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Fieldwork in School Psychological Service

This is practicum in psychological services in the schools. Students are expected to detect some developmental and learning problems among the learners in a school setting and proffer appropriate possible solutions. The solutions should be based on aspects of psychological theories and principles. This is to be carried out under the supervision of staff. Evaluation will be based on successful treatment of identified learners with problems (40%0 and a final semester report (60%).

Course Code: 
EPS 932
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 900
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

Theories of Learning

This course critically examines various theories of learning. The in-depth knowledge of the behavioural, social and cognitive learning theories will be treated. Much emphasis will be focused on information processing theories. Different dimensions of memory and memory errors will be examined. The course also considers the role of the complexity of process in cognitive development in learning. The educational implications and practical applications of the theories will equally be examined.

Course Code: 
EPS 931
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 900
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

Psychological Testing (Elective)

The course focuses on several aspects of psychological testing. It deals with historical evolution of psychological tests, identification and measurement of traits. The item design strengths and limitations, use, interpretation and adaptation to local administration and analysis of such tests are covered. Aptitude tests, intelligence tests (such as Stanford-Binet and Wechsler Intelligence Scales) and personality tests (such as Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) and Myers’ Briggs Types Indicator (MBTI) are treated. For each of the tests, the construction, strengths and limitations, use, interpretation and adaptation to local conditions are discussed.

Course Code: 
EPS 920
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

Advanced Research in Education

The course exposes a range of issues and practices in educational inquiry and research. Procedures and methodologies necessary to pursue research problems in measurement, evaluation and applied statistics are investigated. There is an overview of educational research methods including validity and reliability of data and practical considerations in planning, conducting and disseminating research out comes and improving research. The course provides students with skills and knowledge needed for qualitative and quantitative inquiry as well as critiques of research.

Course Code: 
EPS 917
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 900
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

Thesis

The student is assigned supervisors who will guide him/her to identify a research topic to investigate based on the College of Education Studies and the University format on graduate thesis writing. The student reviews related literature, collects and analyses data and presents final report.

Course Code: 
EPS 899
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

Assessment in Schools

This course examines both theoretical and practical issues in students’ assessment. It discusses the nature and relevance of assessment in the teaching and learning processes and examines extensively the theoretical and practical issues of validity and reliability of assessment results. Principles and guidelines for crafting various teacher-made tests and standardized tests are also discussed. Professional responsibilities, appropriate ethical behaviour of educators in assessment as well as legal requirements in educational assessments are presented and discussed.

Course Code: 
EPS 853
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

Research Methods in Education

This course exposes a range of issues and practices in educational inquiry and research. Procedures and methodologies necessary to pursue research problems in meausrement, evaluation and applied statistica are investigated. There is an overview of educational research methods including validity and reliability and validity of data and practical considerations in planning, conducting and disseminating research outcomes and improving research. The course provides students with skills and knowledge needed for qualitative and quantitative inquiry as well as critiques of research.

Course Code: 
EPS 852
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

Educational Statistics

An elementary knowledge of statistics, including the use of SPSS is required for this course. The focus of the course is the application of statistical methods to educational problems. Emphasis is on the normal, t, chi-square and F distribution. Hypothesis testing and one-way analysis of variance will be treated.

Course Code: 
EPS 851
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

Advanced Psychology of Human Learning and Instruction

The course provides information on historical and theoretical perspectives on learning for practice. The theories have a continuing and direct relevance for classroom teachers. The course aims at exposing students to the challenges in the learning environment and how effective teaching could be enhanced. Topics such as motivation and other approaches to learning would equip students with various ideas, skills and strategies in classroom teaching.

Course Code: 
EPS 831
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology
Special Education
Special Education

Cognitive Development and Learning in Childhood

The course is designed to examine the various factors that influence cognitive development. Theories and processes of cognitive development are discussed. Contemporary research findings on cognitive development from childhood through adulthood are examined and their implications for educational practice are assessed.

Course Code: 
EPS 824
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology

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