1. Introduction -Development & Learning Theory
   • Piaget’s Theory of Cognitive Development; Schemes; Assimilation and Accommodation; Equilibration; Piaget’s Stages of Development.
2. Behavioural Learning
   • The Evolution of Behavioural Theories of Learning; Thorndike’s Theory of the Law of Effect; Skinner’s Theory of Operant Conditioning; Principles of Behavioural Learning; Reinforcers; Positive and Negative Reinforcement; The Premack Principle
3. Information Processing
   • Information Processing Theory; A Model of Information Processing; Perception; Gestalt Psychology; Attention; Short-Term Memory; Long-Term Memory; Division of Long-Term Memory
4. Memory Retention & Loss
   • Remembering and Forgetting; Interference; Inhibition and Facilitation ; Primacy and Recency; Learning Strategies
5. Individual Needs
   • Effective Instruction;The QAIT Model; Quality of Instruction; Appropriate Levels of Instruction; Incentive;Time; Between-Class Ability Grouping; Within Class Ability Grouping; Effective Use of Ability Groups; Mastery Learning; Outcomes-Based Education; Individualised Instruction
6. Constructivist Learning
   • What is the Constructivist View; Top Down or Bottom Up Processing; Generative Learning; Discovery Learning; Reception Learning; Activating Prior Knowledge
7. Motivation
   • Intrinsic Motivation; Extrinsic Motivation; Factors Affecting Motivation
   • Motivational Theories (Behavioural Learning Theory; Human Needs Theory; Dissonance Theory; Cognitive Dissonance Theory; Personality Theory; Attribution Theory; Expectancy Theory); Improving Motivation (Nurturing Interest/Curiosity; Providing Incentive to Learn)

Each lesson culminates in an assignment which is submitted to the school, marked by the school's tutors and returned to you with any relevant suggestions, comments, and if necessary, extra reading.

Aims

• Discuss theories of development and learning.
• Explain behavioural theories of learning
• Describe how Information Processing Model Works
• Describe processes involved in memory loss and retention
• Describe different methods of effective instruction to cater for individual needs.
• Explain the relevance of constructivist learning in education
• Differentiate definitions of motivation and the application of motivation to learning

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What do our students think about the course?  

My tutor is very positive and encouraging. The entire staff of ACS has been incredibly helpful and kind.

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Who are the psychology tutors on the course?

Course written and tutored by international experts including -

• Jacinda Cole, B.Sc., M. Psych. - psychologist, author, educator, experienced working with children in hospitals
• Jade Sciacia, B. Sc.(Hons) -former playleader and teacher, author and educator for over 2 decades
• Tracey Jones M.Soc.Sc, B.Sc (Hons) PG Dip. DipSW - psychologist, author, educator, experienced in working with adults and children with learning disabilities for over 3 decades

Why Study Educational Psychology?

Educational psychology is relevant to teachers and anyone who has an interest in education. Educational psychology gives us an understanding into human development and learning. It helps us to understand how people learn, strategies to enhance learning and recognising issues in a child’s learning.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

This course is a must for anyone working in, or interested in working in, education! Teachers, training officers, welfare workers, counsellors, parents, recreation officers, supervisors and managers will all benefit from increasing their knowledge of educational psychology.

What Will You Learn In This Course?

During the course, you will learn about–

• How language and memory are involved in learning.
• How to motivate students of all ages.
• The psychological theories and principles involved in learning.
• The ways in which students learn.
• Making learning more effective.
• Development and learning theory.
• Information processing
• Memory
• Individual needs
• Motivation
• Constructivist learning

And much more.

What Next?

Learn more about the theories of educational psychology and how they can be practically used in the educational environment.

Help children to improve their learning experience.

Learn to motivate students and encourage them to want to learn.

Use the theories and principles of psychology to improve your work with students.

Increase your own job and career prospects in the process.

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