MSU Child Development Laboratories

The CDL is a partner with the family in the educational experience. Students, faculty members and families all benefit from these shared activities, learning from one another and working together for the well-being of the children.

The CDL provides a learning environment for both preschool children and MSU students. University faculty, staff and students perform research at the CDL. Students learn about child development, strategies for supporting children's social interactions and methods of developing interesting and appropriate learning activities. These students, under the guidance of departmental faculty members, become team members in planning and carrying out valuable and interesting educational experiences for children. In providing the highest quality programming for children and families, faculty members also create exemplary learning experience for college students.