EDP

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EDP

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1

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10

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course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

This course focuses on the study of cognitive development and cognition research related to middle grade students in the context of educational psychology. It also examines selected learning theories, motivation, and classroom management. There is a field experience.

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

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course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

This course is a study of the physical, personal, social, emotional development, and cognition of early adolescence and selected learning theories in the context of educational psychology and classroom teaching. The course is designed with a specific focus on the socio-cultural impact on adolescent development and cognition related to middle grades teaching in the context of educational psychology. It also examines selected learning theories and motivation. There is a virtual field component.

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

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3

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

A study of learning in relation to the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual aspects of personality. Distance education offering may be available. 2026-2027 CATALOG - UNDERGRADUATE

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

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Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

This course is designed to provide students with a general introduction to educational psychology along with theories of human growth and development. The course is designed to assist students in understanding and applying developmental theories and psychological research to central questions of learning and education. Multiple theoretical traditions (e.g., developmental, biological, cognitive science, sociocultural, contextual, motivational, critical, and psychoanalytic) will be considered and critiqued. Larger societal issues will also be considered, as they impact and/or are informed by principles of educational psychology. The course will equip students to understand their own pedagogical histories as well as to critically analyze and critique schooling and educational practice in the United States and globally. The course is especially relevant to those considering careers in teaching, educational policy-making, human resources, public service, student affairs, counseling, and the health sciences.

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

This course focuses on the emotional, social, intellectual, moral, physical, and self-concept factors shaping human behavior with emphasis on adolescent behavior.

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

Change is designed to provide students with a general introduction to educational psychology along with theories of human growth and development. The course is designed to assist students in understanding and applying developmental theories and psychological research to central questions of learning and education in both school and non-school settings. Multiple theoretical traditions (e.g., developmental, biological, cognitive science, sociocultural, contextual, motivational, critical, and psychoanalytic) will be considered and critiqued. Larger societal issues will also be considered, as they impact and/or are informed by principles of educational psychology. The course is especially relevant to those considering careers in diverse areas, including business, public service, pre-school administration, teaching in non-school-based settings (e.g., environmental education, museum studies, or technology instruction), policy-making, community organizing, human resources, and the health sciences.

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

This course is a study of the physical, personal, social and emotional development of early through late adolescence in the context of classroom teaching; it also examines selected learning theories. There is a field component.

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

Processes by which skills, understanding, concepts, and ideals are acquired; teaching practices in relation to basic research concerning learning; similarities and differences in theories of learning.

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-graduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

Mental, physical, emotional, and social development and behavior of the adolescent with emphasis on various types of learning. Case studies are used. 2026-2027 CATALOG - GRADUATE

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-graduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu

A course in helping students understand theories of learning as they relate to the pre-k through high school learner as well as the cognitive and social development of the learner. The goal of the course is to understand the student's cognitive and social needs within the framework of his or her education and social contexts and to empower the student to create educational and social change.

Subject

EDP

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-graduate

Source

catalog.wcupa.edu