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Development
infoWhy this? The Development topic introduces lifespan psychology, focusing on how behaviour and thinking change over time. It broadens students’ understanding beyond cognition to include social and biological influences, while maintaining strong links to research evidence and applications (e.g. attachment, brain development).
scheduleWhy now? After cognitively demanding topics, Development provides a conceptual shift that maintains interest while consolidating core skills. Students can now draw on earlier learning about research methods and cognition to evaluate developmental theories. This topic also supports synoptic thinking, helping students make connections across psychology.
neurologyYou need to know
- A basic knowledge of brain development
- The roles of nature and nurture
- Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development
- The four stages of development
- The role of Piaget's theory in education
- Dweck's Mindset Theory of Learning
- Learning styles
- Willingham's Learning Theory
rocket_launchYou must be able to
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of early brain structures, nature vs nurture, Piaget's stages, and the core studies of development
- Apply knowledge of Piaget's cognitive stages and developmental theories to real-world scenarios
- Analyse and evaluate key developmental studies and their applicability to education
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