PSYCHOL 6509OL - Learning and Behaviour

Online - Online Teaching 2 - 2022

How do we learn from the environment around us? In this course you will be introduced to a variety of learning theories including, classical and operant conditioning, cognitive learning theories, and constructivism. You will learn the major principals underpinning the theories and evidence supporting them. A major focus of the course will be applying the conceptual knowledge you have gained to a variety of modern contexts.

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Course Details

Course Code	PSYCHOL 6509OL
Course	Learning and Behaviour
Coordinating Unit	Psychology
Term	Online Teaching 2
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	Online
Units	3
Contact	1 to 2 hour online tutorial
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	PSYCHOL 6500OL and PSYCHOL 6501OL
Restrictions	Graduate Diploma in Psychology or Graduate Certificate in Psychology
Assessment	Online Assessments and Written Assignments

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Nylanda Ma

For all enquiries about this course please contact Matt Kaesler: matthew.kaesler@adelaide.edu.au

Course Timetable

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

Full details of each week's activities can be found in MyUni.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Critically analyse major theories and debates within classic and modern learning theories.脗聽
2. Synthesise key principals of a variety of approaches to learning.
3. Apply principles of learning theory to humans and animal behaviour.
4. Communicate applications of learning theories to a variety of audiences.
5. Formulate research designs based on learning theories.

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.	1,2,3,4,5
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.	1,2,3,4,5
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.	3,4,5
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.	1,2,3,4,5
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.	1,3,4,5
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.	N/A
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.	1,2,3

Learning Resources

Required Resources

This is a fully online offering. Students will require access to the internet to access course content, readings, assessments, and to engage in tutorials (via zoom). All required readings, including the online text-books, will be provided within course modules (relevant textbook chapters will be indicated in the course). If you wish to also purchase hard copies of the textbooks, please find the details below, in ‘Recommended Resources’.

Recommended Resources

Mazur, J., E. (2016). Learning and Behaviour. United Kingdom: Routledge
Passer, M. W., & Smith, R. E. (2018). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour. Third ed. 最新糖心Vlog: McGraw-Hill.

Online Learning

This is a fully online offering. MyUni will be used for all course materials, communication, links to curated resources, online tutorial support and assignments including submissions, feedback and grades.

Learning & Teaching Modes

This is a fully online offering. Engagement with course content is facilitated by online lectures, interactive online activities, curated readings and resources, and self directed study supported by weekly online tutorial sessions. There are 6 Weekly Modules with learning scaffolded across the modules to ensure that students develop deep discipline knowledge as well as the academic literacy, research skills and capacity to apply and communicate their understanding as specified for an AQF8 level offering.

Workload

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

This course is a 6-week intensive, accelerated learning offering. Students should expect to spend around 24 per week engaging with the online content, in private study and completing the assignments for this course.

Learning Activities Summary

Weekly Module topics cover:

1. An introduction to learning and learning theories:

Adapting to the environment
Habituation
What is learning?
The adaptable brain
Interdisciplinary work

2. Classical conditioning: principles, constraints and applications:

Pavlov’s dogs
Principles of classical conditioning
Stimulus generalisation and discrimination
Higher-order conditioning
Biological constraints on learning
Applications: fear and anxiety

3. Operant conditioning: principles; schedules of reinforcement & creating complex behaviours:

Thorndike and Skinner
Principles of operant conditioning
Types and schedules of reinforcement
Which has better behavioural outcomes: reinforcement or punishment?
Creating complex behaviours
Avoidance learning

4. Applications of classical and operant conditioning:

Therapies
Health Contexts
Animal training
Business and marketing

5. Social cognitive learning: principles and applications:

Tolman
Language
Bandura
Social learning and criminal behaviour
Using social learning for good

6. Cognitive learning theories:

Expectations and self-fulfilling prophecies
Superstitious beliefs and illusion of control
Information processing theories
Constructivism

Specific Course Requirements

Nil

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

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Assessment Type	Due	Weighting	Course learning outcomes assessed
Check your understanding quizzes/activities	贵辞谤尘补迟颈惫别脗听	Open submission	0	1,2,3
Assessment 1: (3 parts - 10%脗聽each) 1 short answer and 2 multiple choice quizzes	Summative	Sundays 11:59pm, Weeks 2, 3 and 5	30	1,2,3
Assessment 2: Behaviour management plan (group task)	Summative	Sunday 11:59pm, Week 4	30	1,2,3,4
Assessment 3脗聽 Research proposal	Summative	Sunday 11:59pm, Week 6	40	1,2,3,4,5

Assessment Related Requirements

N/A

Assessment Detail

Assessment 1: 1 Short-answer and 2 MCQ (30% due end of weeks 2, 3 and 5)

Assessment 2: Applying The Principles of Operant Conditioning (30% Due end of week 4)
Groups prepare a classroom behaviour management plan for primary school-aged children

Assessment 3: Research Proposal on the Application of a Selected Learning Theory (40% Due end of week 6)
Prepare a research proposal for an academic audience based on a specific learning theory.

Submission

E-Submission, feedback and grades via myuni.

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

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