HDF 2400
Department of Human Development and Family Science
The Ohio State University
HDFS 2400 (10780): Life Span Human Development, Autumn 2014
Instructor:
Mailbox:
Office:
E-Mail:
Phone:
Office Hours:
TA:
Roy Fish, Ph.D.
135 Campbell Hall, 1787 Neil Ave
127 Campbell Hall, 1787 Neil Ave fish.30@osu.edu (please include “HDFS 2400” in the subject line)
614-371-9893 (cell; emergencies only please)
By appointment
Sujata Ponappa: ponappa.3@osu.edu (please include “HDFS 2400” in the subject line)
Course Description:
This course will provide a chronological overview of human development, from conception to death. We will examine how biological, psychological, sociocultural, and life-cycle forces interact to shape individual development. We will consider the utility of theories that explain specific areas of development (e.g., cognitive, socioemotional, adult development).
This course fulfills the following GE category -- Social Science: Individuals and Groups. Goals: Students understand the systematic study of human behavior and cognition; the structure of human societies, cultures, and institutions; and the processes by which individuals, groups, and societies interact, communicate, and use human, natural, and economic resources. Expected Learning Outcomes:
1. Students understand the theories and methods of social scientific inquiry as they apply to the study of individuals and groups.
2. Students understand the behavior of individuals, differences and similarities in social and cultural contexts of human existence, and the processes by which groups function.
3. Students comprehend and assess individual and group values and their importance in social problem solving and policymaking.
Disclaimer:
HDFS2400 online is very much a “do-it-yourself” learning experience. You will construct knowledge about lifespan development by reading the textbook, completing learning activities, and participating in online discussions. If you are expecting (or
The Ohio State University
HDFS 2400 (10780): Life Span Human Development, Autumn 2014
Instructor:
Mailbox:
Office:
E-Mail:
Phone:
Office Hours:
TA:
Roy Fish, Ph.D.
135 Campbell Hall, 1787 Neil Ave
127 Campbell Hall, 1787 Neil Ave fish.30@osu.edu (please include “HDFS 2400” in the subject line)
614-371-9893 (cell; emergencies only please)
By appointment
Sujata Ponappa: ponappa.3@osu.edu (please include “HDFS 2400” in the subject line)
Course Description:
This course will provide a chronological overview of human development, from conception to death. We will examine how biological, psychological, sociocultural, and life-cycle forces interact to shape individual development. We will consider the utility of theories that explain specific areas of development (e.g., cognitive, socioemotional, adult development).
This course fulfills the following GE category -- Social Science: Individuals and Groups. Goals: Students understand the systematic study of human behavior and cognition; the structure of human societies, cultures, and institutions; and the processes by which individuals, groups, and societies interact, communicate, and use human, natural, and economic resources. Expected Learning Outcomes:
1. Students understand the theories and methods of social scientific inquiry as they apply to the study of individuals and groups.
2. Students understand the behavior of individuals, differences and similarities in social and cultural contexts of human existence, and the processes by which groups function.
3. Students comprehend and assess individual and group values and their importance in social problem solving and policymaking.
Disclaimer:
HDFS2400 online is very much a “do-it-yourself” learning experience. You will construct knowledge about lifespan development by reading the textbook, completing learning activities, and participating in online discussions. If you are expecting (or