PELC-6053 Educational Psychology

A study of student development, including differences based on domains. Domains of development are examined to understand how they can/should/do influence instruction and to understand ways students learn at various points in their development. These domains include physical, cognitive, personality and emotional, and moral and spiritual development. Emphasis is given to culture and to reference groups of "different" to consider responsive, inclusive instruction. Major learning theories and implications for instruction are introduced. This course emphasizes applying development knowledge and integrating research-based instruction on motivation, social interaction, active engagement in learning, and assessment of learning.