Simon Fraser University
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Course Outlines

Spring 2020 - EDUC 220 D100

Introduction to Educational Psychology (3)

Class Number: 2880

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 22, 2020
    Wed, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A survey of educational research and theories concerning motivation, learning, development, and individual differences in classroom settings. May be applied towards the certificate in liberal arts. Breadth-Social Sciences.

COURSE DETAILS:

Through reading the textbook, attending lectures, participating in collaborative classroom activities in tutorials, individual research and assignments, students will develop better understanding of various aspects of the learning process. Knowledge gained will enable prospective educators foster improved learning and become effective learners themselves.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

By the end of the term students will be able to:

  • explain and illustrate major concepts in educational psychology
  • differentiate between different theories of learning
  • describe models of motivation and beliefs
  • define and use effective learning strategies
  • set SMART study goals
  • write an argumentative paper

Grading

  • Assignments 50%
  • Midterm Exam 20%
  • Final Exam 30%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Educational Psychology, Woolfolk, Winne & Perry, Seventh edition.

The textbook can also be purchased as an ebook. Details for purchasing the ebook will be shared on Canvas.
ISBN: 9780134832210

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS