Courses for Undergraduates

211 Human Development Across the Life Span (3:3)

GE Core: GSB

Study of how development unfolds in diverse contexts and cultures from conception to death and how individual characteristics, relationships, and social settings influence cognitive, social, and psychological development.

212 Families and Close Relationships (3:3)

GE Core: GSB

Issues related to singlehood, partnership, and family relationships over time. Topics include love, sexual intimacy, dating, cohabitation, marriage, remarriage, parenting, divorce, and family violence.

250 Introduction to Birth through Kindergarten Education and Programs (3:2:3)

Introduction to Birth through Kindergarten programs and careers. Discussion of development from birth to six and developmentally appropriate practice. Overview and observations of program types for children with and without disabilities.

301 Development of School-Age Children (3:3)

GE Core: GSB

Introduction to physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development of children age 5 to 12. Influence of families, culture, race/ethnicity, and teacher/school characteristics on children's development and school experiences emphasized.

302 Infant and Child Development (3:3)

GE Core: GSB

HDFS majors may not receive credit for both HDF 302 and PSY 250.

An in-depth examination of development from conception through middle childhood with a special focus on the roles of family, peers, and school on individual behavior and well-being.

303 Adolescent Development: From Puberty to Young Adulthood (3:3)

GE Core: GSB

An in-depth examination of adolescent development, behavior, and well-being with a special focus on context and ways in which family, peers, school, and the media shape development during this period.

304 Adult Development (3:3)

Study of developmental stages from early to late adulthood across family, work, and society. Emphasizes family functioning and roles in these contexts.

315 Assessment and Planning for Inclusive B–K Programs (4:4)

Pr. HDF 211, 302

Pr. or Coreq. SES 242

Theoretical, practical, ethical issues in observing, assessing, and planning for young children with and without disabilities. Individualized approaches for program planning and monitoring development are integrated. (Same as SES 315)

321 Issues in Parenting (3:3)

GE Core: GSB

Examination of parent-child relationships and interactions from infancy through young adulthood. Explores issues relevant to lesbian/gay parents, divorced parents, and parents from diverse racial/ethnic groups. (Formerly HDF 421)

341 Social Emotional Competence in Inclusive Settings (3:3)

Pr. HDF 211, 302

Pr. or Coreq. SES 242

Social, emotional, and physical environments of inclusive early childhood settings (birth to kindergarten) and their role in promoting optimal development and successful learning. (Same as SES 341)

390 Families and Children in Global Perspective (3:3)

GE Marker: GN

Pr. HDF 211 and 212 or permission of instructor

A study of Asian, African, Latin American, and Eastern European families and children, focusing on family structure, gender roles, and socialization practices within their socioeconomic, historical, and cultural context. (Formerly HDF 410)

401 Special Problems in Human Development and Family Studies (1–6)

Pr. permission of instructor

May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

Individual study. Conference hours to be arranged.

407 Issues Affecting Women and Families (3:3)

Study of cultural influences on definitions and roles of women in families and work, including impact of educational, scientific, religious, and legal institutions. Exploration of issues affecting women and families.

409 Family Diversity (3:2:3)

Pr. HDF 211, 212, and either 302 or 303 or 304, or permission of instructor

Study of the variation within and between families through an exploration of the similarities and differences according to culture, race, class, gender, family structure, and sexual orientation.

420 Birth to Kindergarten Teaching Practicum I (3:1:6)

Pr. HDF 315/SES 315 with C or better or permission of instructor; formal admission to HDFS major required.

Introduction to teaching; requires six (6) hours per week placement in ECE classroom for typical and atypical children. Assignments include developing activities, tracking children's learning, and reflecting on personal professional growth. (Formerly HDF 340)

422 Interrelationships between Families and the Community (3:3)

Pr. HDF 211, 212, 302 or 303

Multifaceted interrelationships between families and the community. Implementation of public policy. Observation and participation in community agencies serving families.

425 Infants and Toddlers: Development, Learning, and Curriculum (3:3)

Pr. HDF 211 and 302; HDF or SES 315; SES 242; 2.50 GPA; formal admission to HDFS major required.

Theories, principles, methods, and issues related to infant and toddler development and inclusive programs. An emphasis on integrating knowledge with skills to design, implement, and evaluate programs will be taken. (Same as SES 425)

428 Families in Middle and Later Years (3:3)

Pr. HDF 475; formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required.

Socio-economic and cultural issues relating to families in middle and later years, emphasizing change and continuity in family relationships over the life course.

435 Preschool: Development, Learning, and Curriculum (3:3)

Pr. HDF 211 and 302; HDF or SES 315; SES 242; 2.50 GPA; formal admission to HDFS major required.

In-depth examination of typical and atypical development of diverse preschool-age children. Integrated teaching strategies and effective inclusive learning environments will be emphasized. (Same as SES 435)

436 Kindergarten: Development, Learning, and Curriculum (3:3)

Pr. SES 242; HDF or SES 315; 2.50 GPA; and formal admission to HDFS major

In-depth examination of current policies and practices in public school kindergartens. Development of children with and without disabilities and appropriate teaching strategies in kindergarten will be emphasized. (Same as SES 436)

440 Birth to Kindergarten Teaching Practicum II (3:1:6)

Pr. C or better in HDF 420; admission to HDFS major; 2.50 GPA

Includes six (6) hour placement in ECE with typical and atypical children. Personal growth as a teacher will be highlighted. Assignments include activity planning for individual children's learning, growth, and development.

445 Current Family Theory and Research (3:3)

Pr. HDF 475; formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required.

Seminar designed to examine current issues in family studies. Emphasis placed on theories and current research literature. Writing and editing are emphasized.

450 Professional Experience in Early Childhood (3:1:9 or 6:2:18)

Pr. a C or better in HDF 420, 440; HDF/SES 315, 341, 425, 435; TED 516; 2.50 GPA; formal admission to HDFS major and permission of instructor required.

May be repeated for up to 6 s.h.

Supervised professional experience for students working with children in early childhood settings.

455 Current Developmental Theory and Research (3:3)

Pr. formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required.

Seminar designed to examine current issues in development. Emphasis placed on current research literature, theories, and applications across the lifespan. Writing and editing are emphasized.

457 Informational Processes in Human Environmental Sciences (3:3)

Pr. formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required; computer literacy required.

Application of communication skills, demonstration techniques, and design principles in presenting information related to human environmental sciences. Use of computers to facilitate presentation of information.

460 Supervised Student Teaching (3:1:16 or 6:2:32 or 12:2:32)

Pr. KIN 342; a C or better in HDF 420, HDF 440, and TED 516; HDF or SES 315, 341, 425, 435, and 436; 2.70 GPA; formal admission to HDFS major and permission of instructor; must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program.

Supervised student teaching in an infant/toddler, preschool, or kindergarten setting under direction of a cooperating teacher with university supervision.

462 Family Gerontology (3:2:3)

Pr. HDF 475; formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required.

Study of the older family members and their relationships with other family members in regard to their physical, social, and environmental situations, life adjustment, and sources of assistance. Observation and participation included.

465 Work and Family Linkages (3:3)

Pr. HDF 475, or concurrently; formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required.

Theory and research on role of work in family relationships and adult development including examination of links between parents' work and family relationships; implications of workplace policy for family members' development.

468 Diversity in Inclusive Early Care and Education (3:3)

Pr. HDF 450 or 460; 2.50 GPA; formal admission to HDFS major or permission of instructor

In-depth analysis of the issues, challenges, and recommended practices related to effectively serving diverse populations of young children and their families in inclusive early care and education settings. (Same as SES 468)

470 Leadership in Early Education (3:2:3)

Pr. HDF 450 or 460 and 2.50 GPA, or permission of instructor

Identifying characteristics of leaders and effective leadership styles and how these can be applied in early care and education. Prepares students to advocate best practice in a community-based environment.

475 Research Methods in Human Development and Family Studies (3:3)

Pr. STA 108 (may be taken concurrently); formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required.

An introductory examination of human development and family research methods designed to provide an understanding of scientific inquiry, methodology, measurement, test construction, scaling, and statistical terms and techniques.

477 Professional Development in HDFS (3:3)

Pr. formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required.

Development of professional skills and exploration of careers related to individuals and families.

482 Administration of Dependent Care Programs (3:3)

Pr. formal admission to Human Development major or permission of instructor required.

Major areas of planning and administering dependent care programs, including programming, scheduling, reporting, financing, housing, equipping, staffing, and working with families.

491 Family-Centered Interdisciplinary Practice: System of Care (3:3)

Pr. permission of instructor

System of care core values/principles infuse service planning/ delivery. Students develop competencies in family-centerdness, client partnerships; community services; cultural competency; interagency collaboration. Placement with families included. (Spring) (Same as HEA 491, RPM 491, SWK 491)

493 Honors Work (3–6)

Pr. permission of instructor; 3.30 GPA in the major, 12 s.h. in the major

May be repeated for credit if the topic of study changes.

 

499 Supervised Professional Experience (1–6:0:3–12)

Pr. HDF 477; 2.50 GPA; formal admission to Human Development major and permission of instructor required.

May be repeated for up to 6 s.h.

Supervised professional experience in selected commercial or industrial organizations, public or private agencies.

Courses for Advanced Undergraduates & Graduate Students

502 Gender in Families (3:3)

Pr. HDF 211, 212, 410 or permission of instructor

Influence of social, philosophical, political, and technological change on gender relationships in families in the past, present and future.

527 Problems in Human Development and Family Studies (2–6)

Pr. HDF 211, 212

In-depth study of new areas in child and family studies such as: children and technology; multi-cultural families; developmental consequences of child maltreatment.

Please refer to The Graduate School Bulletin for additional graduate-level courses.