Offered fall semesters of even-numbered years. An in-depth review of classic and contemporary theory and research in human development. Particular emphasis will be placed on core conceptual issues, research methology and ethical issues in developmental research. Topics covered will include perceptual, cognitive, social, emotional, moral and personality development. An account of the history of social psychology and an examination of some areas in social psychology around which contemporary research is focused.
Experimental work is required.
Offered spring semester. 311 Personality Theory. An examination of the principal views of the origin, dynamics, and structure of personality, e.g., psychoanalytic, trait, existential, behavioristic. Offered in the spring semester of even-numbered years. The seven areas of specialization within the field and their relation to other areas within psychology are discussed.