Carleton University · CHST 3103

Critical Approaches to Child Development

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

A critical examination of philosophical, ideological, and discursive perspectives on childhood and youth. Students will analyze normative constructs reproduced in developmental discourses and research, particularly concerning gender, racism, disability, and oppressive practices.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing in Childhood and Youth Studies.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Precludes additional credit for Precludes additional credit for CHST 3001 (no longer offered).
  • Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing in Childhood and Youth Studies.
  • Lecture three hours a week.
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A critical examination of philosophical, ideological, and discursive perspectives on childhood and youth. Students will analyze normative constructs reproduced in developmental discourses and research, particularly concerning gender, racism, disability, and oppressive practices.

  • Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing in Childhood and Youth Studies.
  • Precludes additional credit for Precludes additional credit for CHST 3001 (no longer offered).
  • Lecture three hours a week.

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