Psychology of Education

Topics include: principles of teaching and learning; relevance of physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development of the individual; an introduction into the research in education psychology and assessment of attitudes, abilities and achievement; creativity and originality; interpersonal relations and group dynamics of educational situations considering the assets and limitations of current educational practices; and the exceptional child in educational contexts. PREREQ: PSYC 1105 and PSYC 2005 or EDUC 2505F or three years relevant professional experience or permission of the department. (lec 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for both PSYC 3406 and either PSYC 3405 or EDUC 3006.