Module Details
Module Code: |
YTWK H7006 |
Full Title:
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Developmental Psychology
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Valid From:: |
Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 ) |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Module Owner:: |
Katherina Nugent
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Module Description: |
This module explores physical, cognitive and socio-emotional development over the course of the lifespan. Particular emphasis is placed on the contribution of the major theorists. Childhood development with the biological foundations of behavior, also to include environmental impact on childhood development.
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Module Learning Outcome |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Module Learning Outcome Description |
MLO1 |
Identify and outline the nature, scope and debates within Developmental Psychology |
MLO2 |
Examine the main stages of lifespan development |
MLO3 |
Differentiate between theories of development |
MLO4 |
Recognise and review the contribution of the main theorists in lifespan development |
MLO5 |
Recognise and explain selected issues in abnormal psychology |
MLO6 |
Explain how psychological theory can be applied to practice. |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Module Indicative Content |
Introduction to Developmental Psychology
Nature and scope of Developmental Psychology, key concepts and perspectives
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Lifespan development
Physical, cognitive and socio-emotional development
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Abnormal Psychology
Behavioural disorders (e.g. ADHD), Emotional disorders (e.g.autism)
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Module Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Course Work | 50.00% |
Final Examination | 50.00% |
Module Special Regulation |
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AssessmentsFull-time
Reassessment Requirement |
A repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full-time |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Tutorial |
Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
8.00 |
8 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
16.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Workload: Part-time |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
5.00 |
5 |
Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
8.00 |
8 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
16.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Belsky, Janet. (2007), Experiencing the Lifespan, Worth Publishers, [ISBN: 97801716751304].
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Santrock, John W.. (2008), Lifespan Development, 11th. McGraw Hill Higher Education, [ISBN: 9780071101714].
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O'Brien, Emma. (2008), Human Growth and Development, Gill & Macmillan, Dublin,.
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Atkinson & Atkinson. Hilgard's Introduction to Psychology, Chapter 15, p524-566.
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Passer M.W. & Smith R.E.. (2008), Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour, 2nd. McGraw Hill, New York, [ISBN: 0073382760, 9].
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Michael Eysenck. (2018), Simply Psychology, 4th. Routledge, London, [ISBN: 9781848721029].
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Newman, Barbara M & Newman, Philip R. (2006), Development Through Life: A psychosocial approach, Thomson Wadsworth, [ISBN: 0495007331].
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O'Brien, Emma. (2011), Psychology for Social Care: An Irish perspective, Gill & Macmillan, Dublin,, [ISBN: 9780717149995].
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Mash, Eric J. Wolfe & David A.. (2005), Abnormal Child Psychology.
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Green, Lorraine. (2010), Understanding the Life Course: Sociological and Psychological Perspectives, Polity, [ISBN: 9780745640167].
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This module does not have any other resources |
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