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APC6107 - OBSERVATIONAL METHOD 2 - CHILDHOOD |
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Higher Education
Faculty of Arts, Education and Human Development
School of Psychology
CampusSt. Albans
Prerequisite Satisfactory completion of Observational Method 1 : Infancy
Content This subject will present theoretical frameworks for understanding the phases of childhood. The role of family processes in child development and the influence of peer relationships on that development will be examined. There will also be consideration of how educational, community and clultural milieus facilitate development in childhood. Students will undertake observations of normal adolescents at critical stages of development in natural, non-clinical settings.
Required Reading Reading Pack Observational Method - Childhood Readings
Recommended Reading: To be advised
Class Contact One hour seminar per week for one semester; 5 naturalistic observations of children
Assessment Log Book of observations and commentaries - Ungraded Pass or Fail
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Page Last Updated : 21/09/2006
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