This course provides an overview of theory and current research on parenting in contemporary society. The course explores the challenges and changing nature of parenting across development, current parenting issues, and parenting in diverse family types. Students will also have an opportunity to reflect on their own attitudes, thoughts, and values in regards to parenting.

This course focuses on the design, implementation, and evaluation of developmentally-appropriate activities in a classroom of young children. This course takes the stance that curriculum is not simply activities or plans, but a product of societal, school, and classroom culture as influenced by particular views of development.

Supervised in-depth scholarly experience relevant to any of the HDFS specializations: Child Development, Family Support, and Lifespan Development. Student must work directly with a supervising faculty member to develop and complete the project.

Supervised in-depth experience in professional setting designed to increase the student's understanding of and experience working with children, adolescents, or families. Students must work with a supervising faculty member to identify a practicum site. 01) Child, 02) Family, 03) Adolescent.