HDEV 453 - Sexual Orientations in Human Development

Units: 4
Theory and research related to sexual identity development; examination of sexuality stereotypes and myths. Exploration of gender identity, sexual orientation, sexuality, love relationships, and examination of relationship between sexual orientations and friendship networks, families, and community relations.

Prerequisites: Junior, senior or post-baccalaureate standing.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, or Entirely Online, or Hybrid.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Spring ONLY

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Learn about multiple academic theories of sexual orientations.
Understand the relationship between sexual orientation and identity.
Understand the relationship between sexual orientation and individuals’ social ties.
Learn about the effects of culture, time, and place on sexual orientation comprehensions and experiences.