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SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT)
Social Work 3510 (3 credits)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The ecological systems perspective is presented. Students are introduced to knowledge and theories of human
development across the life span. Human behavior is studied within the context of social systems in which
people live, including families, peer groups, organizations and communities. Emphasis is placed upon how
social systems promote and deter human development and the influence of diversity on human development
Additional Readings
Students are encouraged to study selectively in areas related to relevant class topics. The bibliography of
reading that accompanies this syllabus is intended to serve as a guide.