Theoretical and methodological fundamental knowledge on contemporary developmental psychology, with particular reference to processes and mechanisms of cognitive, linguistic, emotional, social and moral development together with some elements of developmental
psychopathology.
Course Content - Last names L-Z
Theoretical and methodological fundamental of contemporary developmental psychology, particularly of processes regulating cognitive, linguistic, emotional and social development. Moral development will be examined.
For students attending as well as for those not attending the lessons : L. Barone (a cura di) (2019) Manuale di psicologia dello sviluppo, Carocci, Roma.
Learning Objectives - Last names A-K
Knowledge and understanding.
The course aims to provide a fundamental knowledge on: a) the theoretical and methodological aspects of contemporary research in developmental psychology; b) the processes and mechanisms that regulate psychological development in cognitive, linguistic, emotional and social competence across the life span, with particular reference to risk and protective factors in typical or atypical development.
Applying knowledge and understanding.
The course will provide students the basic, theoretical and methodological, skills necessary to detect the main stages of psychological development over the life span.
Making judgments.
Particular emphasis will be paid to develop a critical attitude, and to teach students how to express their opinions and sustain their point of view in front of the group or of the class.
Communication skills.
The course will provide to the students the knowledge necessary to use a correct and apppropriate vocabulary.
Capacity to develop a life long learning attitude for personal and professional development.
Learning Objectives - Last names L-Z
Knowledge and understanding.
The course aims to provide fundamental knowledge about: a) the theoretical and
methodological aspects of contemporary research in developmental psychology; b)
the processes and mechanisms regulating psychological development of
cognitive, linguistic, emotional and social competence.
Applying knowledge and understanding.
The course will provide students with skills aimed at interpreting psychological issues of everyday life.
Making judgement
It will be favoured the ability to stress, presenting different topics, the issues which are the most debated in developmental psychological research as to develop by the students a critical look, which can in the future enhance a periodical revision of the acquired contents of developmental psychology for personal and professional aims.
Communication skills
The course will offer to the students the knowledge needed in order to learn a correct vocabulary, used in developmental psychology and an efficient way to communicate and discuss the studied concepts.
Lifelong learning skills
The historical framework of the phenomena studied by developmental psychology will be requested in order to facilitate the ability to rexamine one's knowing during lifelong learning.
Prerequisites - Last names A-K
Basic knowledge and good command of italian writing skills
Prerequisites - Last names L-Z
General culture and ability of correct Italian writing.
Teaching Methods - Last names A-K
Knowledge and understanding.
- Lectures.
Applying knowledge and understanding.
- Exercises in the class on observational activities, video and case study to identify the main stages of psychological development across childhood and adolescence.
Making judgments.
- Seminars and group discussion of specific topics that are part of examination program.
Communication skills.
- Use of a correct vocabulary, pertinent to specific topics.
Learning skills.
▶ Small tasks developed in autonomy.
Teaching Methods - Last names L-Z
Oral lessons.
The teacher will ask some questions, pertaining the former lesson to which the students will be requested to answer, 4 hours.
Applying knowledge and understanding.
Short individual anonymous homework will be requested,: it will be voluntary and not evaluated with a grade by the teacher, 4 hours.
Communication skills
The use a correct vocabulary, specific for different subjects will be stressed during the lessons.
Lifelong learning skills
The historical and cultural framework of developmental psychology research will be stressed.
Type of Assessment - Last names A-K
Knowledge and understanding
-Written test with multiple choices questions and open questions.
Applying knowledge and understanding.
-Test of the ability to recognize the major phases of development, starting from observations and clinical materials.
Making judgments.
- Deepening specific topics that are part of the examination program.
Communication skills.
- Use of a correct and appropriate vocabulary.
The final evaluation consists of 18 multiple choice and 4 open questions. Oral exam is elective for students who want to improve their grades.
Type of Assessment - Last names L-Z
Written proof with 6 open ended questions and voluntary oral examination for students who got a sufficient evaluation in the written proof. The oral examination can enhance the evaluation of the written proof and let students deepen the subjects of the written proof.
Course program - Last names A-K
1. The nature of development in the life-span and the scientific study of development
2. Biological processes, physical development and perceptual development
3. Emotional Development and attachment
4. Language, cognitive development and learning
5. Development of self, identity, and moral development
6. Social contexts of development: the family, peers, school, culture.
7. Developmetal psychopathology and life-span development
Course program - Last names L-Z
Theoretical and methodological fundamental of contemporary developmental psychology, particularly of processes regulating cognitive, linguistic, emotional and social development. Moral development will be examined.