HESAA 503 - Student Development in Socio-Cultural Context

The purpose of this course is to examine the major developmental changes and challenges that occur during adolescence and early adulthood. In this course, students will explore significant issues in the lives of high school and early college students. In other words, this course considers the students who come to college. Theories of adolescence and emerging adulthood will be considered. Psychosocial development (including identity, families, friends, etc.) will be a main focus of the course. Developmental contexts such as media, technology, culture and school will be addressed.

Prerequisites & Notes
Term offering cycle: Fall. Typical yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3