MODULE DESCRIPTOR

TITLE Lifespan Development Psychology MODULE CODE BHPY 1044 / 77-4721-00S CONFIRM LEVEL 4 CONFIRM CREDITS 4 DATE OF APPROVAL 16th/17th July 2014

MODULE AIM - This course serves as an introduction to various concepts of human development across the entire lifespan. MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES - The TAR UC module delivers to the appropriate level as follows: LO Ref Learning Outcome 1 Describe various theories of development.

2 Give an account of life span development from the physical, cognitive, and

socio-emotional aspect.

3 Describe the different research approaches used in the study of development.

4 Interpret various developmental stages through case studies.

ASSESSMENT SUITABILITY There are three assessments on this module: coursework assignment 1 (30% weighting), coursework assignment 2 (30%) and examination (40%). This is sufficient assessment for a module of this credit volume. A SHU assessment will be set in addition to the TAR UC assessments, to reflect the SHU teaching input to this module. COMMENTS REGARDING INDICATIVE CONTENT This is a comprehensive overview of lifespan development, organized sequentially into key developmental periods (e.g. infancy, childhood, adolescence). Content focuses on the main domains of development e.g. social, emotional, cognitive. This compares well with coverage of Developmental Psychology as a BPS core curriculum area. ANY ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS None.

1. Name of Course: Life Span Development Psychology 2. Course Code: BHPY 1044 3. Name(s) of academic staff

Mr Abdul Rahman bin Ahmad Badayai 4. Rationale for the inclusion of the course in the programme

This course serves as an introduction to various concepts of human developement including processes and theories related to from conception to death Objectives: • To provide an overview of the human developmental process from conception to death. • To introduce various concepts, stages, and theories of development.

5. Semester offered Semester 2

6. Total Student Learning Time (SLT) Total Student Learning Time (SLT)

Face to Face Total Guided and Independent Learning

Total SLT

L=Lecture T=Tutorial P=Practical O=Others

L 28

T

21

P

O 5

106

160

7. Credit Value 4

8. Prerequisite (if any) Nil

9. Learning outcomes: On completion of the course, students should be able to:

1. Describe various theories of development. (C2) 2. Give an account of life span development from the physical, cognitive, and socio-

emotional aspect. (C3) 3. Identify major stages of development in infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adult.

(C2) 4. Interpret various developmental stages through case studies. (C3)

10. Transferable Skills:

Skills and how they are developed and assessed, Project and practical experience and Internship Transferable Skills How they are developed Assessment Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Developed through lessons, coursework assessment and examination

Assessed through coursework and examination

Read and comprehend various types of developmental psychology

Developed through lessons and examination

Assessed through coursework and examination

reading materials Work effectively within a team

Developed through lessons and group based coursework

Assessed through group based coursework

11. Teaching-learning and assessment strategy Teaching-learning Strategy Lecture Tutorial Pair/ Group discussion Pair/Group work Independent reading/ Directed reading E-Learning Project Case Study/ Problem based learning Revision Assessment Assignment (group) Written work Examination Written Test

12. Synopsis This course is an introduction to developmental psychology. It provides an overview of various concepts and processes of the human development from conception to death.

13. Mode of Delivery Lecture Tutorial

14. Assessment Methods and Types Coursework (60%) Assignment 1 (30%) Assignment 2 (30%) Examination (40%)

15. Mapping of the course to the Programme Aims: PA4, PA5 16. Mapping of the course to the Programme Learning Outcomes: LO1, LO2, LO6, LO7 17. Content outline of the course and the SLT per topic

Week Topic Student Learning Time (SLT) L T P O Total Guided and

Independent Learning

1 1.1.1.1 Introduction 2 1.5 6

• The Nature of Development • Theories of Development

2 1.1.1.2 The Beginning of Life • Biological Beginnings • Prenatal Development and Birth

2 1.5 6

3 Infancy • Physical Development In Infancy • Cognitive Development in Infancy

2 1.5 6

4 Infancy • Socio-Emotional Development in

Infancy

2 1.5 6

5 Early Childhood • Physical and Cognitive Development

in Early Childhood • Socio-emotional Development in

Early Childhood

2 1.5 6

6 Middle And Late Childhood • Physical and Cognitive Development

in Middle and Late Childhood • Socio-Emotional Development in

Middle and Late Childhood

2 1.5 6

7 Adolescence • Physical and Cognitive Development

in Adolescence • Socio-emotional Development in

Adolescence

2 1.5 6

8 Early Adulthood • Physical and Cognitive Development

in Early Adulthood • Socio-Emotional Development in

Early Adulthood

2 1.5 6

9 Middle Adulthood • Physical and Cognitive Development

in Middle Adulthood

2 1.5 6

10 Middle Adulthood • Socio-emotional Development in

Middle Adulthood

2 1.5 6

11 Late Adulthood • Physical Development in Late

Adulthood

2 1.5 6

12 Late Adulthood • Cognitive Development in Late

Adulthood

2 1.5 6

13 Late Adulthood • Socio-Emotional Development

In Late Adulthood

2 1.5 6

14 Endings • Death, Dying, and Grieving

2 1.5 6

Assessment: Coursework Final Exam Total

2 2 4

11 12 23

Total 28

28 4 100

Total SLT 160 Subject Credit 4

18. Main references supporting the course 1. Santrock, J.W. (2011). Life-span Development. 13th ed. New York: McGraw Hill.

Additional references supporting the course

1. Arnett, J.J. (2009). Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood. 3rd ed. New Jersey: Pearson Education, Inc.

2. Damon, W., & Lerner, R.M. (2008). Child and Adolescent Development: an Advanced Course. New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

3. Whitbourne, S.K. (2008). Adult Development and Aging: Biopsychosocial Perspectives. 3rd ed. New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Recommended Journals British Journal of Developmental Psychology Developmental Psychology Educational Psychology

19. Other additional information: Nil

CHECKED Date Reason Jan 2016 SI correct. NB: SI records assessment as 100% coursework regardless of actual

assessment strategy to enable recording of TAR UC assessment outcome.