Module PSYC1081: Introduction to Psychology 2: Developmental and Social Psychology

Department: Psychology

PSYC1081: Introduction to Psychology 2: Developmental and Social Psychology

Prerequisites

• None

Corequisites

• None

Excluded Combination of Modules

• None

Aims

• This Level 1 introductory course is to allow students to acquire a broad foundation of knowledge in core areas of psychology, for example developmental psychology, social psychology and individual differences

Content

• The course is divided into four sections (NB the order in which the topics are delivered may vary): Topics covered may be drawn from different fields in psychology, for example individual differences, developmental psychology and social psychology
• Each section introduces and explores central issues covering empirical findings and their theoretical interpretation
• The sections have a common form of 10 one-hour lectures, including a one-hour formative multiple choice class test and revision classes.
• The second section is comprised of seven one-hour lectures, and a formative one-hour multiple choice test with feedback
• The first lecture of each sub-section provides a historical and conceptual introduction to the topic

Learning Outcomes

• Acquisition of knowledge in the topic areas studied, for example developmental psychology, social psychology, and intelligence
• Detailed understanding of some sub-areas within these topics

• Emerging understanding of the relationship between data and theory

• Developing ability to organise and utilise knowledge

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

• The sections have a common form of 10 one-hour lectures, including a one-hour formative multiple-choice class test, and revision class.
• Student acquisition of a broad range of knowledge relating to developmental, social, abnormal psychology and intelligence is facilitated by the content of lectures and the provision of appropriate reading lists
• Assessment of the breadth and depth of this knowledge is achieved via the examination.
• The examination ususes a multiple-choice assessment and short answer section format to assess the breadth of students' knowledge of the full syllabus.
• Detailed understanding of some sub-areas of Developmental Psychology and Social Psychology is supported by elements of lecture content which use examples to provide more detail about selected topics and issues.
• The examination serves to probe the depth of students understanding in these areas.
• The ability to organise and utilise knowledge is developed through students' preparation for and participation in lecture activities.
• The examination assesses students' abilities to use the knowledge acquired through reading. The formative class tests provide students with rapid feedback on their progress in acquiring knowledge. The formative short essay submission assesses students’ ability to communicate a deeper understanding of the topic and to demonstrate core essay-writing skills
• Lecture activities guide students emerging understanding of the relationship between data and theory by providing examples of methods and issues arising from these and how these relate back to theory. Knowledge of both key findings and theories is assessed by the examination.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Summative Assessment

Formative Assessment:

The formative multiple choice questions provide almost immediate feedback on students' progress and what has been learned. Students are also provided with an opportunity to submit a formative short essay.

■ Students who do not attend monitored activities shown under Teaching Methods and Learning Hours, or who fail to complete the summative or formative assessment(s) specified above, may be subject to the Academic Progress procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University.