300
A structured observation experience that provides students with the opportunity to apply knowledge of typical infant/toddler development to observed behaviors. Prerequisite: HDF 100 or PSY 220; HDF 302.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Prerequisites
HDF 100 or PSY 220; HDF 302
Corequisites
None.
The study of pregnancy, prenatal development, childbirth, and the development of infants and toddlers (to 3 years) within the family and the larger social system. Prerequisites: HDF 100 or PSY 220.
Credits
3(Spec)
Prerequisites
HDF 100 or PSY 220
Corequisites
None.
Principles for growth and development of preschool and early elementary children (ages 3-8) from diverse backgrounds and observations of children in early education settings. Prerequisite: HDF 100 or PSY 220.
Credits
4(Spec)
Prerequisites
HDF 100 or PSY 220
Corequisites
None.
Study of adolescence and issues relating to the family of a teenager. Prerequisite: HDF 100 or EDU 280 or PSY 220.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 100 or EDU 280 or PSY 220
Corequisites
None.
The study of the parent-child relationship, and the impact of that relationship on the development of both children and parents. Prerequisite: one of: HDF 100, EDU 280, or PSY 220.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
one of: HDF 100, EDU 280, or PSY 220
Corequisites
None.
Students will explore various theories of child and adolescent development as they seek to understand and interpret children’s behavior and development from differing perspectives. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: HDF 100 or PSY 220 or EDU 280; signed major or minor in Child Development or Family Studies.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 100 or PSY 220 or EDU 280; Signed major or minor in Child Development or Family Studies
Corequisites
None.
Study of the child, family, and community, including family engagement in learning, family and community characteristics, opportunities, and risk factors. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: HDF 100 or PSY 220; Pre/Co- requisite: HDF 200.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 100 or PSY 220
Corequisites
None.
In this project-based learning course, students design, develop, and plan a program and grant to address issues faced by individuals, children, or families. Prerequisites: HDF 219 with a grade of C+ or better; a signed major in Family Studies or Child Development; HDF 207.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 219 with a grade of C+ or better; a signed major in Family Studies or Child Development; HDF 207.
Corequisites
None.
An international cultural immersion experience working on a service learning project under the supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; minimum of 2.5 GPA; minimum of 24 CMU credit hours; depending on the service project approved, prerequisites may include language credit or ability, completion of specialized courses, or demonstration of appropriate skills for the project. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition, Option 2)
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor; minimum of 2.5 GPA; minimum of 24 CMU credit hours; depending on the service project approved, prerequisites may include language credit or ability, completion of specialized courses, or demonstration of appropriate skills for the project
Corequisites
None.
A cultural immersion experience studying early childhood education as it is inspired by the early childhood centers of Reggio Emilia, Italy. Prerequisite: HDF 200 or 25 semester hours completed
Credits
3(Spec)
Prerequisites
HDF 200 or 25 semester hours completed
Corequisites
None.
An examination of U.S. legislation and policies that undergird the aging services network. Prerequisite:
HDF 247.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 247
Corequisites
None.
The course takes a social construction approach examining how a gendered society influences the way adult men perceive themselves, other men, women and social situations. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
HDF 247; one additional 3 credit HDF course.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 100 or HDF 247; one additional 3 credit HDF course
Corequisites
None.
Integration of content knowledge in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies through the developmental processes in which young children learn with an emphasis on play. Prerequisites: HDF 200 or SPE 126; HDF 303 or EDU 293.
Credits
4(Spec)
Prerequisites
HDF 200 or SPE 126; HDF 303 or EDU 293
Corequisites
None.
Topics of special interest which are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topic will be listed on student’s transcript. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
See Course Search and Registration
Corequisites
None.