Historical grades cover up to five years through the selected term. Grade sorting prioritizes courses with at least 100 letter grades.
Covers research methods in human development and family studies, including quantitative and qualitative designs, participatory action research, and evaluation research.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews describe the course as difficult, requiring significant studying and attendance, with some noting that exams were hard and grading scales were elevated.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Examines the role and function of play and playfulness in promoting development across the lifespan.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Reviewers note that attendance is required and a textbook is necessary for the course.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025Examines child interaction in socialization settings, focusing on family and community socialization processes.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Polina Levchenko: Students report a heavy volume of daily in-class assignments and projects that are time-consuming and difficult to track, with some finding the workload annoying despite the material not being academically hard.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Examines family diversity and human development across racial and ethnic groups in the U.S., shaped by culture, history, and socio-political contexts.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Reviewers frequently cite last-minute assignment postings, sometimes less than 24 hours before deadlines, and unclear instructions. The workload includes group projects, papers, and in-class assignments, with some noting that online formats require significantly more work than in-person sessions.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026HDFS 501 covers specialized subject matter of current interest.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
A single review describes instructor Kristy Burkholder as a wonderful, inspiring role model who cares deeply about her students and work.
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HDFS 517 explores theoretical perspectives and methodologies to understand how intimate relationships develop, thrive, or deteriorate over time.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Workload is described as manageable with easy grades, but students must complete all requirements because the instructor is strict and does not offer leniency or clear explanations.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026HDFS 592 provides research experience in Human Development and Family Studies under faculty supervision.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Reviewers describe the course as having low difficulty and a manageable workload, noting that few assignments count toward the final grade.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026HDFS 650 studies the purposes, contexts, and implementation of parenting support and education programs.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The workload is manageable, with papers described as not bad if students attend class, though one reviewer noted starting assignments late still resulted in high grades.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to family-focused developmental assessment with infants and young children, covering interviewing, history taking, observation, and screening.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The workload is heavy on readings, which some find essential for success while others view as a waste of time due to poor assignment design.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026HDFS 690 is a senior thesis course involving individual study arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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HDFS 699 is an independent study course allowing students to conduct directed projects arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleExamines research and theories of child development from prenatal to middle childhood using a relational approach and contemporary methods, with a focus on diversity.
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Spring 2023–Fall 2024 · limited sampleA graduate course examining parent-child and intimate relationships through attachment theory and research across the lifespan.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Bridging the gap between research and action by teaching skills to gather, apply, and communicate research in human development and family studies
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleHDFS 990 is an individual study course arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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HDFS 999 is an independent study course allowing students to conduct directed projects arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleHEBR-BIB 799 is an independent study course in Hebrew Bible topics arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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HEBR-BIB 990 is an individual study course for research and completing theses, arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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First Semester Hebrew teaches basic communication skills in modern Hebrew, including speaking, reading, writing, and grammar.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleThird Semester Hebrew focuses on reading modern texts, intermediate grammar, and developing oral proficiency through discussion.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleIntroduction to Hebrew literature covering selected works from various periods and genres, taught entirely in Hebrew.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleThis course covers topics in modern Hebrew and Israeli literature and culture through readings in Hebrew.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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HISTORICAL STUDIES: INTRODUCTORY introduces elementary-level historical studies with an emphasis on interpretation and critical thinking.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Fall 2024–Spring 2026HISTORY 101 covers American political, economic, and social development from the founding of the colonies to the Civil War.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Gloria Whiting, John Sharpless, Justine Walden: Workload varies by instructor: John Sharpless assigned heavy reading and difficult blue book essays, while Gloria Whiting used quizzes and papers. Justine Walden’s quizzes focused on specific textbook details unrelated to lectures, creating high difficulty.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026HISTORY 102 covers American political, economic, and social development from the Civil War era to the present.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Allison Useche, Athan Biss: Workload expectations vary by instructor. Athan Biss required strict attendance, frequent pop quizzes, and tough essay grading, while Allison Useche involved reading approximately six primary sources weekly.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026HISTORY 115 covers the history of Medieval Europe from the later Roman Empire to the end of the Middle Ages (410-1500).
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Students must read multiple books weekly and complete five essays, which constitute half the grade, alongside participation and attendance requirements.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025HISTORY 119 introduces Europe's global expansion from 1400-1815, examining economic, political, and cultural encounters with the Americas and Africa.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Lee Wandel, Suzanne Desan: Workload includes seven required books, long specific tests, and multiple papers or exams. Students note that attending lectures is crucial because slides alone may not convey the main points, and the material can be conceptually heavy.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2025HISTORY 120 covers the political, economic, social, and cultural history of modern Western civilization from 1815 to the present.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Laird Boswell, Mary Roberts: Students report a moderate amount of reading, including novels and short texts, but generally find the workload manageable if they attend lectures and complete the assigned readings.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026HISTORY 130 introduces major themes in world history such as empire, trade, and migration.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of H. Warner: The course involves significant reading, though one reviewer found assessments easy while another described quizzes as impossible and self-directed.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026HISTORY 133 is an introductory global examination of war and peace from ancient times to the present, focusing on military cultures and technologies.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Fall 2023–Fall 2024