To examine, integrate, and apply theories of human development, learning, and assessment to the educational process.
Should well-being be taught in schools? Is self-control more important than self-esteem? Can digital technology transform learning? Is positive thinking overrated? Is there too much emphasis on measurement in assessment?
This paper is an introduction to the theoretical and research bases of educational psychology as it applies to classroom teaching. You will explore issues and concepts such as well-being, self-efficacy, constructivism, digital technology, motivation, talent development, and assessment.
| Paper title | Educational Psychology |
|---|---|
| Paper code | EDUC321 |
| Subject | Education |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $955.05 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- EDUC 102 and one 200-level EDUC or PSYC paper
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Notes
- May not be credited together with EDUC331 passed in 2005-2012.
- Eligibility
- A background in education, psychology, or sociology prepares you well for this paper. Please feel free to contact the instructor if you have any questions about your eligibility.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
Paper Co-ordinator: Dr Jane Carroll
- Paper Structure
Topics may include, but will not be limited to:
- Well-being
- Development of the Self
- Self-control
- Learning Theories
- Motivation
- Talent development
- Digital Technology
- Assessment
- Textbooks
Readings will be available through eReserve.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical
thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will:
- Relate developmental theories to educational issues
- Understand and relate psychological processes and socio-cultural factors to learning
- Understand how theories of intelligence apply to learners with special needs
- Apply principles of assessment to the development, use, and interpretation of formative and summative assessments
- Demonstrate how to communicate assessment information with parents, colleagues, administrators
