Developmental Psychology
Course Code (in greek): ΨΧ9040
ECTS Units: 6
Semester: 1, 2
Professor: Adjunct Professor
Course description
The course is an introduction to Developmental Psychology. In particular, the course presents the basic principles and the main theories of human development, as well as research methods in Developmental Psychology. Sensory-motor, cognitive and social aspects of human development from birth to adolescence are also described. The course aims at enabling students to understand the multidimensional nature of human development, as well the complex web of intervening factors.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students are expected to:
- know basic concepts and debates in Developmental Psychology
- be able to critically evaluate theories of human development
- have an undersanding of the basic developmental changes in cognitive, social and emotional domain from birth through adolescence.
- be able to connect theory with practice through examples from everyday life
- have become familiar with research methods applied in Developmental Psychology
- be able to recognize and evaluate empirical studies in Developmental Psychology
Assessment
Written exams at the end of the semester. During semester, students can undertake up to five voluntary exercises. Their successful completion is added up to their final grade (if they pass on final exams).
Teaching methods
Lectures – Exercises – Group work – Discussion.
