Development Psychology
- Education
- 800 level
- 2 credit units
- 160 pages
- 10 units
This course explores the intricate processes of human growth and development from conception through adulthood. It examines various theories of personality and cognitive development, emphasizing their implications for education. Key topics include factors affecting growth, stages of development, moral development, and the impact of social and emotional factors. The course aims to equip educators with a comprehensive understanding of developmental psychology to effectively guide and support students' learning and personal growth.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments (TMAs)
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EGC803, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1: BASIC PROCESSES OF GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
- UNIT 2: FACTORS THAT AFFECT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTPage 10
- UNIT 3: STAGES OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT I: CONCEPTION TO CHILDHOODPage 29
- UNIT 4: THEORIES OF PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENTPage 47
- UNIT 5: THEORIES OF COGNITIVEDEVELOPMENTPage 68
- UNIT 6: SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT THEORIES: THEIR IMPORTANCE IN THE SCHOOLYEARSPage 89
- UNIT 7: ADOLESCENCE PSYCHOLOGY 1: MEANINGAND DEVELOPMENTAL TASKS OFADOLESCENCEPage 104
- UNIT 8: ADOLESCIENCE PSYCHOLOGY II: PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OFADOLESCENTSPage 115
- UNIT 9: ADOLESCENCE PSYCHOLOGY III: EMOTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OFADOLESCENTSPage 125
- UNIT 10: STAGES OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT – ADULTHOOD DEVELOPMENTPage 133
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EGC803 · UNIT 1: BASIC PROCESSES OF GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
In this unit, we shall discuss the basic processes of growth and development. We shall also briefly discuss the principles of growth and development and their educational implications.
What you should be able to do
- Define basic concepts of growth and development.
- Describe factors that affect growth and development.
- Explain principles of growth and development.
- Describe theories of development.
- Describe stages of human development.
- Explain educational implications of various stages of human development.
What it prepares you for
- Teacher
- Counselor
- Educational Psychologist
- Child Development Specialist
- Education
- Childcare
- Social Work
- Healthcare
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1:
Unit 4: Theories of Personality Development
Understanding the complex interplay between id, ego, and superego requires abstract thinking and critical analysis.
- Module 1:
Unit 5: Theories of Cognitive Development
Applying Piaget's stages of cognitive development to real-world educational scenarios demands practical insight and pedagogical expertise.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 29 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Basic Processes of Growth and Development · 2 hours
Define growth and development.. Explain the principles of development.. Discuss cephalocaudal and proximodistal growth patterns.. Reflect on the implications of these principles for teaching..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Factors that Affect Growth and Development · 2 hours
Identify hereditary mechanisms.. Explain the role of genetics in development.. Discuss the impact of environmental factors.. Analyze the interplay between heredity and environment..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Stages of Human Development i: Conception to childhood · 2 hours
Describe the stages of prenatal development.. Explain the factors affecting prenatal development.. Discuss the development of the human organism from conception to childhood.. Reflect on the educational implications of these stages..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: Theories of Personality Development · 2 hours
Explain Freud's psychoanalytic theory.. Describe the structure of personality (id, ego, superego).. Discuss the stages of psychosexual development.. Analyze the educational implications of Freud's theory..
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: Theories of Cognitive Development · 2 hours
Explain Piaget's theory of cognitive development.. Describe the stages of cognitive development (sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, formal operational).. Analyze the educational implications of Piaget's theory.. Compare Piaget's theory with Vygotsky's theory..
- Week 6Module 1:
Unit 6: Social-emotional Development Theories: their Importance in the School Years · 2 hours
Define emotion and discuss its causes.. Explain theories of emotion (Wundt, Carr, James-Lange).. Describe important emotions of schoolchildren.. Discuss the implications of emotional development for teachers..
- Week 7Module 1:
Unit 7: Adolescence psychology i: Meaning and developmental tasks of adolescence · 2 hours
Define adolescence and its developmental tasks.. Explain the meaning of adolescence.. Describe the developmental tasks of adolescents.. Discuss the needs of adolescents..
- Week 8Module 1:
Unit 8: Adolescience Psychology ii: Physical characteristics of adolescents · 2 hours
Describe the physical changes in adolescence.. Explain the effects of changes in primary and secondary sexual growth.. Discuss the home and educational implications of these changes.. Analyze the intellectual and social characteristics of adolescents..
- Week 9Module 1:
Unit 9: Adolescence Psychology iii: Emotional Characteristics of Adolescents · 2 hours
Explain Freud's stages of emotional development.. Describe the emotional reactions of African children.. Discuss the psychological needs of adolescents.. Analyze the cultural and educational implications of emotions..
- Week 10Module 1:
Unit 10: stages of human development – adulthood Development · 2 hours
Define adulthood and discuss maturation and aging.. Describe physical development in adulthood.. Explain cognitive and emotional development.. Discuss the developmental tasks of adulthood..
- Week 11Module 1:
Module 1 Review · 3 hours
Review all units in Module 1.. Focus on key concepts and theories.. Prepare for assignments and tutor-marked assessments..
- Week 12Module 1:
Assignments and TMAs · 3 hours
Complete assignments related to Module 1.. Work on tutor-marked assessments.. Consolidate understanding of course material..
- Week 13Module 1:
Final Revision · 3 hours
Final revision of all course materials.. Address any remaining questions or areas of confusion.. Prepare for the final examination..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key terms and concepts.
- Develop flashcards for quick recall of important definitions and theories.
- Practice applying developmental theories to specific case studies.
- Form study groups to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.
- Review all assignments and TMAs to identify areas needing further attention.
- Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 cognitive development concepts.
- Practice applying theories from Units 7-9 to adolescent case studies.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EGC803 about?
This course explores the intricate processes of human growth and development from conception through adulthood. It examines various theories of personality and cognitive development, emphasizing their implications for education. Key topics include factors affecting growth, stages of development, moral development, and the impact of social and emotional factors. The course aims to equip educators with a comprehensive understanding of developmental psychology to effectively guide and support students' learning and personal growth.
How many units does EGC803 have?
EGC803, Development Psychology, has 10 units across 1 module, over 160 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EGC803?
EGC803 carries 2 credit units, at 800 level in Education.
Is EGC803 hard?
EGC803 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does EGC803 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 10 units.
How is EGC803 assessed?
EGC803 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments (TMAs) and Final Examination.
What can I do with EGC803?
Teacher, Counselor, Educational Psychologist and Child Development Specialist.