This introductory course lays the foundation for training teachers, psychologists and anyone else interested in educational psychology. It guides students through research, theories, and practices related to cognitive, ethical, and psychosocial development and behavior change. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to create a better, more effective, and more meaningful educational experience for all students.
Specifically, students after successful completion of the course will have acquired basic and sufficient knowledge about
• the principles of educational psychology.
• the areas of student diversity and methods of inclusion of students with different needs in the school context.
• the analysis and critical discussion of basic and contemporary theoretical approaches to learning.
• developing supportive intervention programmes in collaboration with teachers to create an effective learning environment.
• evaluating the effectiveness of various educational and psychological principles and theories in practice.
• demonstrating effective communication and collaboration skills in working with students, teachers and parents.