PSY 201 - Educational Psychology

Institution:

Widener University-Main Campus

Subject:

Description:

This course is an introduction to the application of psychological theories and principles to educational settings. Topics include basic concepts in measurement and assessment, theories of learning and motivation, developmental characteristics of learners, individual differences, classroom management and teacher behavior, and diversity in the schools. Taken during the freshman or sophomore year, this course is a prerequisite for other education courses. All teacher candidates must participate in field experiences outside of regularly scheduled classes. This is a service learning course. Prerequisite: PSY 105. An additional corequisite or prerequisite for education students: ED 101. 3 semester hours

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 499-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.