This unit provides a basis for the application of knowledge in growth, development and ageing in health, physical education, and human movement. It examines physical growth, and the cognitive, psycho-social, and motor development of humans from childhood into adulthood. Genetic and environmental factors that interact to influence the processes of human growth, development and ageing are explored from a developmental perspective. The unit focuses on human development across the lifespan to give a balanced perspective on age-related changes in human function.
Unit details
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Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
SHE1002
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Analyse research-based knowledge of the physical growth, and the cognitive, psycho-social and motor development of humans throughout the lifespan; | ||
| 2. | Explain the developmental factors that interact to influence growth, development, and ageing; | ||
| 3. | Apply and adapt knowledge about physical growth and human development in health and physical education and human movement to advise on age specific programs; and | ||
| 4. | In collaboration with others, clearly and coherently communicate the adaption of concepts, principles or techniques in growth, development and ageing to specific situations. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Student workbook | 20% |
| Presentation | Group presentation and peer feedback | 20% |
| Report | Evidence Based Report | 30% |
| Report | The development of the Inquiry Project | 30% |
Required reading
Lifespan Human Development: Australian and New Zealand Edition 3rd Edition
Sigelman, C.K., De George, L., Cunial, K. & Rider, E.A.,(2019)
Melbourne/Cengage
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