Developmental Psychology (PSY 320)

2021 Spring
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Psychology(PSY)
3
6.00 / 6.00 ECTS (for students admitted in the 2013-14 Academic Year or following years)
Junko Kanero jkanero@sabanciuniv.edu,
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English
Undergraduate
PSY301 PSY201 SPS102
Formal lecture
Communicative,Discussion based learning
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Decision and Behavior
Psychology

CONTENT

A comprehensive overview of contemporary developmental science, studying the contribution of a developmental perspective (changes with age) to major questions in the field of psychology, such as thinking, memory, self etc. Recurring themes would be continuity vs discontinuity of development, and nature-nurture sources of development. Research discussions include both classic and current studies within the field. Consideration is given both to biological and cultural influences on development.

OBJECTIVE

To teach an overview of many of the important aspects of child development. This includes the development of cognition, language, temperament, personality, and social development etc. In doing so, we will highlight important mechanisms underlying this change, current debates within the field, and also the relevance of this work for parenting and social policy. Students are expected to know the major theoretical perspectives, the controversies, and how the research within an area addresses those theoretical and controversial issues.

LEARNING OUTCOME

At the end of the course students will have knowledge of major theories and concepts in developmental psychology.
Students will be able to apply theories and concepts in real-life situations.

ASSESSMENT METHODS and CRITERIA

  Percentage (%)
Exam 50
Assignment 30
Other 20

RECOMENDED or REQUIRED READINGS

Readings

Readings will be available on SUcourse.