Summer Sessions 2022 Course Syllabus Course: PSYC-2314- Section: 2C Lifespan Growth and Development

Instructor Information
Instructor	Sonya Briscoe
E-mail	briscoesy@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6330
Office	Location: Educational I - Room: 133 Hours: Adjunct - Student Conferences are available by appointment only. Please email to set up a time - briscoesy@lamarpa.edu
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	Competency in reading.
Learning Outcomes	Course Student Learning Outcomes for PSYC 2314. Upon completion of PSYC 2314, the student will be able to: 1. Consider human growth and development from three perspectives (biosocial, cognitive, psychosocial). 1. Define and identify key concepts in multiple areas of lifespan psychology including concepts, facts and theoretical perspectives. 2. Define and identify the basic research and evaluation methods used in lifespan psychology, including the strengths and weaknesses of each method. 3. Demonstrate knowledge of and explain concepts related to lifespan development. 4. Apply lifespan psychological concepts to the solutions of current issues and problems, such as, ethics, parenting, discipline, divorce, midlife crisis, dual-income families, aging and /or evaluation of presentation
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. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. * Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. * Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
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. Berger, K. S. (2020). The developing person through the life span (11th ed.). New York, NY: Worth Publishers. ISBN-13: 978-1319191757 / ISBN-10: 1319191754
Lecture Topics Outline	�    You are responsible for all materials (including textbooks, computer, and the technology) required for coursework. �    Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. �    No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. �    Silence your cell phones for the duration of class. �    Electronic devices - (cell phones, laptops, the internet) may be used only as part of classroom activities. �    Unrelated use of electronic devices (talking/texting/scrolling/social media) during class is a distraction for you, your classmates and your instructor. Having to address such wastes valuable time. Problematic behavior may result in you being asked to exit the classroom. �    Respectful behavior: Be respectful of instructors, fellow students and the academic environment. Instructors have NO obligation to tolerate disruptive behaviors of any kind. This includes excessive/disruptive talking. Problematic behavior may result in you being asked to exit the classroom and/or dismissal from the course. �    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. �    Please be mindful of students with disabilities: Some may be visible and others may not. Most of us are extremely considerate of disabilities we recognize, but less aware and thus less sensitive to those we cannot see. Invisible disabilities may include such conditions as (ADHD, asthmas, allergies, chronic pain, hearing impairments, migraines, seizures, vision impairments, and many more). Something as simple as body sprays and fragrances may affect/trigger asthma or migraines. Lighting or excessive noise can become problems for those with hearing disorders or epilepsy. Let us all keep these things in mind, and BE CONSIDERATE OF THE NEEDS OF THOSE AROUND US.
Major Assignments Schedule	COURSE SCHEDULE (Pick up times will be confirmed by Correctional Education administrators) Week 1 (Jun 6-12) PART I: THE BEGINNING Reading: Course Introduction and Syllabus Review Ch 1-The Science of Human Development Ch 2-Theories Ch 3-The New Genetics Ch 4-Prenatal Development and Birth Week 2 (Jun 14-19) PART II: THE FIRST TWO YEARS Reading: Ch 5-The First Two Years: Biosocial Development Ch 6-The first Two Years: Cognitive Development Ch 7-The First Two Years: Psychosocial Development EXAM 1(Ch1-7) Week 3 (Jun 20-26) PART III: EARLY CHILDHOOD Reading: Ch 8-Early Childhood: Biosocial Development Ch 9-Early Childhood: Cognitive Development Ch 10-Early Childhood: Psychosocial Development Ch11-Middle Childhood: Biosocial Development Week 4 (Jun 27-Jul 3) PART IV: MIDDLE CHILDHOOD Ch12-Middle Childhood: Cognitive Development Ch13-Middle Childhood: The Social World EXAM 2(Ch8-13) Week 5 (Jul 4-10) PART V: ADOLESCENCE Reading: Ch14-Adolescence: Biosocial Development Ch15-Adolescence: Cognitive Development Ch16- Adolescence: The Social World Week 6 (Jul 11-17) PART VI: EMERGING ADULTHOOD Reading: Ch17- Emerging Adulthood: Biosocial Development Ch18- Emerging Adulthood: Cognitive Development Ch19- Emerging Adulthood: Psychosocial Development EXAM 3(Ch14-19) Week 7 (Jul 18-24) PART VII: ADULTHOOD Reading: Ch20- Adulthood: Biosocial Development Ch21- Adulthood: Cognitive Development Ch22-Adulthood: Psychosocial Development PARTVIII: LATE ADULTHOOD Reading: Ch23-Late Adulthood: Biosocial Development Ch24-Late Adulthood: Cognitive Development Ch25-Late Adulthood: Psychosocial Development EXAM 4 (Ch 20-25) Final Project – Due MAKE SURE ALL WORK and SIGNED FORMS ARE IN YOUR PACKET! COURSE ENDS NOTE: The syllabus fully outlines the expectations and schedule you should work to maintain for this term. It is a summer course and thus it moves at a very swift pace. Please do not wait until the last minute to complete the work that is due. Time management is your friend, procrastination the enemy. I want you to succeed so DON’T wait until you have fallen far behind to seek help.
Final Exam Date	July 20, 2022 - 5:30 PM   Through  July 20, 2022 - 8:30 PM
Grading Scale	900 - 1000 = A 800 - 899 = B 700 - 799 = C 600 - 699 = D 590 - below = F
Determination of Final Grade	The final course grade will be based on total points accumulated from exams (80%), and final project (20%), Exams: 4 @ 200pts = 800 (80%) Final Project: 1 @ 200 = 200 (20%) Total Possible Points - 1000 An objective multiple-choice and true/false format will be used on all exams. Extra Credit: There are extra credit opportunities on each exam – take advantage of them.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	�    You are responsible for all materials (including textbooks, computer, and the technology) required for coursework. �    Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. �    No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. �    Silence your cell phones for the duration of class. �    Electronic devices - (cell phones, laptops, the internet) may be used only as part of classroom activities. �    Unrelated use of electronic devices (talking/texting/scrolling/social media) during class is a distraction for you, your classmates and your instructor. Having to address such wastes valuable time. Problematic behavior may result in you being asked to exit the classroom. �    Respectful behavior: Be respectful of instructors, fellow students and the academic environment. Instructors have NO obligation to tolerate disruptive behaviors of any kind. This includes excessive/disruptive talking. Problematic behavior may result in you being asked to exit the classroom and/or dismissal from the course. �    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. �    Please be mindful of students with disabilities: Some may be visible and others may not. Most of us are extremely considerate of disabilities we recognize, but less aware and thus less sensitive to those we cannot see. Invisible disabilities may include such conditions as (ADHD, asthmas, allergies, chronic pain, hearing impairments, migraines, seizures, vision impairments, and many more). Something as simple as body sprays and fragrances may affect/trigger asthma or migraines. Lighting or excessive noise can become problems for those with hearing disorders or epilepsy. Let us all keep these things in mind, and BE CONSIDERATE OF THE NEEDS OF THOSE AROUND US.
Attendance Policy	Absences, Tardiness, and Make-ups Attendance and punctuality are expected: Five (5) absences can result in administrative removal from the course. Two (2) tardies equal an absence. Your preparation and participation are expected: 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. If you are disruptive in my class you will be asked to leave and counted absent for the day. In accordance with the attendance policy, five (5) absences can result in administrative removal from the course. NOTE REGARDING MAKEUP WORK: The privilege of making up an assignment (including exams) should not be assumed. If possible, make arrangements in advance, for known scheduling problems/conflict. If you miss an exam or assignment because of an excused absence that was not prearranged, speak to the instructor as soon as possible regarding the missed work.
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
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.