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PSYCHOL 2005 - Foundations Health & Lifespan Development

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2024

This course builds on the components of mental health and developmental psychology introduced in Psychology IA and IB. The course work covers two broad thematic areas. The first aims to build a solid foundation in understanding of development across the lifespan by considering select topics in development during childhood, adulthood and old age. The second provides an introduction to evidence-based psychological assessment, treatment and prevention for mental health behaviours as well as coverage of select topics in biological bases of health and behaviour. The course draws on the biopsychosocial (mind - body) perspective that recognises that health and other behaviours are determined by the interaction of biological mechanisms, psychological processes and social influences.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code PSYCHOL 2005
    Course Foundations Health & Lifespan Development
    Coordinating Unit Psychology
    Term Semester 2
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 3 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y
    Prerequisites (PSYCHOL 1000 and PSYCHOL 1001 and PSYCHOL 1004) or (PSYCHOL 1000 and PSYCHOL 1001 and PSYCHOL 1005) or (PSYCHOL 1100)
    Assessment Online exercises, written assignments, tutorial participation, exam
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Nicole Nelson

    Course Coordinator: Dr Nicole Nelson [nicole.nelson@adelaide.edu.au)


    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    At the successful completion of this course students will be able to:
    1.  Review and evaluate research in select topic areas from the developmental, mental health and  health psychology fields.
    2. Interpret data from a developmental, mental health or health psychology research journal articles.
    3. Prepare a standard research report using American Psychological Association (APA) structure and formatting conventions.
    4. Demonstrate an understanding of the applications of psychology to lifespan development and to promoting whole-person health and well-being.
    5. Demonstrate an understanding of the biopsychosocial (mind - body) perspective that recognises that health and other behaviours are determined by the interaction of biological mechanisms, psychological processes and social influences.
    最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)

    Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth

    Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.

    1,2,5

    Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving

    Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.

    2,3,4

    Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills

    Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.

    2,4, 5

    Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness

    Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.

    2,3,4, 5

    Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency

    Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.

    1, 2, 5

    Attribute 6: 最新糖心Vlogn Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency

    Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, 最新糖心Vlogn Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.

    1,5

    Attribute 7: Digital capabilities

    Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.

    3,4

    Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

    Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.

    4,5
  • Learning Resources
    Recommended Resources


    Online Learning
    Powerpoint slides of lecture material, details of assignments. Discussion board on Myuni is used extensively. Link to MyUni;


    This course may also use MyUni for one or more of the following:
    •    Communication with students via Announcements and Discussion Board
    •    Submission of summative assessment
    •    Access to lecture recordings- Access to tutorial materials- Additional readings
    •    Self-directed learning activities
    •    Exam preparation materials


  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    This course is taught via a series of lectures and tutorials.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    Lectures: One two hour lecture each week for 12 weeks = 24 hours
    Tutorials: 6 tutes x 1 hour each = 6 hours
    Final Exam = 2 hours
    Course Reading; self directed learning, exam preparation; assignment preparation =  124 hours

    Total: 156 hours
    Learning Activities Summary
    Learning activities are provided at the outset of the course.
  • Assessment

    The 最新糖心Vlog's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assessment for Foundations of Health and Lifespan Developmental Psychology consists of the following:


    Assessment Task Weighting % Learning outcome(s) addressed
    Tutorial Participation 10% 1, 2, 4, 5
    Discussion Board Posts 10% 1, 2, 4, 5
    Course Quizzes 20% 1, 2, 4, 5
    Research Essay 30% 1, 2, 3, 4
    In-person Final Exam 30% 1, 2, 4, 5
    Assessment Related Requirements
    Please note that the major practical report will require you to read and understand data analyses in published journal articles. Students who have not completed PSYCHOL 2004 Doing Research in Psychology will need to take steps to ensure they have competency in this area.
    Assessment Detail
    Details on submission process/requirements, penalties for late submission, the process of applying for extensions, and policy relating to re-submission/redemptive work are discussed in the Introductory lecture in week 1.

    Assessment for Foundations Health and Lifespan Developmental consists of the following:

    Quizzes which allow the student to demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical underpinnings and methodological issues that inform contemporary research and practice.

    A major research report/proposal that allows the student to demonstrate psychology writing skills, in accordance with APA formatting. 

    An exam to assess students’ ability to apply key principles taught in HLDP.
    Submission

    No information currently available.

    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through .

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    SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the 最新糖心Vlog to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

    The School of Psychology and the members of academic staff are committed to listening to and understanding the perspectives of students in relation to our teaching programs. Feedback to the School teaching staff can be given via the Student-Staff Consultative committee. Year level representatives for this committee are nominated at the beginning of each year and the contact details of the representatives can be obtain from the School of Psychology office: psychologyoffice@adelaide.edu.au
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