PSY 325 Psychology of Play and Therapeutic Applications

This course provides an overview of historical and contemporary trends in play across different age, and cultural groups. Students explore universals, types, forms, theories, and functions of play in both normative and atypical development. They study the use of play in assessment and behavior change, methods and materials of play, and the role of play in learning and development. Pre-requisite(s): PSY 101 and one developmental psychology course (PSY 203, PSY 201, PSY 202 or PSY 315); or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Credits

5

Distribution

Behavioral Science