Bachelor of Arts in Learning and Development Across the Lifespan

This concentration is designed for students who have an interest in examining the ways in which individuals change over the course of the lifespan.  Attention is focused on implications for teaching and learning, taking into account cognitive, psychosocial, and physical changes that occur over time.  Students also gain exposure to a variety of theoretical orientations toward teaching and learning, including cognitive, behavioral, social, constructivist, and humanistic perspectives.  Graduates with this concentration may be interested in working within educational and social service organizations that target the needs of specific age groups or pursuing graduate education in corresponding areas of specialization. Courses required.