EDS 248 Human Development and LearningStephen E. Brock, Ph.D., NCSP 1Human Development and LearningEDS 248Stephen E. Brock, Ph.D., [email protected]://www.csus.edu/indiv/b/brocks/Expectations of Graduate Students Increased responsibility for own learning. Students are more motivated. There is an increased work load.Course Overview Attendance Weekly independent study Developmental/Health History Questionnaire Sample Questionnaire Learning Theory PaperEDS 248 Human Development and LearningStephen E. Brock, Ph.D., NCSP 2Small Group Discussion What is Educational Psychology?  Why is it important for special educators and other educational professionals to understand educational psychology?Educational Psychology The study of learning, learners, and learning environments. An understanding of human development and learning are essential to educational psychologySmall Group Discussion What is human development? Why is it important for special educators and other educational professionals to understand human development?EDS 248 Human Development and LearningStephen E. Brock, Ph.D., NCSP 3Human Development Gradual changes (or growth) that are relatively permanent, age related, and influenced by the environment. Developmental theories try to make sense about when and how these changes occur. The give us general guidelines about what is typical. They help us to identify exceptional learners.Small Group Discussion What is learning theory? Why is it important for special educators and other educational professionals to understand human learning?Human Learning Relatively permanent changes in behavior (external responses) and/or mental associations (internal processes) brought about by experience Understanding of learning theory allows one to optimize learning environments and facilitate student achievement.EDS 248 Human Development and LearningStephen E. Brock, Ph.D., NCSP 4Typical Class Agenda Turn in assignments Questions Lecture Break (6:00 to 6:15) Discussion and