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PSYC06024 2022 Developmental Psychology (0-18 years)

General Details

Full Title
Developmental Psychology (0-18 years)
Transcript Title
Dev Psych (0-18)
Code
PSYC06024
Attendance
70 %
Subject Area
PSYC - 0313 Psychology
Department
SOCS - Social Sciences
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2022 - Full Academic Year 2022-23
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
John Kane, Brenda Feeney, Orla Walsh
Programme Membership
SG_HENGL_H08 202200 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English and Psychology
Description

In this module the psychological changes that take place throughout childhood and adolescence will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on the significant physical, social, emotional, linguistic and cognitive development of early childhood followed by an examination of patterns of development across middle childhood and the teenage years. Theoretical perspectives in Psychology and current key ideas in relation to development will be discussed and the contribution of significant developmental theorists to our understanding of development investigated.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;

1.

Explain the major developmental theoretical perspectives in Psychology

2.

Outline the course of physical growth and describe the structure and development of the human brain

3.

Identify the contribution of significant developmental theorists to our understanding of cognitive development and describe the development of communication and language

4.

Discuss attachment theory and describe social and emotional development across infancy, childhood and adolescence

5.

Examine challenges of childhood and adolescence and the contributing factors to good mental health and resilience

6.

Investigate current ethical Psychological research and its application to child development.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Delivery will involve large group lectures followed by individual and small group work sessions.

This module will use active learning strategies such as discussion, case studies, group work and one minute paper exercises.

In addition, short answer questions (SAQs) will be completed after lectures in small group work sessions. Formative feedback will be provided on SAQs.

Module Assessment Strategies

Formative assessment will take place in tutorials and summative assessment is by a Learning Portfolio (100%) The portfolio  will comprise of SAQs and long answer questions which can be completed throughout the semester and submitted for summative assessment at the end of the semester.

 APA referencing style is followed in this module.

Repeat Assessments

Repeat requirements will be determined based on failed components and will be recorded at Progression and Award Boards.

Indicative Syllabus

Explain the major developmental theoretical perspectives in Psychology

  • Introduction to the module.
  • Questions about human development.
  • Overview of perspectives in Developmental Psychology - behavioural, cognitive, psychoanalytic, biological and bioecological.

Outline the course of physical growth and describe the structure and development of the human brain

  • Motor development.
  • The course of physical growth, basic sequences, common patterns and physical changes of puberty.
  • Introduction to the structure of the human brain and brain development.

Identify the contribution of significant developmental theorists to our understanding of cognitive development and describe the development of communication and language.

  • Contribution of the general theories of cognitive development to our understanding of thinking.
  • Theory of mind.
  • Cognitive self-regulation.
  • Moral development.
  • Adolescent cognition.
  • Intelligence.
  • Genetic and environmental influences on cognitive development.
  • The development of communication and language.
  • Theories of language development, including behaviourist, nativist and interactionist perspectives.

Discuss attachment theory and describe social and emotional development across infancy, childhood and adolescence

  • The function of emotions.
  • Development of emotional expression.
  • Emotional regulation.
  • Temperament.
  • Development of attachment.
  • Theories of attachment.
  • Parenting, culture and attachment.
  • Self-concept and self-esteem.
  • Socialisation.
  • Significance of play.
  • Pro-social behaviour.
  • Socio-emotional development in adolescence.

Examine challenges of childhood and adolescence and the contributing factors to good mental health and resilience

  • Some common challenges experienced in childhood and adolescence.
  • Digital media and self- concept.
  • Bullying.
  • Effects of parental separation & divorce.
  • Negative/inappropriate behaviour.
  • Trauma, neglect & toxic stress.
  • Resilience & Psychological wellbeing.

Investigate current ethical Psychological research and its application to child development.

  • Contribution of Positive Psychology, & Neuroscience to our understanding of children’s development.
  • An examination of various contexts for development such as: The child within the family (family dynamics, parenting, culture).
  • Beyond the family (day care & school).
  • Friendships & peer groups.

Coursework & Assessment Breakdown

Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %

Coursework Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Portfolio Coursework Assessment Project 100 % End of Semester 1,2,3,4,5,6
             
             

Full Time Mode Workload


Type Location Description Hours Frequency Avg Workload
Lecture Flat Classroom Lecture/group work 6 Weekly 6.00
Independent Learning Not Specified Independent Learning 5 Weekly 5.00
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 6.00 Hours

Required & Recommended Book List

Required Reading
2015-01-06 Child Development from Infancy to Adolescence Sage Publications, Incorporated
ISBN 1483393496 ISBN-13 9781483393490

This exciting chronological introduction to child development employs the lauded active learning approach of Laura E. Levine and Joyce Munsch's successful topical text, inviting students to forge a personal connection to the latest topics shaping the field, including neuroscience, diversity, culture, play, and media. Using innovative pedagogy, Child Development From Infancy to Adolescence: An Active Learning Approach reveals a wide range of real-world applications for research and theory, creating an engaging learning experience that equips students with tools they can use long after the class ends.

Required Reading
2017-04-08 Child Development Sage Publications Limited
ISBN 1473993369 ISBN-13 9781473993365

This book takes a chronological approach, from prenatal development to adolescence, looking at social, cognitive, emotional and physical aspects of development, while illustrating how culture plays a constitutive role in children's development.

Required Reading
2015-12-14 The Handbook of Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN 1138806137 ISBN-13 9781138806139

The third edition of the hugely successful "Handbook of Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology "incorporates important advances in the field to provide a reliable and accessible resource for clinical psychologists. Beginning with a set of general conceptual frameworks for practice, the book gives specific guidance on the management of problems commonly encountered in clinical work with children and adolescents drawing on the best practice in the fields of clinical psychology and family therapy. In six sections thorough and comprehensive coverage of the following areas is provided: Frameworks for practice Problems of infancy and early childhood Problems of middle childhood Problems of adolescence Child abuse Adjustment to major life transitions Thoroughly updated throughout, each chapter dealing with specific clinical problems includes cases examples and detailed discussion of diagnosis, classification, epidemiology and clinical features. New material includes the latest advances in: child and adolescent clinical psychology; developmental psychology and developmental psychopathology; assessment and treatment programmes. This book is invaluable as both a reference work for experienced practitioners and as an up-to-date, evidence-based practice manual for clinical psychologists in training. The "Handbook of Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology "is one of a set of 3 books published by Routledge which includes "The Handbook of Adult Clinical Psychology: An Evidence Based Practice Approach, Second Edition "(Edited by Carr & McNulty) and "The Handbook of Intellectual Disability and Clinical Psychology Practice "(Edited by Alan Carr, Christine Linehan, Gary O Reilly, Patricia Noonan Walsh and John McEvoy)."

Module Resources

Non ISBN Literary Resources

 Additional reading will be recommended in class and will be updated frequently.

Updated Literary Resources
Journal Resources

British Journal of Developmental Psychology

Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology

URL Resources

http://www.apa.org/

www.bps.org.uk

http://psi.ie

http://developingchild.harvard.edu/about/

Other Resources

Guest lecturers will be invited to address specialist areas such as neurodiversity.

Additional Information

As a 10 credit module, the total student independent effort hours for this module are 5 hours per week.