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INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY FROM AN ADULT EDUCATION PERSPECTIVE: HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING

Module code: CS84
Credits: 5
Semester: 2
Department: ADULT EDUCATION
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	Overview
	To explore the main disciplines of psychology and their implications for the study of adult development and learning. Historical and Philosophical Roots of Psychology, Lifespan Psychology (childhood-adulthood), Main approaches to Psychology (Behaviourism, Cognitive Psychology and Psychoanalysis), Principles of (Adult) Learning, Dynamic theories (bio-psychosocial), Ethical Considerations in Psychology.

Overview

To explore the main disciplines of psychology and their implications for the study of adult development and learning.

Historical and Philosophical Roots of Psychology, Lifespan Psychology (childhood-adulthood), Main approaches to Psychology (Behaviourism, Cognitive Psychology and Psychoanalysis), Principles of (Adult) Learning, Dynamic theories (bio-psychosocial), Ethical Considerations in Psychology.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Describe psychology�s roots in philosophy and outline psychology�s main historical figures Discuss what is meant by lifespan development Describe the main approaches in psychology and the conceptual and methodological differences between these approaches Describe the main principles of learning psychology Discuss the ethical considerations in psychology

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	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes

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INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY FROM AN ADULT EDUCATION PERSPECTIVE: HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING