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<p>This unit examines human development across the lifespan and its interaction with food and nutrition, focusing on physical, social, and cognitive domains. It highlights the influence of culture and sociohistorical context on developmental processes from prenatal stages through to aging. Methods of gathering and evaluating evidence relevant to developmental phenomena will also be explored.</p>
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<li class="ql-align-justify">gender role development</li>
<li class="ql-align-justify">aging</li>
<li class="ql-align-justify">methods of gathering and evaluating evidence</li>
<li class="ql-align-justify">attachment</li>
<li class="ql-align-justify">language acquisition</li>
<li class="ql-align-justify">development of morals</li>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit examines human development across the lifespan and its interaction with food and nutrition, focusing on physical, social, and cognitive domains. It highlights the influence of culture and sociohistorical context on developmental processes from prenatal stages through to aging. Methods of gathering and evaluating evidence relevant to developmental phenomena will also be explored.</p>
Unit content
<p>Topics may include:</p> <ul> <li class="ql-align-justify">physical, social, and cognitive aspects of development</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">culture and sociohistorical context</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">social relationships</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">prenatal development</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">gender role development</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">aging</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">methods of gathering and evaluating evidence</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">attachment</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">language acquisition</li> <li class="ql-align-justify">development of morals</li> </ul> <p><br></p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/scbfn2003">090701 - Psychology</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p> the student must have achieved at least 60 credit points prior to enrolment</p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p> must not have completed 1 of ATSGC2260, BEHAV2001/<a href="/ords/r/dev/fed_occ/course?p6_code=PSYCB2102" target="_blank">PSYCB2102</a></p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Identify and describe key life events and developmental crises across the lifespan, and assess their potential impact on human development</p>
K2
<p>Describe systems theory and evaluate its relevance for understanding how cultural, social, and environmental contexts influence human development and nutritional behaviours across the lifespan</p>
K3
<p>Outline major developmental theories and identify how these can be used to understand human development, with consideration of health-related behaviours such as food and nutrition</p>
S1
<p>Critically review and evaluate cultural, social, and developmental factors that influence food and nutrition behaviours across adulthood</p>
S2
<p>Identify and critique evidence used to support current approaches in developmental psychology and nutrition across the lifespan</p>
A1
<p>Critically evaluate research to investigate food and nutrition issues across the lifespan</p>
A2
<p>Discuss and analyse major theoretical perspectives that attempt to explain successful aging</p>
A3
<p>Effectively communicate developmental and nutrition-related insights tailored to a range of audiences</p>
Assessment
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<p>Create an infographic to communicate evidence-based information about a food or nutrition topic and its impact on a developmental stage between conception and early childhood. </p>
<p>Infographic</p>
<p>15-35%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S2, A1, A3
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<p>Evaluate a case study to identify developmental and environmental factors contributing to a health issue, and propose evidence-based strategies to address it. Present a video outlining the research approach and reflecting on the research process. </p>
<p>Case Study Report and Presentation</p>
<p>25-45%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, A1, A2, A3
3
<p>Prepare an evidence-based video response to a policy brief, describing the impact of a food or nutrition-related issue across multiple developmental stages across the lifespan</p>
<p>Video Presentation: Policy Brief</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, A1, A2, A3
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplimentary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
FedTASK
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
FedTASK
Description of FedTASK outcome
Level
FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/scbfn2003">090701 - Psychology</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
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<em>Information in the Federation Handbook is correct at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to alter any course, unit, procedure or fee.</em>
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