Developmental Psychology

May fulfill either Social Science requirement or Science elective (SOCSCI, SCI)
This elective introduces developmental models from different psychologists about how people develop over their lifespan. There’s a particular focus on Erikson and Piaget and their contributions to understanding development. The format of the class will include discussion, projects, presentations and writing; students also will design and conduct a semester-long research project/experiment that culminates with a final presentation at the end of the semester.