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CFD 450 - The Human-Nature Connection: Developmental Perspectives

CFD 450: The Human-Nature Connection: Developmental Perspectives (3 units) at San Diego State University. 1 section offered in Spring 2027, with meeting times, instructors, and seat counts. Prerequisites: Recommended: Credit or concurrent registration in CFD 270 or PSY 230. Counts toward Child Development, B.S. (2026-27), Child Development, B.S. (2025-26).

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3 units
  • Electives
Offered: Summer 2027 (not offered), Spring 2027 (offered), Fall 2026 (offered)

Counts toward

Exploring effects of nature exposure on physical, emotional, and cognitive development. Emphasis on strategies for integrating contact with the natural environment into children’s lives and educational experiences. Examines nature-based therapeutic methods and their applications. Includes field experience in outdoor learning settings.
Prerequisites
Recommended: Credit or concurrent registration in CFD 270 or PSY 230
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Grading
LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC
Typically offered
Fall/Spring

1 section in Spring 2027

Class #6177· In-person · Open · Letter or CR/NC
40 of 40 seats open
Wed 4:00 PM-6:40 PM · LH 260
Carolyn Sanders5.0(4),Donald Myers,4.5(96)

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