HDEV 402 - Development of Thought: Structure, Process and Cultural Influences Across the Life Span

(3 units)

Prerequisite: HDEV 320 with a “C” or better and HDEV 340 or HDEV 360 with a “C” or better; or consent of the instructor.
Examination of theories and current research on the development of thought and problem solving across the lifespan and cross-culturally using a multidisciplinary approach. Specific topics include cognition, problem solving, intelligence, language and thought, understanding numbers, literacy and educational implications.