Adolescent development and its educational implications
Second semester * Clayton
This subject will involve a study of developmental changes in adolescence, including physical, sexual, cognitive, moral and psychosocial development (particularly identity formation). The interaction of both individual differences and social context on these developmental processes will be examined. The effects of school on adolescents will be studied, in particular schools' adaptations to adolescent diversity (eg ethnic groups, handicap). Some issues arising from school/adolescent interactions such as the role of the school in helping adolescents develop decision making and life planning skills will be addressed. Current concerns in adolescent research will be addressed.
Assessment
Seminar participation/Class presentations * Research essay * Examination
Prescribed texts
Dusek J Adolescent development and behaviour Prentice-Hall, 1991
Recommended texts
Heaven P C L and Callan V J Adolescence: An Australian perspective HBJ, 1990
Moore S and Rosenthal D Sexuality in adolescence Routledge, 1993