Key themes/issues and paradigms in developmental psychology will be presented and discussed. The module will also consider how research and theories are applied to children’s development and their relevance to education. Developmental psychology research models and their underlying assumptions will also be studied in reference to key areas of development. Ethical principles and research limitations will also be considered.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Identify and evaluate the key paradigms in developmental psychology
Describe and evaluate the key research models used in developmental psychology
Describe the ethics of Psychological research
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of major themes and issues within developmental psychology and their relevance to education
Understand the history of developmental psychology and it’s relevance to education
Show an understanding of how different influences interact in development
Assessment
40289-01 : Group Presentation : Presentation (50%)
40289-02 : Individual Script 1000 words : Coursework (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessment: Group Presentation (50%); 1000-word Individual Script (50%)
