Here is the link to a printable version of the CDEV 61 Syllabus.

This three-unit course explores the physical/sensory-motor, social-emotional, and cognitive/language development of the prenatal period throughout the first three years of development with an emphasis on interactions between genetic and environmental factors; Brain development research and major developmental theories that are the guiding principles for practice; Caring adults as a foundation for all development will be emphasized. Asynchronous ONLINE class with NO in person sessions.

Important Dates

• Last day to add: October 13, 2026

• Last day to drop with a refund: October 5, 2026

• Last day to drop without 'W': October 13, 2026

• Last day to drop with 'W': December 2, 2026

• Last day to elect pass/no pass: NA

• Class holidays: 10/12, 11/11, and 11/26-11/29

• The CDEV 61 Final is on Wednesday, 12/16/26.

There is a 30-minute mandatory Zoom check-in meeting with Professor Ehnle scheduled between 11/1/26 and 11/14/26.

There is a mandatory Final Presentation (2-3 minutes) to the class on Zoom on 12/16/26 at 6:30 pm or 12/15/26 at 10:00 am.

Course Advisories and Books