PSYC06030 2022 Psychology of Learning

Discuss the Psychological challenges of managing one’s own Learning in University.

Describe the skills required for successful learning in lectures, tutorials and virtual environments.

Explore how thinking like a Psychologist can enhance academic performance.

Examine how to manage assessments, assignments and exams in Psychology.

Explain how positive self - care and emotional wellbeing influences educational performance, learning, and development. 

In this module, Large group lectures will be followed by individual and small group work.

Active learning strategies such as discussion, role play, quiz and oral presentation will be used.  Formative feedback will be provided during small group work sessions.

Formative:  in class exercises involving small group work & addressing critical learning moments

Summative: Project 100% presented at the end of the semester. Details of the project will be provided on day one of the module.

Referencing: APA referencing style is followed in this module.

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

LO 1 Discuss the Psychological challenge of managing one’s own Learning in university.

• What is learning?
• Becoming an active and independent learner.
• Making the transition from school/previous learning to University.
• Using Psychological techniques to motivate and develop a habit of learning including setting goals, and study time. 
• Why Grit and Resilience matters.
• Growth mindset.
• What to do if struggling with academic work.

LO 2 Describe the skills required for successful learning in face- to- face classes and virtual environments.

• The cognitive challenge of learning from lectures.
• Common barriers to learning from lectures and how to avoid them.
• Practical Psychological tips on getting the most out of lectures.
• Virtual learning environments (Moodle, Panopto, Teams).
• Appropriate online behaviour.
• Netiquette in academic communication.

LO3 Explore how thinking like a Psychologist can enhance academic performance.

• Thinking.
• Critical thinking in Psychology.
• Improving ability to think critically & becoming a critical reader.
• How to critically evaluate appropriate Psychology-based sources of information.
• Cognitive benefits of summarising and paraphrasing.
• Why writing summaries are helpful to demonstrate psychological knowledge and understanding.
• Self - regulation and practical psychological techniques to improve memory, concentration & attention. 
• Reducing cognitive overload.

LO4 Examine how to manage assessments, research assignments and exams in Psychology.

• Popular assessment methods in Psychology.
• Planning, researching, writing research-based assignments in Psychology.
• Writing succinctly using the language of Psychology. 
• The writing process: writing the first draft, referencing, rewriting, editing, revising & submitting assignments.
• Plagiarism.
• Ethics.
• Practical tips on effective oral presentations.
• Teamwork, and how to be a team member.
• Exam performance and exam strategy.

LO5 Explain how positive self – care, and emotional wellbeing influences educational performance, learning, and development.

• The significance of positive relationships, culture, community and wellbeing on Learning.
• Managing stress.
• Developing positive coping skills and practical mindful relaxation.