Syllabus Spring 2012 DEP 2004 - Lake-Sumter Community College

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DEP 2004
Dr. C. Kelly
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Lake-Sumter Community College
Course Syllabus
DEP 2004 / Fully Online classes
CRN 20572 CRN 20573 CRN 20574
Psychology of Human Development
An introduction to the study of the changes taking place in human behavior
over the life span—from conception to death. Areas to be emphasized are
personality and cognitive, physical, social, and moral development.
Spring 2012
Dr. Cheryl Kelly
Primary email is the class blackboard site
Secondary email : KellyC@lscc.edu
All students are required to use LakerMail for official college email
communications. See the college webpage for instructions on activating
LakerMail.
Will meet for scheduled appointments only.
Three (3)
PSY 2012 - Introduction to Psychology
None

Student
Learning
Outcomes &
Competencies:
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The student will be able to demonstrate the following competencies:
demonstrate ability to research related topics via internet access.
describe and evaluate all research techniques applicable to the study of
development and define all pertinent terms.
know and be able to compare, contrast and integrate various theories
applicable to the development of human beings which have been
suggested by psychoanalysts, behaviorists, cognitive psychologists and
humanistic psychologists.
have basic knowledge of the mechanisms of genetics, inherited traits
and disorders.
understand and be able to discuss and apply the socialization process,
including the influence of television.
understand the established sex differences and how sex roles behavior
develop.
describe the three stages of prenatal development, all the support
structures, methods of testing prenatal development and causes of
prenatal defects.
describe the three stages of childbirth including the various births
positions of the child, the method of prepared childbirth and the issues
surrounding birthing centers, hospitals and home births.
describe a healthy neonate and understand the use of the Apgar scale
and the purpose of measuring infant reflexes.
discuss the criteria for determining prematurity.
describe physical development from infancy through late adulthood
including growing trends.
describe the perceptual abilities from birth through late adulthood.
understand the stages of language development and the factors that
facilitate such development.
describe the types and stages of play throughout childhood and the
development of friendship during childhood and adolescence.
describe the types of early childhood education and discuss the
problems within our educational system as a whole.
describe the process of attachment and the emotional development of
children including their fears and anxieties and the defense mechanisms
which may be used.
discuss pro-social and aggressive behavior and the possible hereditary
and environmental influences on each.
describe stages of memory and development of the use of memory in
.
describe various aspects of parenting including styles and discine,
parental roles, stages of parenting, single parents, step-parents as well as
the choice to remain childless and the impact of working mothers.
describe current theories concerning child abuse and discuss possible
methods of prevention.

Reading
Material:
Technology &
Online
Computer
Access
Requirements:
Course
Objectives:
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describe various aspects of parenting including styles and discipline,
parental roles, stages of parenting, single parents, step-parents as well as
the choice to remain childless and the impact of working mothers.
describe current theories concerning child abuse and discuss possible
methods of prevention.
describe the process of puberty, adolescent identity formation and
egocentrism.
discuss problems of adolescence such as substance abuse, sexuality,
runaways, crime and suicide.
describe the components of intimacy, love marriage as well as
alternatives to marriage such as cohabitation and single-by-choice, and
the end of marriage by death or divorce.
describe career choice and stages and the problems of today’s workers,
including working women.
describe fluid and crystallized intelligence and how they change over
the lifespan.
describe symptoms of senility and Alzheimer’s disease.
describe the process of retirement and its impact on the adult.
describe Kübler-Ross’ stages of reactions to death and bereavement, and
compare to those of Schneidman and Pattison.
discuss the issue of euthanasia vs. hospice and describe the concept of a
right to die.
Textbook – Experiencing the Lifespan - 2 nd Edition, J. Belsky; Worth
Publishers.
Students must have reliable Internet access and computer skills to complete
assignments. Students may use their own home computers or use one at the
library.
To acquaint the student with all aspects of development over the life
span.
To investigate the course and influence of physical, emotional, cognitive
and moral development.
To study and evaluate socialization processes and the structure of and
cultural influences on the family.

Academic
Integrity:
Important
Information
for
Students With
Disabilities:
Privacy Policy
(FERPA):
Attendance /
Withdrawal
Policies:
Withdrawal
Deadline
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The successful functioning of the academic community demands honesty,
which is the basis of respect for both ideas and persons. In the academic
community, there is an ongoing assumption of academic integrity at all levels.
There is the expectation that work will be independently thoughtful and
responsible as to its sources of information and inspiration. Honesty is an
appropriate consideration in other ways as well, including but not limited to the
responsible use of library resources, responsible conduct in examinations, and
the responsible use of the Internet. (See college catalog for complete
statement.)
Any student with a documented disability who requires assistance or academic
accommodations should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities
immediately to discuss eligibility. The Office for Students with Disabilities
(OSD) is located on the Leesburg Campus, but arrangements can be made to
meet with a student on any campus. An appointment can be made by calling
352-365-3574 and specific information about the OSD and potential services
can be found at www.lscc.edu, then go to ―Quick Links‖ and click on Disability
Services.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g;
34 CFR Part99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of a student’s
education records. In order for your information to be released, a form must be
signed and in your records located in the Admissions/Registrar’s Office.
This is an online class. Full participation throughout course is mandatory.
March 23, 2012

Methods of
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Disclaimer:
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The textbook must be read. You are responsible for all material in the text,
whether covered in the class or not, and all text material may appear on exams.
Course agenda schedule may be revised through the term.
Quizzes/Tests/Chapter assignments: Following each chapter you will take a
short quiz that requires direct application of material in the assigned chapter.
Each quiz is worth 20 points. The goal is to encourage development of critical
thinking skills and identify potential problems prior to taking larger tests. You
will usually have a five day window to complete them.
Ässignments: There is a reading assignment (worth 15 points) and a chapter
assignment (worth 25 points) for each chapter. They may be fill in the blanks,
matching or discussions.
Exams: There are 2 exams this term. The midterm exam covers
chapters 1 – 8; the final exam covers chapters 9 – 15. Both will
be taken online and are worth 50 points each.
Maximum points that can be earned during the semester are 1000.
There are no “dropped” grades. You get to keep everything that you
earn! The instructor reserves the right to modify the point assignment
as needed.
Assignments DEP 2004 Spring 2012 ONLINE.docx
Online participation is critical for fully online classes. You are responsible for
accessing BlackBoard (Bb) on a daily basis. Refer to the complete withdrawal
policy in the College catalog. Please familiarize yourself with it. Students are
responsible for all work assigned. This includes all chapter material as
outlined in the course calendar, course agenda and on the syllabus. No late
assignments will be accepted. NO EXCEPTIONS. Lack of participation will
result in diminished success.
Information contained in this syllabus is, to the best knowledge of this
instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed to the student.
The instructor reserves the right, acting within policies and procedures of Lake-
Sumter Community College, to make necessary changes in course content or
instructional techniques without prior notice or obligation to the student.

Violence
Statement:
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Lake-Sumter Community College has a policy of zero tolerance for violence
as stated in College Board Rule 2.17. Appropriate disciplinary action will be
taken in accordance with Board Rule 2.17.

DEP 2004 Developmental Psychology – Dr. Cheryl Kelly
Summer Tuesday Class DEP 2004 – CRN 30231 Bldg 2 Rm 204
Class Assignment Calendar
Date Type Chapter Quiz Discussion Assignments Due
5/10/11 Live Ch. 1 – People & the Field 1 Introductions 5/15/11
5/17/11 Live Ch. 2 – Prenatal, Preg & Birth 2 5/22/11
5/24/11 Online Ch. 3 – Infancy, Physical & 3 & 4 Practice 5/29/11
Cog Development & Chapter 4
– Infancy
drop box
5/31/11 Online Ch. 5 – Childhood - Physical 5 Childhood 6/5/11
& Cognitive Development
development
6/7/11 Live Ch. 6 – Childhood Socio- 6 Emotional
6/12/11
emotional Development
Regulation
6/14/11 Online Ch. 7 Home & School & Ch. 8
Physical Development
7 & 8 6/19/11
6/21/11 Online MIDTERM EXAM
1 - 8 6/26/11
6/28/11
Live
Ch. 9 – Cognitive &
Socioemotional Development
& Ch 10 – Constructing an
Adult
Chapt DEP Quiz 2004 (15) 30 pts each 450
Exams Dr. C. Kelly (2) 100 pts each 200
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Total 1000
9 &
10
7/3/11
7/5/11 Online Ch. 11 – Relationships & Roles 11 Changes that 7/10/11
occur in
7/12/11 Online Ch. 12 – Midlife 12 Midlife
adolescence
7/17/11
7/19/11 Live Ch. 13 – Later Life Cog & 13 7/2411
Socioemotional Development
7/26/11 Online Ch. 14 – Physical Changes of
Old Age
14 3 things you
learned
7/31/11
8/2/11 Online Ch. 15 – Death & Dying 15 8/7/11
8/2/11 Online FINAL EXAM *** Note
Dates***
8/9/11
Attendance (15) 10 pts each 150
Assignments (4) 40 pts each 160
Discussion Assgn (2) 20 pts each 40
A = 900 – 1000
B = 800 - 899
C = 700 – 799
D = 600 – 699
F = 599 and below

DEP 2004 Developmental Psychology – Dr. Cheryl Kelly
Summer 2011 Wednesday Class DEP 2004 – CRN 30232 Bldg 2 Rm 204
Assignment Calendar
Date Type Chapter Quiz Discussion Assignments Due
5/11/11 Live Ch. 1 – People & the Field 1 Introductions 5/16/11
5/18/11 Live Ch. 2 – Prenatal, Preg & Birth
Ch. 3 – Infancy, Physical &
Cog Development
Chapt DEP Quiz 2004 (15) 30 pts each 450
Exams Dr. C. Kelly (2) 100 pts each 200
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Total 1000
2 & 3 5/23/11
5/25/11 Online Chapter 4 – Infancy 4 Practice
drop box
6/1/11 Online Ch. 5 – Childhood - Physical
& Cognitive Development
6/8/11 Live Ch. 6 – Childhood Socioemotional
Development
6/15/11 Online Ch. 7 Home & School & Ch. 8
Physical Development
6/22/11 Online MIDTERM EXAM
6/29/11
Live
Ch. 9 – Cognitive &
Socioemotional Development
& Ch 10 – Constructing an
Adult
5/30/11
5 Childhood
development
6/6/11
6 Emotional
Regulation
6/13/11
7 & 8 6/20/11
1 - 8 6/27/11
9 &
10
7/4/11
7/6/11 Online Ch. 11 – Relationships & Roles 11 Changes that 7/11/11
occur in
7/13/11 Online Ch. 12 – Midlife 12 Midlife
adolescence
7/18/11
7/20/11 Live Ch. 13 – Later Life Cog & 13 7/2411
Socioemotional Development
7/27/11 Online Ch. 14 – Physical Changes of
Old Age
14 3 things you
learned
8/1/11
8/3/11 Online Ch. 15 – Death & Dying 15 8/8/11
8/3/11 Online FINAL EXAM *** Note
Dates***
8/9/11
Attendance (15) 10 pts each 150
Assignments (4) 40 pts each 160
Discussion Assgn (2) 20 pts each 40
A = 900 – 1000
B = 800 - 899
C = 700 – 799
D = 600 – 699
F = 599 and below