Psychology of Childhood (C8813)
Psychology of Childhood
Module C8813
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Full Module Description
This module aims to give students an overview of child development from birth through preadolescence. The module provides an overview of development in four main areas: biological (e.g. temperament), emotional (e.g. attachment), cognitive (e.g. categorisation) and social (e.g. peer relations). Additionally, this module places key emphasis on developing group working and independent learning skills by utilising a team-based small group teaching approach.
Module Outline
This module aims to give students an overview of child development from birth through preadolescence. The module provides an overview of development in four main areas: biological (e.g. temperament), emotional (e.g. attachment), cognitive (e.g. categorisation) and social (e.g. peer relations). Additionally, this module places key emphasis on developing group working and independent learning skills by utilising a team-based small group teaching approach.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate a broad knowledge base of developmental psychology including the major themes and terminology that underpin it
Identify principles and concepts underlying developmental psychology theoretical frameworks and identify their strengths and weaknesses
Source and critically evaluate relevant information from primary and secondary psychological literature
Work effectively with others using interpersonal skills to clarify tasks and solve problems
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 60.00% |
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T2 Week 10 | 75.00% |
| Portfolio | T2 Week 10 | 25.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 10000000000 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 00001010100 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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