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SHS 186 - Youth and Adolescence Development:CD



5.0 Credits
Addresses youth and adolescent growth development in terms of social-emotional, physical, cultural and cognitive perspectives. Includes theoretical content, observation, and practical application. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL& 101  (was ENGL 105) or completion of ENGL 100  with a minimum grade of 2.0.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe adolescent development, including biological, cognitive, and social-emotional, as an ongoing set of processes, from early adolescence to emerging adulthood. [REASON]
  2. Analyze the developmental changes experienced by youth from a cultural and historical perspective. [EXPLORE]
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of the influence of gender, culture, ethnicity, age, family, peers, and the development of identity on the growing adolescent. [EXPLORE]
  4. Explain problems adolescents may face, and show an understanding of the influence of media and technology on current adolescent development. [REASON]



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