The Educational Psychology module in the Nursery Teacher Training Course provides a deep understanding of how children think, learn, and grow. This course equips aspiring nursery teachers with the psychological tools and techniques needed to foster effective teaching and learning processes tailored to young learners.
Key Highlights:
Foundations of Educational Psychology: Learn the basic concepts and theories of child psychology and their application in education.
Cognitive Development in Early Childhood: Explore how children develop thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Behavioral Psychology: Understand the role of reinforcement, motivation, and behavior management in the classroom.
Emotional and Social Development: Gain insights into how emotions and social interactions influence learning.
Learning Theories: Study major learning theories such as Piaget’s Cognitive Development Theory, Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory, and Skinner’s Behavioral Theory.
Understanding Individual Differences: Learn to identify and address the diverse needs and abilities of children.
Developmental Milestones: Familiarize yourself with key physical, emotional, and cognitive milestones in early childhood.
Effective Communication: Build skills to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completing this module, participants will be able to:
Understand the psychological principles behind children’s learning and development.
Apply effective teaching strategies based on individual differences and learning styles.
Create a positive and supportive learning environment for young learners.
Handle developmental challenges and behavioral issues with confidence and sensitivity.
Foster emotional, social, and intellectual growth in children.
This course is ideal for individuals passionate about understanding the minds of young learners and creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes holistic development. It bridges the gap between educational theory and practice, empowering teachers to make informed decisions in the classroom.
Educational Psychology
Course Prerequisite(s)
About Course
The Educational Psychology module in the Nursery Teacher Training Course provides a deep understanding of how children think, learn, and grow. This course equips aspiring nursery teachers with the psychological tools and techniques needed to foster effective teaching and learning processes tailored to young learners.
Key Highlights:
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completing this module, participants will be able to:
This course is ideal for individuals passionate about understanding the minds of young learners and creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes holistic development. It bridges the gap between educational theory and practice, empowering teachers to make informed decisions in the classroom.
Course Content
Educational Psychology
Attention and Interest in Educational Psychology
Imagination and Perception
Memory and Forgetting
Habit Formation and Breaking
Suggestion and Imitation
Heredity and Environment
Instincts and Their Role in Education
Nature and Stages of Development
Stages of Physical Development of the Child
Mental Development of the Child
Social Development of the Child
Emotional Development of the Child
Emotion and Sentiment
Process of Learning and Education
Learning and Its Relationship with Maturation
Laws of Learning
Theories of Learning and Conditioning
Plateau of Learning
Transfer of Learning
Motivation and Education
Imagination: Meaning, Types, and Educational Utility
Thinking, Reasoning, and Problem Solving
Individual Differences
Intelligence: Its Nature, Theories, and Tests
Personality: Nature, Types, and Development
Problem, Backward, and Gifted Children
Mental Health and Mental Hygiene
Evaluation and Measurement
Special Methods of Teaching
Student Ratings & Reviews