PSYC 3316

Students explore current research trends and theoretical perspectives in the field of infant development. They critically examine genetics and prenatal development, labour and birth, and the developmental processes of physical growth, including topics such as brain maturation, cognition, sensation, perception, and learning in infancy. Students also analyze the process of attachment and emotional development, and the environmental and interpersonal conditions associated with optimal pre- and postnatal development. Learning takes place through engaging lectures, active learning, personal reflection and application of concepts, and exploration of the primary literature.