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    Overview

    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.

    About this paper

    Paper title Educational Psychology
    Subject Education
    EFTS 0.15
    Points 18 points
    Teaching period Semester 2 (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $981.75
    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

    education@otago.ac.nz

    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

    Timetable

    Semester 2

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Lecture

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Tuesday 11:00-11:50 29-35, 37-42

    Tutorial

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Monday 14:00-15:50 29-35, 37-42
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