Fall 2021 Course Syllabus Course: PSYC-2314- Section: 1E Lifespan Growth and Development

Instructor Information
Instructor	Regina Tate
E-mail	taterm@lamarpa.edu
Phone	4099846337
Office	Location: Hours: M-W 8:30-9:30am & 1:30-2:30pm
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	Life-Span Growth and Development is a study of social, emotional, cognitive and physical factors and influences of a developing human from conception to death.
Prerequisites	TSI complete in reading
Learning Outcomes	1.Describe the stages of the developing person at different periods of the life span from birth to death. 2.Discuss the social, political, economic, and cultural forces that affect the development process of the individual. 3.Identify factors of responsible personal behavior with regard to issues such as sexual activity, substance abuse, marriage, and parenting. 4.Explain the biosocial, cognitive, and psychological influences throughout the lifespan as an ongoing set of processes, involving both continuity and change. 5.Describe the different developmental perspectives of the major theories of development (i.e. cognitive, learning, humanistic and psychodynamic). 6.Identify examples of some of the cultural and ethnic differences that influence development throughout the lifespan. 7.Discuss the various causes or reasons for disturbances in the developmental process.
Core Objectives	* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral, and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts, and constructing solutions. * Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. * Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national, and/or global communities.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSYC 2314 PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Associate of Arts PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. HDEV6 Human Lifespan Development by: Spencer A. Rathus ISBN: 978-0-357-04117-8
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1:     Introduction to the study of Human Development Week 2:    Theories of Development & Methods of Research Week 3:     Prenatal Development & Childbirth – Module 1 Quiz Week 4:     Physical & Cognitive Development in Infancy Week 5:     Social & Emotional Development in Infancy – Module 2 Quiz Week 6:     Physical & Cognitive Development in Early Childhood – Posters Week 7:     Social & Emotional Development in Early Childhood – Module 3 Quiz Week 8:     Physical & Cognitive Development in Middle Childhood Week 9:     Social & Emotional Development in Middle Childhood – Module 4 Quiz Week 10: Physical & Cognitive Development in Adolescence Week 11: Social & Emotional Development in Adolescence – Module 5 Quiz Week 12: Development in Early Adulthood – Group Presentations Week 13: Development in Middle Adulthood Week 14: Development in Late Adulthood – Module 6 Quiz Week 15: Life’s Final Chapter & Grief Week 16: Final Project Due
Major Assignments Schedule	PSYC_2314_1E_202190_P00150846.pdf
Final Exam Date	December 8, 2021 - 9:40 AM   Through  December 8, 2021 - 11:10 AM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Quizzes: 6 @ 50 = 300 Active Learning Posters/Presentations: 100 In-class Assignments, Activities, Discussions & Homework: 400 Points Final Project/Core Assignment: 200 Total Possible Points - 1000
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	o    Late Work Policy: Late work will NOT be accepted with the only exception being documented emergencies. If such an emergency occurs, contact the instructor immediately and be prepared to provide proof of the emergency. Otherwise, complete all assignments within the unit time frame or on the required due date. o    Missed Assignments/Homework Policy: Assignments completed in class cannot be made up due to absence. Many of the assignments in this course require your presence. o    Missed Quiz/Presentation/Project Policy: Missed Quiz/Presentation/Projects will be assigned 0 points. The only exception to this policy will involve a medical or other emergency (your own or a dependent relative). In such cases, you must contact the instructor immediately (email) and provide them with documentation of the emergency. A student’s lowest Quiz/Presentation/Project grade will replace the first missed grade with proper documentation. A second missed grade will result in a zero. Undocumented missed Quiz/Presentation/Project will be assigned 0 points. o    Plagiarism is not tolerated. Minimum failure of the assignment for a first offense. Future offenses result in a grade of F for the course. The instructor reserves the right to regrade all assignments for plagiarism at any time during the course. o    Policy regarding assignment submissions: All written assignments, presentations, and projects will be submitted electronically through Blackboard. Students will be allowed 2 submission attempts per assignment. All assignment submissions must be in a compatible file format. Failure to do so means I cannot read your assignments, thus will not grade them. The instructor requires that all written assignments be typed. o    Extra Credit: I will NOT offer individual extra credit. However, throughout the semester I may offer various opportunities to the entire class that is optional but highly recommended. o    Grades are not discussed over the phone or during class time. If you want to discuss your grades, you can request this information using email. o    Always email the instructor using your LSCPA email and send it to the instructor's LSCPA email address. o    The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus during the semester if needed. The instructor also reserves the right to extend assignments, projects, or presentations at her discretion.
Attendance Policy	I will take attendance for each class. I do this for two reasons: (1) I use it to get to know who you are, and (2) to encourage you to come to class. I encourage class attendance because you may miss an important exercise, activity, or topic discussion that may be crucial for understanding a concept or topic. You are preparing for your future career and practicing good attendance habits now will ensure your success after college. In short, come to class every day you possibly can! Tardiness: Excessive tardiness will, likewise, have a negative effect on a grade. Be punctual and prepared! Dropping the course: It is up to you to drop the course if you decide not to attend class any longer. I will not drop you from the course. A word of caution; dropping or failing a course can have serious financial aid impacts for you, so I encourage you to speak to a financial aid counselor before doing either of these things. Sleeping in class: Please be aware that attendance requires not just your presence but your attention. If you sleep in class, you will be asked to leave and counted absent for the day. NOTE: In accordance with the attendance policy, five (5) absences can result in administrative removal from the course.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other	There are activities in this course that require using the Blackboard website for the course. You will be completing quizzes ONLINE and recording your responses in the answer spaces on an online test space.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Inmate Instruction Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.