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Human Growth & Development With CLEP Exam Prep
Gina Jude Curriculum--CLEP and AP Specialists
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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.
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,...
30 lessons//15 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Theories of Development-Controversial Issues Regarding Development -Theoretical PerspectiveLesson 2Theories of Development-Controversial Issues Regarding Development -Theoretical PerspectiveWeek 2Lesson 3Research Strategies and Methodology-The Experiment -Correlational Research -Observational Research -Case Study -Cross-Sectional Research Design -Longitudinal Research Design -Cross-Sequential Design -Comparing Research MethodsLesson 4Research Strategies and Methodology-The Experiment -Correlational Research -Observational Research -Case Study -Cross-Sectional Research Design -Longitudinal Research Design -Cross-Sequential Design -Comparing Research MethodsWeek 3Lesson 5Biological Development Throughout the Life Span-Heredity, Genetics, and Genetic Testing -Genetic Disorders -Development of the Brain and Nervous System -Prenatal Influences on Development -Hormonal Influences on Development -Nutritional Influences -Teratogens -Influences on Drugs -Perinatal Influences -Motor Development in Infants -Physical Growth, Maturation, and AgingLesson 6Biological Development Throughout the Life Span-Heredity, Genetics, and Genetic Testing -Genetic Disorders -Development of the Brain and Nervous System -Prenatal Influences on Development -Hormonal Influences on Development -Nutritional Influences -Teratogens -Influences on Drugs -Perinatal Influences -Motor Development in Infants -Physical Growth, Maturation, and AgingWeek 4Lesson 7Biological Development Throughout the Life Span-Heredity, Genetics, and Genetic Testing -Genetic Disorders -Development of the Brain and Nervous System -Prenatal Influences on Development -Hormonal Influences on Development -Nutritional Influences -Teratogens -Influences on Drugs -Perinatal Influences -Motor Development in Infants -Physical Growth, Maturation, and AgingLesson 8Biological Development Throughout the Life Span-Heredity, Genetics, and Genetic Testing -Genetic Disorders -Development of the Brain and Nervous System -Prenatal Influences on Development -Hormonal Influences on Development -Nutritional Influences -Teratogens -Influences on Drugs -Perinatal Influences -Motor Development in Infants -Physical Growth, Maturation, and AgingWeek 5Lesson 9Biological Development Throughout the Life Span-Heredity, Genetics, and Genetic Testing -Genetic Disorders -Development of the Brain and Nervous System -Prenatal Influences on Development -Hormonal Influences on Development -Nutritional Influences -Teratogens -Influences on Drugs -Perinatal Influences -Motor Development in Infants -Physical Growth, Maturation, and AgingLesson 10Perceptual Development Throughout the Life Span-Sensitive Periods -Habituation -Sensorimotor Activities -Sensory AcuityWeek 6Lesson 11Perceptual Development Throughout the Life Span-Sensitive Periods -Habituation -Sensorimotor Activities -Sensory AcuityLesson 12Learning Through Behavioral Change-Classical Conditioning -Operant and Instrumental Conditioning -Observational LearningWeek 7Lesson 13Learning Through Behavioral Change-Classical Conditioning -Operant and Instrumental Conditioning -Observational LearningLesson 14Cognitive Development Throughout the Life Span-Concepts -Theories of Cognitive Development -Executive Function Throughout the Life Span -Problem Solving and Planning -Environmental Influences on Cognitive Development -Expertise -WisdomWeek 8Lesson 15Cognitive Development Throughout the Life Span-Concepts -Theories of Cognitive Development -Executive Function Throughout the Life Span -Problem Solving and Planning -Environmental Influences on Cognitive Development -Expertise -WisdomLesson 16Intelligence Throughout the Life Span-Concepts of Intelligence and Creativity -Giftedness -Intelligence Tests -Heredity and Environment Related to Intelligence -Development Stability and Change in IntelligenceWeek 9Lesson 17Intelligence Throughout the Life Span-Concepts of Intelligence and Creativity -Giftedness -Intelligence Tests -Heredity and Environment Related to Intelligence -Development Stability and Change in IntelligenceLesson 18Language Development-Language and Thought: Theories of Language Development -Major Properties of Spoken Language -Vocalization and Sound -Development of Syntax -Semantic Development -Pragmatics -Bilingualism -Environmental, Cultural, and Genetic InfluencesWeek 10Lesson 19Language Development-Language and Thought: Theories of Language Development -Major Properties of Spoken Language -Vocalization and Sound -Development of Syntax -Semantic Development -Pragmatics -Bilingualism -Environmental, Cultural, and Genetic InfluencesLesson 20Social Development Throughout the Life Span-Attachment -Sense of Self -Social Cognition -Social Learning and Modeling -Gender -Interpersonal Relationships -Interpersonal Attraction -Moral Development -Prosocial Behavior -Aggression -Risk and Resilience -WellnessWeek 11Lesson 21Social Development Throughout the Life Span-Attachment -Sense of Self -Social Cognition -Social Learning and Modeling -Gender -Interpersonal Relationships -Interpersonal Attraction -Moral Development -Prosocial Behavior -Aggression -Risk and Resilience -WellnessLesson 22Family, Home, and Society Throughout the Life Span-Bronfenbrenner's Biological Perspective -Family Structures -Parenting Styles -Family Relations -Adolescent-Parent Relationships -Adult-Parent Relationships -Grandparenthood -Influences of Divorce and Single-Parenthood -Multicultural Perspectives -Social and Class Influences -Abuse and Neglect -Media and Technology -Death and DyingWeek 12Lesson 23Family, Home, and Society Throughout the Life Span-Bronfenbrenner's Biological Perspective -Family Structures -Parenting Styles -Family Relations -Adolescent-Parent Relationships -Adult-Parent Relationships -Grandparenthood -Influences of Divorce and Single-Parenthood -Multicultural Perspectives -Social and Class Influences -Abuse and Neglect -Media and Technology -Death and DyingLesson 24Family, Home, and Society Throughout the Life Span-Bronfenbrenner's Biological Perspective -Family Structures -Parenting Styles -Family Relations -Adolescent-Parent Relationships -Adult-Parent Relationships -Grandparenthood -Influences of Divorce and Single-Parenthood -Multicultural Perspectives -Social and Class Influences -Abuse and Neglect -Media and Technology -Death and DyingWeek 13Lesson 25Personality and Emotions-Temperament -Development off Emotions -Emotional Expression and Regulation -Emotional Intelligence -Freud's Psychodynamic Theory of Personality Development -Erikson's Psychosocial Theory of Personality Development -Stability and ChangeLesson 26Personality and Emotions-Temperament -Development off Emotions -Emotional Expression and Regulation -Emotional Intelligence -Freud's Psychodynamic Theory of Personality Development -Erikson's Psychosocial Theory of Personality Development -Stability and ChangeWeek 14Lesson 27Schooling, Work, and Interventions-Day Care -Preschool -Applications of Cognitive Development Principles in School -Application of Operant Conditioning in Schools -Learning Styles -Intervention Programs and Services -Occupational Development -Facilitation of Role Transitions -Retirement -Elder CareLesson 28Schooling, Work, and Interventions-Day Care -Preschool -Applications of Cognitive Development Principles in School -Application of Operant Conditioning in Schools -Learning Styles -Intervention Programs and Services -Occupational Development -Facilitation of Role Transitions -Retirement -Elder CareWeek 15Lesson 29Developmental Psychology-Chronic Illnesses and Physical Disabilities -Intellectual Disability -Cognitive Disorders Including Dementia -Trauma-Based Syndromes -Autism Spectrum Disorders -Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder -Learning Disabilities -Asocial Behavior, Phobias, and Obsessions -Antisocial Behavior -Anxiety and Mood DisordersLesson 30Developmental Psychology-Chronic Illnesses and Physical Disabilities -Intellectual Disability -Cognitive Disorders Including Dementia -Trauma-Based Syndromes -Autism Spectrum Disorders -Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder -Learning Disabilities -Asocial Behavior, Phobias, and Obsessions -Antisocial Behavior -Anxiety and Mood Disorders
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.
Homework Offered
Homework is assigned about 1 time per week and is graded for completeness.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Assessment will be formal and informal. They are designed provide practice for students to succeed in future higher level social science programs.Grades Offered
Homework, labs, and tests will be graded to allow students and parents to judge progress and readiness for future learning.
This course can be adjusted to accommodate any special learning needs of the student.
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NOTE: As of March 13, 2024 Fall Classes can be scheduled at the times you want them so if you see a class at a time that doesn't work for you, please contact us and we can reschedule that class. Once classes start filling up in the summer times...
Group Class
$34
weekly or $500 for 30 classes2x per week, 15 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-6 learners per class
