Human Growth & Development
Dive deep into the intricacies of how we grow physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively throughout our lives. From infancy to old age, you'll explore key concepts that will broaden your perspective on what it means to be human.
What's included
30 live meetings
25 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework is assigned about 1 time per week and is graded for completeness.Assessment
Assessment will be formal and informal. They are designed provide practice for students to succeed in future higher level social science programs.Letter Grade
Homework, labs, and tests will be graded to allow students and parents to judge progress and readiness for future learning.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
The CLEP Human Growth and Development exam covers a wide range of topics related to the psychological and physical development of individuals throughout their lifespan. This test assesses your understanding of key concepts such as cognitive development, socialization, personality theories, and major life events that can impact growth. By studying for this exam, you will gain valuable insights into how individuals develop from infancy to old age, including factors like genetics, environment, culture, and personal experiences. Utilizing resources such as textbooks, practice tests, and online study guides can help you prepare for the CLEP Human Growth and Development exam effectively. With dedication and focus on mastering these important concepts in human development, you will be well-equipped to demonstrate your knowledge on test day.
Learning Goals
Understanding of generally accepted concepts and principles
Understanding of theories and recurrent developmental issues
Syllabus
30 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Theories of Development
-Controversial Issues Regarding Development
-Theoretical Perspective
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Theories of Development
-Controversial Issues Regarding Development
-Theoretical Perspective
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Research Strategies and Methodology
-The Experiment
-Correlational Research
-Observational Research
-Case Study
-Cross-Sectional Research Design
-Longitudinal Research Design
-Cross-Sequential Design
-Comparing Research Methods
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Research Strategies and Methodology
-The Experiment
-Correlational Research
-Observational Research
-Case Study
-Cross-Sectional Research Design
-Longitudinal Research Design
-Cross-Sequential Design
-Comparing Research Methods
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This course can be adjusted to accommodate any special learning needs of the student.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Myers, David G., Psychology, 10th ed. New York: Worth Publishers, 2011.
Bolt, Martin. Instructor’s Resource Manual. New York: Worth, 2001.
Benjamin, Ludy T. Activities Handbook for The Teaching of Psychology Vol. 1-4. Washington D.C.: American Psychological Association, 1981.
McConnell, J. V., Gorenflo, D. (1989). Classic readings in psychology. New York: Holt, Reinhart and Winston.
Gray, C., & Halonen, J. The Critical Thinking Companion for Introductory Psychology, 2nd ed. New York: Worth, 2001.
https://www.apa.org/
https://www.psychologicalscience.org/
https://psych.athabascau.ca/html/aupr/demos.shtml
Teacher expertise and credentials
Gina Jude Curriculum is a certified teacher-tutoring and online teaching service. We offer online courses for homeschool students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, English, history, and more. We also provide tutoring services for students who are struggling in a particular subject.
Our mission is to provide quality education to all students, regardless of their learning style or ability. We believe that every student has the potential to succeed when given the proper tools and support. The teacher for this class has a minor in psychology from Louisiana State University.
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Live Group Course
$32
weekly or $470 for 30 classes2x per week, 15 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-6 learners per class