PY 1003 - Introduction to Psychology for Teaching and Learning

Institution:

Unity College

Subject:

Description:

This course integrates psychological principles with strategies for effective instruction. The knowledge base permeating good teaching will be explored by focusing on the childhood and adolescent development as espoused in the theories of Piaget, Erickson and Kohlberg; behavior, cognitive and social learning theories; children with exceptional abilities and intelligence testing. Students will learn to apply the principles of psychology to their learning and future teaching through readings and discussions. Credits: 3 Offered Semester I Prerequisite: None

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.unity.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 948-9100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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.