PSYC 119ADevelopment as a Sociocultural Process
Examines theory and research in sociocultural approaches to how people (especially children) learn and develop through participating in activities of their communities with other people. Emphasizes the organization of social interactions and learning opportunities, especially in Indigenous and Indigenous-heritage communities in the Americas. Satisfies the seminar requirement. Satisfies the senior comprehensive requirement.
Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of Entry Level Writing, Composition requirements; PSYC 100, or ANTH 1 or ANTH 2, or EDUC 92A, or EDUC 92B, or EDUC 92C, or LALS 1, or SOCY 1. Enrollment is restricted to seniors or by permission.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Asynchronous | — | K. G. Silva | Open 0/30 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Mon Wed Fri 9:20am–10:25am | Soc Sci 1 161 | K. G. Silva | Closed 29/0 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | J Baskin Engr 165 | B. Rogoff | Closed 26/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Silva | 3.4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 45% | 43 |
| Barbara Rogoff | 3.0 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 53% | 49 |
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