Human Development, Asian Studies Emphasis (HDAST.BS)

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Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education

This program prepares students to work with children where teacher licensure is not required or for graduate work in the field. Courses in social sciences and linguistics provide education on Asian childhood development and family organizations.

Degree Checklist

For a checklist of all the courses required for this degree program and a suggested four-year sequence of study, please click on the link below.

General Education Requirements - Total Hours: 53-59

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Specialty Area Requirements

Developmental - 6hrs

Choose 2 courses:

PSYC 361 - Child Development Credit Hours: 3

A review of the principles of behavior in infancy and childhood; physical, intellectual, social, emotional and language development in the normal child.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200 & PSYC 260 or EDUC 199
PSYC 362 - Adolescent Development Credit Hours: 3

A review of the principles of behavior of the adolescent; the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development specific to this period of maturation.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200 & PSYC 260.
PSYC 260 - Lifespan Development Credit Hours: 3

An introductory course in developmental psychology that emphasizes significant developmental issues and challenges that occur physically, cognitively, and socially across the lifespan.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200

Intellect/Educational - 6hrs

Choose 2 courses:

*Only one 315 course may count towards this requirement.

PSYC 312 - Educational Psychology Credit Hours: 3

A study of the psychological foundations for learning and the procedures by which learning is accomplished. Also covered is an evaluation of teaching methods and learning tools.
PSYC 341 - Learning and Cognition Credit Hours: 3

Explores the many types of learning from simple conditioning to more complex forms of language, intelligence, problem solving and motivation.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200
READ 371 - Survey of Reading Credit Hours: 3

A study of the reading process and the history and philosophy of the various models of reading instruction. Requires co-requisite enrollment in READ-371L. 

Prerequisites

ELED-340
ECED 315 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education Credit Hours: 3

A course designed to give the prospective teacher an overview of the theoretical models of early childhood education and to provide a broad overview of the historical, sociological and philosophical foundations of the American education system.

Prerequisites

EDUC-199 and EDUC-299, or MUED-225.

Or

EDMG 315 - Foundations of Middle Grades Education Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to give the prospective teacher an overview of the theoretical models of middle level education and to provide a broad overview of the historical, sociological and philosophical foundations of the American education system. Students will explore preadolescent and young adolescent characteristics, middle grades teaching, student learning, and organizational characteristics of a middle level school. Twenty hours of tutoring or observations must be completed.

Prerequisites

EDUC-199 and EDUC-299.

Or

EDUC 315 - Historical, Philosophical, and Sociological Foundations of American Education Credit Hours: 3

A course designed to provide an understanding of the significance of the influence of historical, philosophical and sociological factors and trends in school administration, materials and methods of instruction and the needs of the pupil and society.  

Prerequisites

EDUC-199 or MUED-225

Language Development - 3hrs

Choose 1 course:

ENGL 380 - Introduction to Linguistics Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to scientific language study including morphology, phonology, syntax, pragmatics and the nature of language.

Prerequisites

ENGL-110
ENGL 381 - Language Acquisition and Development Credit Hours: 3

An investigation of the cognitive processes of first and second language acquisition and development with special attention to the acquisition of literacy, language diversity and bilingualism.

Prerequisites

ENGL-110

Family - 3hrs

Choose 1 course:

SOCI 220 - Marriage and the Family Credit Hours: 3

An introductory study of dating, courtship, marriage, preparation for marriage, the selection of a marriage partner, the roles of members of the family, family rituals, and patterns of interaction.
SOCI 320 - Sociology of the Family Credit Hours: 3

A study of the origin of the family, background of the modern American family, social changes and the family roles of members of the family, and problems of family life.

Prerequisites

SOCI 200

Exceptionalities - 3hrs

Choose 1 course:

PSYC 481 - Abnormal Psychology Credit Hours: 3

Examines the causes, symptoms, classification, diagnosis, and treatment of the many types of mental disorders.

Prerequisites

PSYC 380
SOCI 212 - Social Problems Credit Hours: 3

A study of major contemporary social problems, their nature, bases, consequences, and alternative solutions. Required of all students majoring in sociology or social science.

Prerequisites

SOCI 200
SOCI 380 - Juvenile Delinquency Credit Hours: 3

An examination of delinquent behavior and the general operation of the juvenile control system.

Prerequisites

SOCI 200
SPED 316 - Exceptional Child Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to special education including historical foundations, special education law and current practice. The course will introduce all current information pertinent to those who will work with students with disabilities especially those students included in the general education classroom. Issues and trends that address techniques, strategies and procedures for working with students with disabilities will be emphasized. A summary of each category of disability will be offered as well as suggestions for accessing school and community resources.

Prerequisites

None

Cultural - 3hrs

Choose 1 course:

ANTH 310 - Cultural Anthropology Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to various aspects of culture including material, social, economic, aesthetics, political, religious and linguistic factors.
ANTH 312 - Human Geography Credit Hours: 3

This course examines cultural change and cultural regionalism, concepts and models of spatial interaction, and spatial behavior including geographical patterns of languages, religion, ethnic groups, folk and popular culture, and population geographical distribution of economic, urban and political organizations.
ANTH 354 - Intercultural Communication Credit Hours: 3

A study of the relationship between communication and culture with emphasis on factors affecting the processes and quality of interpersonal communication between those of differing cultures and subcultures.
ANTH 410 - Race and Ethnic Relations in the U.S. Credit Hours: 3

The significance of ethnic minorities in American society and the world with an introduction to sociological and anthropological theory as well as an interpretation of dominant-minority relations.

Prerequisites

SOCI-200
PSYC 434 - Culture and Personality Credit Hours: 3

Survey of the approaches to the interrelation between the personality system and the soci-cultural environment with emphasis on mental disorder and cultural change.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200 or SOCI 200

Health/Phys Development - 3 hrs

Choose 1 course:

HLTH 360 - Personal and Community Health Credit Hours: 3

This course emphasizes the concepts, anatomical knowledge, risk factors and behaviors that profoundly affect personal health and self-care. It addresses consumer issues and criteria for evaluating health products and services in the private, industry and government sectors.
HLTH 365 - Child Health and Social Behavior Credit Hours: 3

A study of the physical and psychosocial growth and development of children; includes methods of organizing and implementing health measures, determining health status through screening processes; detection of remedial defects, referral procedures, and follow-up for correction; the promotion of physical, mental, social and emotional health through environmental and special health services.

Major Electives - 6 hrs

Choose 2 courses:

Note - Electives may also be chosen from courses not selected in other categories.

PSYC 250 - Personality Theory Credit Hours: 3

A survey of the major theories on how personality develops. Theories are examined from a Christian perspective, and students are encouraged to formulate their own theoretical point of view. Theorists include Freud, Jung, Rogers, Maslow, and Skinner.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200
PSYC 330 - Social Psychology Credit Hours: 3

A study of social dynamics, interpersonal relationships, and the influence of the social environment on behavior.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200
PSYC 331 - Psychology of Self Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to theory and research on the self and identity. The guiding ideas and themes in the study of the self will be discussed. Students will be presented with a collection of the important and influential articles on the topic. Topics to be covered include: self-knowledge, self-esteem, self-regulation, self-presentation and the self and culture.

Prerequisites

PSYC 330
PSYC 417 - Tests and Measurements Credit Hours: 3

A study of the theory and principles of diagnostic testing which give teachers and counselors direction for their educational and guidance efforts.

Capstone

HDEV 495 - Integration of Faith and Vocation Credit Hours: 2

A seminar course designed to be the culminating experience for the Human Development (non-licensure) programs, as well as for the Special Education non-licensure program. This course is designed to integrate the fundamentals of faith and vocation. Students will be challenged to synthesize Lee University's core values with plans to live out those values in their future vocations.

Prerequisites

Senior status.

Asian Studies Emphasis Requirements

Choose 4 courses (12 hours) from the following offerings.

ASIA 325 - Survey of East Asian Literature Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide a survey of the literatures of China, Korea, and Japan.  The course will examine important translated literary texts from the ancient to the current time.  By the end of the course, students should be able to understand the basic evolution of East Asian literature, appreciate the cultures of East Asia as reflected in literature, and see the connections among the literatures of the region.
ASIA 335 - Topics in Asian Film Credit Hours: 3

This course provides a critical analysis of films from South and East Asia.  Emphasis is on contemporary and "classic" films from China, Japan, and India.  The course begins with the art of film appreciation and analysis and moves on to the genres, themes, and impact of Asian films within the context of their native cultures. 
ASIA 337 - Contemporary Chinese Culture and Society Credit Hours: 3

This course will explore changes in contemporary Chinese culture and society from 1949 to the present. It will employ anthropological and sociological theoretical perspectives to investigate emerging trends in China today including history and memories of revolutions, market forces, and work, family and marriage, family planning and child rearing, public and private life, migration and ethnicity, religions and rituals, gender and sexuality, as well as environmental politics and globalization.
ASIA 353 - Eastern Religions and Philosophy Credit Hours: 3

A study of the beliefs, practices and historical developments of eastern religions and philosophies, including, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, Islam, Daoism and Shinto.
ASIA 355 - Survey of Asian History Credit Hours: 3

A broad survey of the history of monsoon Asia, from prehistory to the present. Particular attention will be paid to the rise of urban civilizations in Asia; development and interaction of the religions and cultures in those civilizations; the rise of economic systems linking different parts of Asia; the influence of contact with non-Asian regions and peoples on the history of Asia; and modern efforts of Asians to adapt their societies to European ideas regarding politics and economics.
ASIA 356 - History of the Pacific Rim Credit Hours: 3

A historical study of the development of a meaningful Pacific Rim network from 1565 to present.  This course will examine the growth of trans-Pacific relationships between peoples in the Americas and East Asia.
ASIA 441 - The U.S. and East Asian Relations Credit Hours: 3

This course investigates the strategic, economic, political, and diplomatic relations among states in East Asia. The course provides an overview of the primary topics and perspectives for studying Asian international relations.
ASIA 453 - Business Management in Asian Markets Credit Hours: 3

This course is intended to familiarize students with the factors that shape the Asian business markets by giving students the opportunity to apply and extend basic concepts from other Department of Business courses in an Asian context. Moreover, the course should help students understand and appreciate Asian cultures and their influence on the global marketplace. The class material will be discussed within a framework of "real-world" operational and management principles.
LING 201 - Introduction to Language and Culture Credit Hours: 3

A course introducing students to the concept of the interaction of language and culture in a specific target language. The course will also provide a basic and limited oral introduction to the target language and its use in specific contexts. This course meets the language requirement for Bachelor of Science students only. Course may be repeated once for elective credit as long as the topic of the second course is different from the topic of the first course.
LING 201 - Thai Language and Culture Credit Hours: 3

This is a course introducing students to the concept of the interaction of language and culture in a specific target language. The course will also provide a basic and limited oral introduction to the target language and its use in specific contexts. This course meets the language requirement for Bachelor of Science students only. (Bachelor of Science students with two years of high school foreign language or proficiency at the 112 level may take three hours of a foreign language at the intermediate level to fulfill the language requirement.) The course may be repeated once for elective credit, provided the topic is different than that taken the first time.
LING 201 - Japanese Language and Culture Credit Hours: 3

This is a course introducing students to the concept of the interaction of language and culture in a specific target language. The course will also provide a basic and limited oral introduction to the target language and its use in specific contexts. This course meets the language requirement for Bachelor of Science students only. (Bachelor of Science students with two years of high school foreign language or proficiency at the 112 level may take three hours of a foreign language at the intermediate level to fulfill the language requirement.) The course may be repeated once for elective credit, provided the topic is different than that taken the first time.
LING 201 - Chinese for Business: Language and Culture Credit Hours: 3

This is a course introducing students to the concept of the interaction of language and culture in a specific target language - Chinese for Business purpose. The course will also provide a basic and limited oral introduction to the target language and its use in specific contexts, especially the international business context. This course meets the language requirement for Bachelor of Science students only. (Bachelor of Science students with two years of high school foreign language or proficiency at the 112 level may take three hours of a foreign language at the intermediate level to fulfill the language requirement.) The course may be repeated once for elective credit, provided the topic is different than that taken the first time.