Child and Family Development · Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027, & Summer 2027

SDSU CFD 450 — Human-Nature Connection

0–3 units 2 enrollment options

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.

Course requirements

Prerequisites: Recommended: Credit or concurrent registration in CFD 270 or PSY 230.

Recommended: Credit or concurrent registration in CFD 270 or PSY 230.

Fall 2026 enrollment options

Seat status can change

Class #	Format	Status	Seats	Time	Location	Professor	RateMyProfessors
8395 Lecture	In person	Closed	—	Wed 4:00 PM–6:40 PM	LH 441	Donald Myers, Carolyn Sanders	No RateMyProfessor match available
8396 Activity	In person	Waitlisted	36 / 36	TBA	To be Announced	Carolyn Sanders, Donald Myers	No RateMyProfessor match available

Spring 2027 enrollment options

Seat status can change

Class #	Format	Status	Seats	Time	Location	Professor	RateMyProfessors
6177 Lecture	In person	Open	0 / 40	Wed 4:00 PM–6:40 PM	LH 260	Donald Myers, Carolyn Sanders	No RateMyProfessor match available
7158 Activity	In person	Open	0 / 40	TBA	To be Announced	Donald Myers, Carolyn Sanders	No RateMyProfessor match available

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