This course explores the field of developmental psychology beginning with the prenatal and continuing through early childhood period. The basic principles of human development, the research methods, the fundamental theories and major findings from contemporary research are presented throughout the course. The presentation of the specific subjects follows a thematic approach, i.e. several different aspects of development including physical, cognitive, social and emotional development are discussed.
Indicative sections of the course:
- Child and his psychological study (the meaning of childhood – historical review of study of the child – objectives and aspects of child psychology).
- Research methodology and techniques in child development (observation, clinical approach, experimental approach)
- The role of developmental theories
- Prenatal period
- Infancy and toddlerhood (sensory-motor, cognitive, socio-emotional development)