Our program emphasizes theory and basic research. However, in keeping with the field at-large, there has been increasing interest in the application of developmental principles, as witnessed by the fact that many of the faculty have applied interests. These include transitions within the educational setting, computer learning in the classroom, affective education, coping strategies, reading, family dynamics, social skills training, as well as a focus on special groups of children at risk. Students will find a wide variety of training opportunities. Beginning in the first year, students are involved in research in close collaboration with faculty and in work of their own conceptualization.
Research facilities are both extensive and unique.
Opportunities for students within the Developmental Program are supplemented by the program in Child Clinical Psychology and the programs in Cognitive , Quantitative , Social Psychology , and our new Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Program , all within the Department of Psychology . The various programs within the department are closely linked, and there is considerable collaboration across areas. In addition, research opportunities are available with faculty at the University of Colorado Medical Center . The basic training model involves close collaboration with faculty, in addition to a sequence of basic courses followed by seminars, toward the goal of training scholars who seek a career in research and teaching. Seminars are designed to provide knowledge that will insure both breadth and depth.