Student Learning Outcomes

 Student Learning Outcomes

The Department of Human Development trains students in integrating the perspectives of multiple disciplines, to approach the research in human development with a critical eye, and to develop the skills that will allow them both to conduct their own research and to apply them to contemporary, real-world situations. Specifically, the student learning outcomes for Human Development include:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the biological, psychological, social and cultural influences of lifespan human development;
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of how gender, ethnicity, class, historical period, and social location relate to the life course experience;
  3. Critically evaluate research relevant to human development as well as popular notions of human nature;
  4. Use the primary literature of the field to prepare a clear, organized summary of a topic;
  5. Understand and work effectively with a diversity of individuals and communities;
  6. Apply theory and research to contemporary problems and real-world situation;
  7. Design and implement research, analyze data appropriately, and judge the significance of findings.