A comprehensive study of the human life cycle will be explored. The course will explore theoretical and practical perspectives of development from conception through death. In addition, current trends in language acquisition, information processing, learning theories and basic theoretical models will be examined. In-depth exploration through current research of the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development from childhood to adulthood will be viewed from a multi-cultural perspective. Twenty-five hours of fieldwork are required in a Birth - 12th grade classroom.