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Education: The Psychological Context - EDUC105

This unit is intended as an introduction to the field of educational psychology. The field of inquiry combines major theories from the disciplines of Psychology and Education, and applies these to the context of teaching and learning. The central focus is on human development. Development and learning are influenced by a large range of factors, such as the cognitive, personal, social (including language), emotional, and physical developments. In addition, social and cultural influences and the education setting play a role in learning.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day

S1 External - Session 1, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory)

S2 External - Session 2, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory)

Staff Contact(s): Dr Wayne Leahy
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NCCW(s): EDUC107
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Assessed As: Graded
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Department of Educational Studies

Faculty of Human Sciences

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