If you do well in this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the major physical, cognitive, and psychosocial changes in each stage of the lifespan.
• Recognize the various factors that influence an individual's behavior at each phase of life span development.
• List and define the major theories of human development.
• List and critique the advantages and disadvantages of various developmental research methods.
• Point out how the principles of developmental psychology are at work in your professional and personal life.
• Explain the bidirectional interactions between the developing child and a dynamic environment.
• List and describe historical and current issues in the field of human development.
• Point out how cultural values can impact parenting practices, attachment, and other developmental behaviors in different ways.