Sch of Bus Hosp Media Arts

Developmental Psychology

Course Code: PY299 Co-Requisites: N/A Pre-Requisites: N/A

Course Hours: 42.00

Course Description

This course is an overview of the human lifespan. The major areas of study include the physical, cognitive, social,
and personality domains of development. Students will complete assignments that demonstrate their understanding
of human development. In addition, students will identify factors that promote human development.

Course Delivery

The course content may be presented through a blend of instructional methods.

Learning Resources

Rathus, S., Rogerson, R., & Berk, L. (2021). HDEV (4th. Canadian ed.). Toronto, Canada: Cengage. ISBN:
9780176874254.

General Education Theme(s)

This is a General Education course that supports learning in the following theme(s):
Social and Cultural Understanding, Personal Understanding, Science and Technology

Essential Employability Skills

This course contributes to the achievement of the following Essential Employability Skills (EES):
EES 2 respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

EES 5 use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

EES 7 analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

EES 8 show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.

EES 11 take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

Indigenous Learning Outcomes

This course contributes to the achievement of the following Indigenous Learning Outcome (ILO):
ILO 2 analyze the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities.

ILO 4 compare Indigenous and Canadian perceptions of inclusion and diversity.

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Course Learning Outcomes and Knowledge and Skills

This course contributes to the achievement of the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLO):
1. explain how developmental concepts and perspectives can be applied to human development
1.1 describe key issues and concepts in developmental psychology
1.2 identify major developmental theories
1.3 summarize the salient aspects of each developmental theory

2. examine development throughout the prenatal/infancy period of life

2.1 trace the physical changes from conception through infancy
2.2 identify major health issues from conception through infancy
2.3 summarize sensory and perceptual development in infancy
2.4 summarize cognitive development in infancy
2.5 describe social development in infancy
2.6 identify the factors that contribute to personality development

3. determine factors that affect physical, cognitive, social, and personality development throughout childhood
3.1 trace the physical changes throughout childhood
3.2 identify major health issues throughout childhood
3.3 summarize cognitive changes throughout childhood
3.4 describe factors that affect development throughout childhood
3.5 identify the factors that contribute to personality development in childhood

4. determine factors that affect physical, cognitive, social, and personality development throughout adolescence
4.1 trace the physical changes during adolescence
4.2 identify major health issues during adolescence
4.3 summarize cognitive changes during adolescence
4.4 describe social changes during adolescence
4.5 identify the factors that contribute to personality development

5. determine factors that affect physical, cognitive, social, and personality development throughout adulthood
5.1 trace the physical changes during adulthood
5.2 identify major health issues during adulthood
5.3 summarize cognitive changes during adulthood
5.4 describe social changes during adulthood
5.5 identify the factors that contribute to personality development
5.6 summarize the definitions of death, the types of care available to the dying, the issues involved in the
process of dying, and the experience of grieving across the lifespan

Course Evaluation

Test 1 - 30%

Linked to Course Learning Outcomes: 1, 2, 3

Linked to Essential Employability Skills: 2, 5, 7, 11
Linked to Indigenous Learning Outcomes: 2, 4

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Test 2 - 30%

Linked to Course Learning Outcomes: 4, 5

Linked to Essential Employability Skills: 2, 5, 7, 11
Linked to Indigenous Learning Outcomes: 2, 4

Reflection Activities - 40%

Linked to Course Learning Outcomes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Linked to Essential Employability Skills: 2, 5, 7, 8, 11

Grade Scheme

A B C D F
80% - 100% 70% - 79.9% 60% - 69.9% 50% - 59.9% Less than 50%

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition

This course is available for challenge or assessment through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR).
Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information or look for PLAR on the College website at
http://www.confederationc.on.ca/plar

Evidence of learning achievement for PLAR candidates includes:

• Other: This course is available for challenge or assessment through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
(PLAR). Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information or look for PLAR on the College website at
http://www.confederationc.on.ca/plar/.

Course Related Information

Note: Students will be given an option to write a comprehensive test worth 30% of their final mark. The
Comprehensive Test is designed to replace one low test score, or a zero, in the case of a missed test. The
Comprehensive Test will not replace an assignment score.

Department Related Information

School of Business, Hospitality and Media Arts

College Related Information

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COLLEGE TEST AND ASSIGNMENT POLICY:
All assignments are due on the assigned date. Late assignments may be accepted, with academic penalty, at the
discretion of the individual faculty member. Assignment due dates, late penalties, and/or their acceptance are to be
communicated by the faculty at the beginning of the course.

Students are to write tests and quizzes on the dates assigned and within the timelines specified by the professor.

In granting extensions in cases of extenuating or extraordinary circumstances, the professor may request medical
certificates or appropriate documentation from the student, at the student's expense, to ensure the legitimacy of the
request. Any early departure at the semester’s end, early departure or late return at School Breaks, or other
scheduled vacation on the part of the student during the program’s academic semester may not be considered as an
extraordinary circumstance.

Note: Plagiarism is a serious academic offence. Please refer to the College policy on Academic Integrity for more
information.

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:

Students with permanent or temporary disabilities who require academic accommodations are encouraged to
register with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) located in the Student Success Centre (Room 153 in the Shuniah
Building). Documentation outlining the functional limitations of a disability is required; however, interim
accommodations may be provided to students who are being assessed or waiting on documentation. For more
information or to book an appointment, please contact (807) 475-6618 or email sas@confederationcollege.ca

Approval Details

Approved on: Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Approved by: Anne Renaud, Dean, School of
Business,Hospitality & Media
Arts
Prepared by: Sue Hoffman, Professor
Approved for: 2022-2023

Please note: this document should be saved for future reference, as it may be needed for certification, credit transfer
and employment purposes.

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