PSYC 3377 Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
This course will examine current research exploring the interactions between brain and cognitive development. Starting with the prenatal period and working up through adolescence, we will discuss theories, research, and broader impacts in this rapidly expanding field of investigation. We will also examine how the environment and experience influence brain and cognitive development across the lifespan.
Course overview
- Department
- Psychology and Neuroscience
- School
- MCAS
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Offered
- Annually
Catalog details
Requirements fulfilled
- Neuroscience B.S.: Cognitive Neuroscience (3 Credits) — Any one of the following courses (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
- Applied Psychology and Human Development: Major electives — any Psychology (PSYC) or Sociology (SOCY) course (no more than two electives from outside LSEHD) (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
- Psychology: Courses That May Be Applied to the Minor (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 3.93 / 5 · Very Good
- Instructor rating
- 4.18 / 5 · Very Good
- Terms evaluated
- 3
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Sarah Mccormick | 3.7 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 1–3 hrs/week | 32 of 39 |
| Fall 2025 | Sarah Mccormick | 3.8 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 3.5 | 1–3 hrs/week | 36 of 40 |
| Fall 2024 | Sarah Mccormick | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 1–3 hrs/week | 31 of 40 |