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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Behaviour, Development and Interpersonal Processes
Reference SS4083 Version 1
Created February 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved March 2023 SCQF Points 15
Amended September 2017 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide a critical conceptual understanding of theories of human development and behaviour in a multi-cultural context. To apply developmental theories to self and practice contexts.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Provide a comparative and critical account of theories which attempt to explain human development and behaviour.
2 Evaluate situationally appropriate theories to inform practice in a range of given situations.
3 Analyse the cultural limitations and assumptions about the nature of childhood, adolescence and adulthood.

Indicative Module Content
The life cycle, attachment, growth and development. Schemata and stages in cognitive development. Operant, classical and other forms of conditioning. Social Learning Theory, models of family functioning and social psychology including social attribution. Cultural variables governing the above. The content also reflects the knowledge, skills and professional confidence and competence requirements around engagement with public protection.

Module Delivery
The module is delivered in taught mode, by lectures, interactive group activities, case studies and directed study.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 64 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 86 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3
Description: Essay

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
This modue has one assessed component with a 100% weighting. All learning outcomes are assessed by an essay.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None, in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Gibson, N. Human Growth, Behaviour and Development. 2015. Sage. London.
2 Boyd, D., & Bee, H., 2019. Lifespan Development, 8th ed. Boston: Pearson
3 Crain, W., 2017. Theories of Development, 6th ed. London. Routeledge
4 Erikson, E., 1998. Identity and the Life Cycle. New York: Warton
5 Hewstone, M., Stroebe, W., & Jonas, K., 2015. Introduction to Social Psychology, 5th Ed. Blackwell Publications
6 Hogg, M.A. & Vaughan, G.M., 2017. Social Psychology, 6th Ed. Pearson Education
7 Howe, D., 2011. Attachment Across the Lifecourse - A Brief Introduction. Palgrave Macmillan. Basingstoke


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