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Introduction
This course is one of the two core (required specialization) modules in the Master of Education (Developmental Psychology) programme. The course contains major and classic social and emotional development theories that are fundamental to the participants before they take on other more specialized courses in the programme. It also introduces how to assess children’s social and emotional development.
This course is part of:
- Graduate Certificate in Assessment in Education
Learners must complete the following courses to attain the Graduate Certificate in Assessment in Education (12 AU):
• MPM909 Elementary Statistics for Education
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This course aims to equip participants with theoretical perspectives of individuals social and emotional development. Upon the completion of this course, participants will be able to: Analyze the major developmental psychology theories particularly as applied in educational settings. Develop a systematic approach to understanding the issues and concerns facing students and/or individuals in general. Understand how to assess children s social and emotional development. Discuss current applied issues and identify research questions relevant to the psychosocial development of students and/or individuals in general. Comprehend research articles in the field and identify potential educational implications of the findings.
- Models of human development.
- Psychosocial stage of human development.
- The role of parent in child development.
- Self-esteem, self-concept, and self-efficacy.
- Moral development.
- Perspective taking development.
- Teacher-student interaction and student development.
- Development of intrinsic motivation.
- Aggression.
- Delinquency.
- Self-mutilation and depression.
- Internet and psychosocial issues.
For working professionals who are keen to have a better sensing and understanding of key assessment concepts, albeit in the education context.
Standard Course Fee: S$4,490.80
SSG Funding Support | Course fee | Course fee payable after SSG funding, if eligible under various schemes | |
BEFORE funding & GST | AFTER funding & 9% GST | ||
Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Permanent Residents (PRs) (Up to 70% funding) | S$4,120.00 | S$1,347.24 | |
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) | S$523.24 | ||
SCs aged ≥ 40 years old | |||
• NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their $1,600 Alumni Course Credits. Click here for more information.
Graduate Certificate in Assessment in Education
| COURSE TITLE | ACADEMIC UNIT |
| MSE915 Assessment of Children and Youth with Special Needs* | 4 |
| MPM909 Elementary Statistics for Education* | 4 |
Listed courses are:
- Credit-bearing and stackable to Graduate Certificate in Assessment in Education (total 12AUs)
*SSG funded and SkillsFuture Credit approved
