Social work perspectives on human development I
Ms Lesley Hewitt
4 points
* 2 hours per week
* First semester
* Clayton
Objectives Students undertaking this subject should develop an understanding of what constitutes a life span approach to human development; knowledge of the specific development tasks that confront individuals throughout the lifespan and an understanding of the impact of gender, class and culture on individual development.
Synopsis Explores a life span approach to human development with particular emphasis on life stage transitions and the implications for social work practice.
Assessment One written assignment (1500 words): 60%
* Class test:
40%
* Students are required to pass both assignments to pass the subject
overall.
Prescribed texts
Berger R L and others Human behaviour: A perspective for the helping professions Longman, 1991
Gething L and others Life span development 2nd edn, McGraw-Hill, 1989
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