Program Overview

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Module Overview

This module builds on empirical research and the theories in Developmental 1 as well as introducing new theories and empirical research. It also enables students to demonstrate their prior knowledge of Jamovi and statistical techniques gained in first- and second-year statistics as well as skills gained in report writing in Bio 2. In this module, students will critically evaluate empirical research and theoretical knowledge. One way students will engage in critical evaluation is to examine whether previous work is cross-culturally valid.

Students will develop their written and numerical communication skills by performing data analysis, writing up a research report, and evaluating a topic in-depth for the exam.

Module Provider

The module provider is Psychology.

Module Leader

The module leader is WONG Yetta (Psychology).

Number of Credits

The number of credits for this module is 15.

ECTS Credits

The ECTS credits for this module are 7.5.

Framework

The framework for this module is FHEQ Level 5.

Module Cap

The module cap (maximum number of students) is N/A.

Overall Student Workload

• Independent Learning Hours: 98
• Lecture Hours: 22
• Seminar Hours: 8
• Guided Learning: 11
• Captured Content: 11

Module Availability

This module is available in Semester 2.

Prerequisites / Co-requisites

There are no prerequisites or co-requisites for this module.

Module Content

Indicative content includes:

• Attachment theory
• Socio-cultural theories
• Neurodevelopmental disorders

The small-scale research study will introduce students to quantitative research methods and the design, execution, and analysis of a study. This will include multiple opportunities to develop digital literacy, including the evaluation of previous theory, development of research tools using knowledge learnt throughout the module, and gaining experience of transferable skills. The exam will provide students with opportunities to demonstrate in-depth critical evaluation of developmental theories and evidence.

Assessment Pattern

• Assessment type: Coursework
  • Unit of assessment: RESEARCH REPORT
  • Weighting: 60
• Assessment type: Examination Online
  • Unit of assessment: EXAM WITHIN A 2 HOUR WINDOW
  • Weighting: 40

Alternative Assessment

N/A

Assessment Strategy

The assessment strategy is designed to provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate:

1. Core knowledge in developmental psychology
2. An ability to critically evaluate the appropriateness of different methodological approaches and theoretical approaches to developmental psychological problems
3. Appreciation of the stages of the developmental psychological research process
4. An ability to evaluate development in its socio-cultural context, which will help students develop global and cultural capabilities
5. Statistical knowledge, which will increase digital capabilities
6. A schema for how to write up research in an APA-style report

The summative assessment for this module consists of:

• One research methods report
• One online examination (within a 2-hour window)

Formative assessment will be provided throughout the module, including verbal feedback in question and answer sessions linked to the lectures, as well as dialogue between students and staff in lectures and tutorials. Students will also receive generic written feedback on examinations.

Module Aims

• Provide an in-depth coverage of children's development
• Explore the theories, methods, and applications of developmental psychology in relation to a variety of topics
• Develop research ability through guided practical work in carrying out, analyzing, and writing up a small-scale developmental study, and setting this in an appropriate theoretical and empirical context
• Increase understanding of how development occurs in a socio-cultural context
• Provide students with opportunities to be critical and effective communicators, through written assessment

Learning Outcomes

	Attributes Developed
001	Be able to describe and explain how and why children develop, including the effects of individual differences and cultural contexts	KC
002	Be able to articulate and critically evaluate the theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence used to characterize change across childhood and adolescence	K
003	Have a sound knowledge of the principles of research methods developmental psychologists use to study change and their application	KC
004	Have the ability to analyze a small-scale developmental study and write this up in a research report	KCPT

Attributes Developed:

• C: Cognitive/analytical
• K: Subject knowledge
• T: Transferable skills
• P: Professional/Practical skills

Methods of Teaching / Learning

The learning and teaching strategy is designed to ensure the module aims are met and students perform optimally in respect to the learning outcomes. During the lectures, students are provided with core knowledge, which will then be critically evaluated in the lectures and seminars through exploring individual differences, operational definitions, and cultural perspectives.

The learning and teaching methods include:

• Tutorials based on active learning by engaging with readings before the seminars and completing questions relating to the readings during the seminars and peer interaction

Reading List

Upon accessing the reading list, please search for the module using the module code: PSY2015

Other Information

• Global and Cultural Capabilities: Students will read research from scholars from the global south, and learning outcomes focused on diversity and equality.
• Digital Capabilities: Students are provided with multiple opportunities to develop their digital literacy, including searching for articles and using open-source statistical software, Jamovi.
• Employability: The learning aims and assessments are designed to develop students' employability skills, including incorporating formative feedback, managing a project deadline, and writing a report.

Programmes this Module Appears In

• Programme: Psychology BSc (Hons)
• Semester: 2
• Classification: Core
• Qualifying conditions: Each unit of assessment must be passed at 40% to pass the module