Study how and why people learn, and how to apply that learning to bring about changes in people of all ages. This course will benefit a wide range of people, from parents (understanding of how their children develop) to teachers/trainers and welfare workers or leisure professionals (eg. youth leaders).

Gain and indepth understanding of the psychological underpinnings of educational psychology and pedagogy.

Course 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.