Human Development (Classroom, Synchronous and Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
This course examines the major dimensions of typical and atypical physical, cognitive, moral, emotional and social developments in relation to patterns of growth, stability and change throughout the lifespan. It also examines the impact of biological, psychological, and social challenges on human development. An ecological perspective will be utilised to understand the individual, family, community and society issues related to these challenges. Learners will be introduced to various developmental learning theories and disabilities will be examined using a life course approach to provide an alternative framework for understanding disability. Learners will be encouraged to link theoretical perspectives and empirical studies with their roles as educators to help them develop the necessary understanding and skills to assist others in navigating life’s present and future challenges. This course is targeted at practitioners in special and inclusive education and staff supporting persons with disabilities in the community and employment settings.
What You'll Learn
1. Describe the key ideas and concepts in various human development and learning theories.
2. Explain sociological definitions of disability through a disability studies perspective.
3. Describe the impact of biological, psychological, social, and environmental challenges on human development.
4. Critically analyse explanations for developmental issues and the effects of individual, family, community, and social responses.
5. Assess the way in which impairments at earlier developmental stages impact development at later developmental stages.