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Archived Version 2019 - 2020

Module Title
Module Code
School
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NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The module extends the study of developmental psychology into adult development. The module aims to provide the student with an understanding of developmental psychology across the lifespan, with specific emphasis on physical, cognitive, social, emotional, sexual and relational contexts of adult development. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the theories, themes and concepts in developmental psychology and appreciate that development continues throughout the lifespan. In addition, students will learn about current issues involved in lifespan developmental research, together with specific empirical studies that address contemporary developmental research questions. Students will also examine quantitative and qualitative research approaches pertinent to the study of development across the lifespan and explore, in particular, longitudinal, life course and life history methodologies as applied in current contexts.

Learning Outcomes

1. Understand the major theories, themes and concepts of developmental psychology specifically applied to adulthood
2. Outline the range of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, sexual and relational developmental outcomes evidenced by current research in the field.
3. Appreciate the complexity of social and environmental factors and contemporary contexts pertaining to developmental psychology and their potential impact on individual developmental outcomes across the lifespan.
4. Review the range of research approaches most relevant to the study of development across the lifespan.
5. Critically evaluate particular research methodologies employed in applied developmental psychology inter alia longitudinal, life course and life history methodologies.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	24	No Description
Tutorial	4	No Description
Directed learning	20	No Description
Independent Study	77	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Introduction:
Introduction to module and in-class discussion on cross cutting, contemporary themes in lifespan development.

Primer on Lifespan Development: Childhood to Adulthood
Introductory primer on lifespan development; including child and adolescent development.

Theorising Lifespan Development
Theoretical approaches to and contemporary conceptualisations of lifespan development.

Transitions Across the Lifespan
Transitions Across the Lifespan: Transition to Adulthood: Case Study-Emerging Adulthood

Personal Relationships
Relationships Across the Lifespan

Cognitive Development
Cognitive Development and Functioning

Social Contexts Of Development
Sexuality Across the Lifespan; ,Impact of Social Changes: Case Study Identity Development and Social Media

Psychological Health and Well-being Across the Lifespan
Psychological Adaption and Mental Health; Resilience and Risk Across the Lifespan

Aging
Physical, Social and Psychological Changes; Positive Aging Perspectives; Case Study - Research Shaping Policy

Reflection and Review of Module

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	%	Examination Weight	%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

Kuther, T.L.: 2018, Lifespan Development in Context: A Topical Approach., Sage, London,
Santrock, J.: 2018, Essentials of Lifespan Development, 5th, McGraw Hill, New York,
Santrock, J.: 2015, Lifespan Development, 15th Edition, McGraw Hill, New York,
Moody, H. & Sasser, J.: 2012, Aging: Concepts and Controversies, 7th, Sage,
Cavanaugh, J & Blanchard-Fields, S.: 2011, Adult Development and Aging, 6th, Cengage Learning,
Bjorklund, B: 2011, The Journey of Adulthood, 7th, Pearson,
Bee, H. & Boyd, D.: 2009, Lifespan Development, 5th Edition, Allyn & Bacon, Boston,
Lemme, B.: 2005, Development in Adulthood, 4th, Allyn & Bacon, Boston,
Erikson, E.H.: 1994, Identity and the Life Cycle, Norton & Co.,

Other Resources

35409, Journal, Journal of Adult Development, 0, Journal, 35410, Journal, Developmental Psychology, 0, Journal, 35411, Journal, Developmental Review, 0, Journal, 35412, Journal, British Journal of Developmental Psychology, 0, Journal, 35413, Journal, Human Development, 0, Journal, 35414, Journal, Psychology and Aging, 0, Journal, 35415, Journal, Journal of Gerontology, 0, Journal, 35416, Journal, International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 0, Journal, 35417, Website, apadiv20.phhp.ufl.edu/, 0, Website, 35418, Website, tilda.ie, 0, Website,

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