HDFS 331 - Positive Youth Development (3cr.)

Credit(s): 3

POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Component: Lecture
Positive Youth Development emphasizes a strength-based approach and focuses on youth development from a social, cultural and psychological perspective. Explores areas of youth functioning, including social, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral competencies. Through theory, research, and application, this course examines a myriad of factors including characteristics of the individual, family, school, and the larger society that can conceivably allow youth to develop in positive ways.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option
University Breadth: Social and Behavioral Sciences Course Typically Offered: Fall, Winter and Spring

General Education Objectives:
Read Critically Analyze Arguments and Information Engage in Constructive Ideation Communicate Effectively in Writing Communicate Orally Work Collaboratively Across a Variety of Cultures Work Individually Across a Variety of Cultures Critically Evaluate Ethical Implications