Modified: 2024-04-28 7:00 PM CDST
This Module introduces the concept of lifespan development and provides information on the developmental theories of : Freud, Erikson, Piaget, and Vygotsky. This module opens on May 28 and closes on June 2 at 11:59 PM
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Reading 1: Chapter 1 Introduction to Lifespan Development (MO a & c) |
1. Discussion: Course Introductions: Please e-mail me and briefly (30 words or so) say why you are in this course. FYI, your answers will be public. |
Reading 2: Chapter 2 Developmental Theories (MO b) |
2. Critical Thinking Question: Culture and Development (MO b) |
| Reading 3: 9.1 What is Lifespan Development (MO a) Reading 3 Study Guide |
3. Critical Thinking Question: Vygotsky's Theory & Environment (MO b) |
| Reading 4: 9.2 Lifespan Theories (MO b) Reading 4 Study Guide |
4. Short Paper: Centenarian (MO a & c) |
Reading 5: 9.3 Stages of Development (MO c) |
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Lecture 1: Introduction to Life Span, Growth, and Development (MO a & C) |
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| Video 1: Freud's Psychosexual Theory of Development (MO b) Video 1 Study Guide |
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| Video 2: Erik Erikson's Theory of Development (MO b) Video 2 Study Guide |
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| Video 3: Piaget's Stages of Cognitive Development (MO b) Video 3 Study Guide |
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| Video 4: Vygotsky's Socioculutural Theory of Development (MO b) Video 4 Study Guide |