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Course Description
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Course Name
Developmental Psychology
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Host University
Anglo-American University
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Location
Prague, Czech Republic
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Area of Study
Psychology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Description
This course aims at introducing students to the main topics in child development and to the main approaches to the study of developmental psychology. The course covers the main aspects of childhood cognitive development from birth to primary school, such as social and emotional development, linguistic development and the creation and storage of memories.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
– Understand the main steps in the development of a child;
– Master the main theories regarding child development;
– Analyze critically scientific literature attaining to child development;
– Hold an informed conversation on the topic of child development.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.