PSYC 140 Developmental (Lifespan) Psychology 3 credits
Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology (PSYC 101) or equivalent is strongly recommended. Students must also demonstrate proficiency with written English.
Instructors: Stephanie Wilsey, PhD
Ethan Bosch, MEd, CCDPD
Diana Rice, PhD
Debbie ...
Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology (PSYC 101) or equivalent is strongly recommended. Students
must also demonstrate proficiency with written English.
Instructors: Stephanie Wilsey, PhD
Ethan Bosch, MEd, CCDPD
Diana Rice, PhD
Debbie Schratz, PhD, LPC, NCC
Terri Williams, PhD
Contact Information: Faculty may be contacted through the Canvas messaging system
Additional Information: www.portagelearning.com*
Course meeting times: PSYC 140 is offered continuously
Course Description: PSYC 140 studies human growth and development across the lifespan. From
conception to death, physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development is examined. Key developmental
theorists and theories are integrated throughout the course as well as developmental milestones across the
lifespan. Research methods in developmental psychology are addressed explicitly and are also addressed
alongside each major research study and theory discussed. This course includes discussion on current issues
such as child obesity, younger menarche, and adults caring for children and parents. Thus, this course
addresses classic developmental theories and research as well as provides an overview of current
developmental topics across the lifespan.
Course Outcomes: As a result of this course experience a student should be able to:
• Distinguish between major theoretical perspectives in developmental psychology.
• Contrast the various theoretical perspectives according to how they view major controversies and
issues in developmental psychology.
• Explain the respective contributions of “nature” and “nurture” to human development, as well as their
interactions.
• Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the various techniques used to study human
development.
• Understand physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development across the lifespan.
• Articulate various developmental terms and concepts.
• Apply developmental concepts and theories to everyday relationships and situations.
*Please see the Module Topics section below for expanded course outcomes.
* Portage Learning college courses are offered by Geneva College, which is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher
Education. Portage Learning is included in the College’s Department of Professional and Online Graduate Studies; courses are
delivered through the PortageLearning.com platform.
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