This paper is concerned with the development of human behaviour, with an emphasis on social and cognitive development from infancy to old age. Theories of development are introduced in the context of topics such as the emergence of a concept of self, attachment, theory of mind, peer relations, prosocial and antisocial behaviour and autism. We will examine the implications of research in development for applied questions such as the effects on children of television, parenting and childcare.
About this paper
| Paper title | Developmental Psychology |
|---|---|
| Subject | Psychology |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,318.20 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- PSYC 210 and PSYC 211 and PSYC 212
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music, Science
- Notes
- (i) With departmental approval, a student who has achieved a grade of at least a B in each of PSYC 210 and 212 may take no more than one of PSYC 313-331 concurrently with PSYC 211. (ii) With departmental approval, a student who has achieved a grade of at least a B in PSYC 211 may take no more than one of PSYC 313-331 concurrently with PSYC 210 and 212.
- Eligibility
With departmental approval, a student who has achieved a grade of at least B in each of PSYC 210 and 212 may take no more than one of PSYC 313-328 concurrently with PSYC 211.
With departmental approval, a student who has achieved a grade of at least B in PSYC 211 may take no more than one of PSYC 313-328 concurrently with PSYC 210 and 212.
- Contact
Professor Ted Ruffman ted.ruffman@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- View more information on the Department of Psychology's website
- Teaching staff
- Professor Ted Ruffman
- Paper Structure
The paper will cover:
- The emergence of the self-concept
- Attachment
- Theory of mind
- Peer relations
- Prosocial and antisocial behaviour
- Autism
- Applied developmental psychology
- Other life-span topics from conception to old age
Terms: A student who completes fewer than 50% of the assignments in a paper will not meet terms and may not sit the final examination in that paper.
- Teaching Arrangements
Three 1-hour lectures per week.
- Textbooks
Required Reading:
Lally, M., & Valentine-French, S. (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective (2nd Edition). Available from PSYC318 Blackboard.
Course materials will be available through Blackboard.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Critical thinking, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Students who successfully complete the paper will develop knowledge of many aspects of development from conception through to old age, with particular emphasis on cognitive development and social understanding.
- Assessment details
The final mark consists of 50% internal assessment (one mid-semester test and one report on research done in class at 25% each) and a final exam worth 50%.
Terms: A student who completes fewer than 50% of the assignments in a paper will not meet terms and may not sit the final examination in that paper.
This paper is concerned with the development of human behaviour with an emphasis on social and cognitive development from infancy to old age. Theories of development are introduced in the context of topics such as the emergence of a concept of self, attachment, theory of mind, peer relations, prosocial and antisocial behaviour and autism. We will examine the implications of research in development for applied questions such as the effects of television, parenting and childcare on children.
About this paper
| Paper title | Developmental Psychology |
|---|---|
| Subject | Psychology |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- PSYC 210 and PSYC 211 and PSYC 212
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music, Science
- Notes
- (i) With departmental approval, a student who has achieved a grade of at least a B in each of PSYC 210 and 212 may take no more than one of PSYC 313-331 concurrently with PSYC 211. (ii) With departmental approval, a student who has achieved a grade of at least a B in PSYC 211 may take no more than one of PSYC 313-331 concurrently with PSYC 210 and 212.
- Eligibility
With departmental approval, a student who has achieved a grade of at least B in each of PSYC 210 and 212 may take no more than one of PSYC 313-328 concurrently with PSYC 211.
With departmental approval, a student who has achieved a grade of at least B in PSYC 211 may take no more than one of PSYC 313-328 concurrently with PSYC 210 and 212.
- Contact
Professor Ted Ruffman: ted.ruffman@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- View more information on the Department of Psychology's website
- Teaching staff
- Professor Ted Ruffman
- Paper Structure
The paper will cover:
- The emergence of the self-concept
- Attachment
- Theory of mind
- Peer relations
- Prosocial and antisocial behaviour
- Autism
- Applied developmental psychology
- Other life-span topics from conception to old age
- Teaching Arrangements
Three 1-hour lectures per week.
- Textbooks
Required Reading:
- Lally, M., & Valentine-French, S. (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective (2nd Edition). Available from PSYC 318 Aoroa.
Course materials will also be available through Aoroa.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Critical thinking, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Students who successfully complete the paper will develop knowledge of many aspects of development from conception through to old age, with particular emphasis on cognitive development and social understanding.
- Assessment details
The final mark consists of:
- Internal Assessments (50%)
- Mid-Semester Test (25%)
- Report on research done in class (25%)
- Final Exam (50%)
Terms: A student who achieves less than 50% of the assignments in this paper will not meet the terms and may not sit the final examination for the paper.