Introduction to Developmental and Social Psychology
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Module Aims
Aim 1
The aim of this module is to introduce key concepts, studies, subject areas, and methodological approaches within developmental and social psychology making reference to some key issues and debates in the history of psychology.
Module Content
Developmental Psychology
Piagetian theory
Moral development
Gender development
Attachment and separation
Social learning theory and socialisation
Adolescence and life-span development
Social Psychology
Social perception and attribution
Attitudes
Pro-social behaviour
Interpersonal attraction
Aggression
Social influences
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
Teaching Methods
The module consists of lectures and workshops. Workshops expand on syllabus topics or cover additional topics, for instance: evaluation of the Zimbardo prison study replication and the impact of day-care on child development. The assessments test a broad understanding of material (MCQ) but also offer the opportunity to research a particular topic in detail (essay).
Assessment Methods
This module is assessed through an examination and a written assignment.
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