Courses
These course descriptions will help you understand what topics are covered in various courses in the EPSY program.
EPSY 6/75520 – CHILD & ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT
This course examines human development and learning from the prenatal period through adolescence. Child and adolescent development is examined across a variety of domains (e.g., neurological, perceptual, cognitive, emotional, social, and emotional). The course materials are drawn heavily from peer-reviewed scholarly articles. Translating basic research to applied settings, particularly educational settings, is emphasized in the course.
EPSY 6/75521 – ADULT DEVELOPMENT
An examination of human development focusing on early through late adulthood. This course investigates human development and learning across a variety of domains (e.g., perceptual, cognitive, social, emotional) within different contexts (e.g., families, cultures). The course emphasizes recent research findings that carry implications for educators and related professionals in various settings.
EPSY 6/75523 – LIFE SPAN DEVELOPMENT
An investigation of human development across lifespan from conception to death. This course emphasizes pluralistic determinants of individual growth within changing environmental contexts. Applications of basic research to educational and human service practices are emphasized.
EPSY 6/75524 – LEARNING THEORIES
Theories of learning with special emphasis on application to professional practice. A critical examination of the processes associated with learning.
EPSY 6/75529 – EDUCATIONAL MOTIVATION
Explores various theories of motivation and how they apply to today’s students. Techniques for enhancing student motivation levels are reviewed.
EPSY 6/78901 – PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
Overview of human development and its implications for educational policy, programming, and practice.
EPSY 6/78905 – EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
This course examines the major findings in the field of Educational Psychology, including a review of the major theories and recent empirical research. The course emphasizes an examination of major research findings, their application to instructional practice, evaluation of instructional effectiveness, and implications for professional development.
EPSY 87450 – PSYCHOLOGICAL PRINCIPLES OF EDUCATION
Explores the cognitive processes involved in the acquisition, storage, retrieval and application of knowledge. Students are required to develop a research project, which utilizes technology to test psychological theories about learning and instruction.