HD 1170

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HD 1170
Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood

Course information provided by the 2017-2018 Catalog.

Broad overview of theories, research, and issues in the study of human development during adolescence and emerging adulthood. Focuses on the major biological, cognitive, and social changes during adolescence; the psychosocial issues of adolescence, including identity, autonomy, intimacy, sexuality, achievement, and problems; and the contexts in which adolescent development occurs, particularly families, peer groups, schools, work, and popular culture. Discusses empirical research, theories, case studies of the lives of real adolescents, and, to a lesser degree, public policies.


Outcomes

  • Students demonstrate understanding of theories and research findings from psychology, sociology, and neuroscience, which apply to adolescence.

Distribution Category (SBA-HE)

When Offered Spring.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Summer Special Session 2. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1239 HD 1170   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit http://www.sce.cornell.edu/ss/courses/courses.php?v=1939