Student Development in College: Theory to Practice

Learn theories about student development in college and how to apply such theories to programs, services and behavioral interventions. Explore the contexts of student development and focus on practical applications within the higher education setting. You study four primary theoretical areas in student development, including psychosocial and identity development theories, cognitive-structural theories, environmental theories and typological theories. Additionally, you consider the constructive-developmental concept of self-authorship in student development.