Developmental Psychology

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2024.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU005854
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the meaning of developmental psychology.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Evaluate the main area of developmental psychology, cognitive skills, personal, social.
2

Understand attachment theory.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Explain attachment theory in terms nativist theory, empiricist theory.
  • 2.2
    Critically appraise Bowlby's research on attachment.
  • 2.3
    Discuss the implications of these theories on child care and later development.
3

Understand cognitive stage development.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Explain Piaget's theory of development and describe the stages, sensorimotor, pre-operational, concrete operational, formal operational.
  • 3.2
    Critically evaluate Piaget's theory of cognitive development.
  • 3.3
    Critically compare Piaget's theory to types of play.
  • 3.4
    Assess the influence of Piaget's theory in the development of: play groups, nurseries, toys.