Childhood And Adolescent Psycho;Logy
- Education
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 166 pages
- 15 units
This course introduces students to the field of childhood and adolescent psychology. It explores developmental changes from infancy to adolescence, covering physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language facets. The course examines the biological and environmental bases of human development, methods of studying children, and developmental tasks at each stage. It aims to equip teacher-interns with a comprehensive understanding of child development to better guide teaching and learning processes.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of PED121, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
PED121 · UNIT 2: METHODS OF STUDYING CHILDREN
By objectivity, we mean that the study results not affected by the biases or personal preconceptions of the persons carrying out the study. The researchers must not exaggerate data to support their preconceptions. They must not ignore relevant evidence that contradicts their hypothesis.
What you should be able to do
- State the meaning of psychology
- Explain the relevance of childhood and adolescent psychology for teachers
- Outline methods for studying children's problems
- Define basic concepts in child development
- Outline biological and environmental bases of human development
- Describe changes in motor, cognitive, language, psychosocial, and moral development
- Examine the importance of physical and motor development
- Outline specific changes in growth and development during pre-natal, infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence
- List specific developmental tasks of each stage
- Examine the educational significance of changes and challenges in each stage
What it prepares you for
- Teacher
- Counselor
- Child Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Educational Psychologist
- Education
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Childcare
- Psychology
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Conceptual Framework
Unit 2: Methods of Studying Psychology
Understanding the empirical method and its application in psychological research requires careful attention to detail and logical reasoning.
- Module 3: Stages in Human Development
Unit 1: Pre-natal Development
Understanding the complex interplay of genetic and environmental factors during prenatal development requires integrating concepts from biology and developmental psychology.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Conceptual Framework
Unit 1: Meaning and Relevance of Psychology to the Teacher · 2 hours
Define psychology and its relevance to teaching.. Identify the domains of human behavior.. Discuss the schools of psychology..
- Week 2Module 1: Conceptual Framework
Unit 2: Methods of Studying Psychology · 2 hours
Describe methods of studying children.. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each method.. Identify ethical considerations in child studies..
- Week 3Module 1: Conceptual Framework
Unit 3: Basic Concepts in Child Development · 2 hours
Explain the concepts of growth, maturation, learning, and development.. Outline the principles of development.. Discuss the role of sensory modalities in perception..
- Week 4Module 1: Conceptual Framework
Unit 4: Biological Basis of Human Behaviour · 2 hours
Outline how genetic materials are transmitted.. Explain the role of the nervous system.. Discuss the role of the endocrine system..
- Week 5Module 1: Conceptual Framework
Unit 5: Environmental Basis of Human Development · 2 hours
Describe the impact of the physical environment.. Outline aspects of the psychosocial environment.. Discuss the importance of a stimulating environment..
- Week 6Module 2: Facets of Human Development
Unit 1: Physical Growth and Motor Development · 2 hours
Explain physical growth and motor development.. Outline trends in physical growth.. Discuss the factors affecting physical growth and motor development..
- Week 7Module 2: Facets of Human Development
Unit 2: Cognitive Development · 2 hours
Explain cognition and cognitive development.. Outline the trends in cognitive development.. Discuss the factors that influence cognitive development..
- Week 8Module 2: Facets of Human Development
Unit 3: Language Development · 2 hours
State the meaning of language.. Explain the process of language development.. List the factors that influence language development..
- Week 9Module 2: Facets of Human Development
Unit 4: Emotional Development · 2 hours
Define emotions.. List the types of emotions.. Outline the pattern of emotional development..
- Week 10Module 2: Facets of Human Development
Unit 5: Social Development · 2 hours
Define socialization.. List the agents of socialization.. Outline the pattern of social development..
- Week 11Module 2: Facets of Human Development
Unit 6: Moral Development · 2 hours
Describe the nature of morality.. Outline the development of moral judgement.. List the factors that influence moral development..
- Week 12Module 3: Stages in Human Development
Unit 1: Pre-natal Development · 2 hours
Outline the stages in pre-natal development.. Describe the critical periods in pre-natal development.. List the factors that influence pre-natal development..
Unit 2: Infancy · 2 hours
Outline the major developmental landmarks in infancy.. List the major developmental tasks.. Discuss the educational significance of infancy..
- Week 13Module 3: Stages in Human Development
Unit 3: Early Childhood · 2 hours
Outline the major achievements of early childhood.. List the major developmental tasks.. Discuss the educational significance of early childhood..
Unit 4: Middle Childhood · 2 hours
Outline the major achievements of middle childhood.. List the major developmental tasks.. Discuss the educational significance of middle childhood..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 biological and environmental factors
- Practice applying developmental theories (Piaget, Erikson) to case studies
- Review research methods from Unit 2 and their limitations
- Focus on developmental milestones for each stage (Module 3)
- Prepare examples of how to apply course concepts in a classroom setting
- Create flashcards for key terms and definitions from Module 1
- Practice answering essay questions on assessment methods and their effectiveness
- Review all TMAs and identify areas for improvement
- Allocate study time proportionally based on unit difficulty and weightage
- Form study groups to discuss complex concepts and share insights
- Use online resources and videos to supplement understanding of key topics
- Take practice quizzes to assess knowledge retention and identify areas needing further review
- Develop mnemonics to remember key developmental stages and their characteristics
- Prioritize studying challenging units identified in peak difficulty periods
- Create a study schedule and stick to it consistently throughout the semester
- Get enough sleep and maintain a healthy lifestyle to optimize cognitive function during exams
- Read through the course guide and understand the course marking scheme
- Attempt all assignments and seek clarification on any doubts before submission
- Review the course overview for details on time expected to spend on each unit and how the assignments relate to the unit
Questions students ask about this course
What is PED121 about?
This course introduces students to the field of childhood and adolescent psychology. It explores developmental changes from infancy to adolescence, covering physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language facets. The course examines the biological and environmental bases of human development, methods of studying children, and developmental tasks at each stage. It aims to equip teacher-interns with a comprehensive understanding of child development to better guide teaching and learning processes.
How many units does PED121 have?
PED121, Childhood And Adolescent Psycho;Logy, has 15 units across 3 modules, over 166 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is PED121?
PED121 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Education.
Is PED121 hard?
PED121 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does PED121 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is PED121 assessed?
PED121 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with PED121?
Teacher, Counselor, Child Psychologist, Social Worker and Educational Psychologist.