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ISMAT 336

Psychology of Development

Psychology (ISMAT)
  • ApresentaçãoPresentation
    The Development Psychology curricular unit aims to provide general training, in the field of scientific knowledge in Development Psychology, in an interdisciplinary perspective, deepening knowledge about the different aspects related to human development. Promote a solid scientific (theoretical, technical and methodological) training in the field of Developmental Psychology.
  • ProgramaProgramme
    S1. Introductory concepts and development contexts. S2. Theoretical perspectives and basic questions about development. S3. Development in childhood: Physical development and motor skills. Cognitive Development. Socio-emotional development. S4. Development in Adolescence: Physical changes associated with puberty. Cognitive and socio-cognitive development Development of Self and Identity. S5. Development in adulthood: Theoretical perspectives on development in adulthood. Young adult and adult developmental tasks. S6. Aging process.
  • ObjectivosObjectives
    It is intended that students acquire knowledge and skills related to: LG1. Understanding the key concepts of Developmental Psychology; LG2. Identification and differentiation of the theoretical perspectives of human development; LG3. Recognition of the main changes in terms of biological, cognitive, emotional and social development throughout the life cycle.
  • BibliografiaBibliography
    Laursen, B., & Card, N. A: (2012). Handbook of developmental research methods. London: Guilford. Papalaia, D. Olds, S. & Feldman, R. (2007). Human Development . McGraw-Hill International Edition. Papalia, D. E. & Martorell, G. (2021). Experience Human Development (14th edition). New York: McGraw-Hill Education. Tavares, J., Pereira, A., Gomes, A., Monteiro, S. & Gomes, A. (2011). Manual de Psicologia do Desenvolvimento e Aprendizagem . Porto Editora.
  • MetodologiaMethodology
    TM 1: Theoretical classes using the expository method to approach and discuss the program contents; TM 2: Theoretical-practical classes using practical exercises to solve and discuss problems/cases and document analysis; TM 3: Practical classes with carrying out research in databases, viewing videos/documentaries, reflective debate and carrying out/presenting practical activities/group work.
  • LínguaLanguage
    Português
  • TipoType
    Semestral
  • ECTS
    6
  • NaturezaNature
    Mandatory
  • EstágioInternship
    Não