The goal of the course is to review contemporary
theory, research, and methods relevant to understanding social and emotional
development during childhood. A range of topics will be considered including
theories of moral and emotional development; genetic, environmental and
biological influences on developmental processes, attachment relationships, social
cognition, temperament, bullying, self-regulation, empathy, social withdrawal
and aggression.
There will also be a review
of the influence of important social contexts such as family and peers on
individual development.