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Archived Version 2023 - 2024
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Description The aim of this module is to provide an advanced and in-depth coverage of key issues, methods and approaches in Psychology. Beginning the semester with an overview of fundamental and philosophical assumptions underpinning contemporary psychology, each lecture thereafter will deal with a particular area of Psychology. Empirical research and theoretical frameworks will be presented as part of a critical review of each area of interest; and each lecture will close with a critical appraisal of current psychological thinking on the issue. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Describe and outline the theoretical issue(s) for chosen topics 2. Identify and summarise confirming and disconfirming empirical evidence of key arguments for chosen topics 3. Critically evaluate empirical confirming and disconfirming evidence of key arguments for chosen topics | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 |
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Learning Activities Theoretical issues and approaches in psychology: Historical development and current thinkingMethods of theoretical psychologyIndicative topics of enquiry (subject to change):The nature of science and scientific investigation; Contemporary perspectives on individual differences; Key perspectives on lifespan development; Biological basis of cognition and behaviour; Social determinants of behaviour; Applied behaviour analysis, psychology and ethics | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 55246, Website, Psychogenie, 2018, Theoretical perspectives in psychology, https://psychologenie.com/theoretical-perspectives-of-psychology, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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