Psychology 30
P30.7
Examine cognition as it applies to lifespan development.
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) | Examine various historical and current cognitive development theories (e.g., Vygotsky, Piaget) and traditional Indigenous views of cognitive development. |
| (b) | Investigate the development of the nervous system and the brain from birth to five years. |
| (c) | Examine developmental changes in cognition from childhood through adolescence. |
| (d) | Investigate what is meant by “adolescent egocentrism" and its effects on one’s life. |
| (e) | Examine connections between cognition and memory (e.g., memory tools, dementia, Alzheimer’s, muscle memory). |
| (f) | Distinguish differences among learning styles theories (e.g., visual/spatial, logical/mathematical, kinesthetic) and examine their roles in learning and surrounding controversies. |
| (g) | Create a representation (e.g., mind map, cluster diagram, 3D model, mobile, game, song) depicting one’s learning style strengths. |
| (h) | Investigate explanations for elements of cognition (e.g. learning, memory, imagination, judgement, decision-making) shared through oral storytelling. |
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R032801
Lifespan Development(2nd ed.)
This textbook provides an overview of the human lifespan. Each chapter provides an overview of the concepts, key terms, critical thinking questions, case studies, cultural, health and safety connections and chapter summaries. This resource is printed with a larger font size and there is use of visual features on every page. The publisher provides a complementary companion website that includes e-flash cards, interactive games, quizzes and extension activities.
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Lifespan Development. Workbook
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$116.00 USD
Record posted/updated:
December 13, 2021
R012297
TeenMentalHealth.org
This website offers articles, weblinks, video clips, infographics, social media links and digital toolkits related to mental health, stigma, and supports for adolescence. The website includes an overview of each topic and has links to external resources for further investigation.
Links :
Website
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
April 7, 2021
R032799
Life-span Development(6th Canadian ed.)
This resource is an advanced comprehensive textbook featuring Canadian content that focuses on concepts of lifespan development. It is organized into 10 chapters which provide reviews, research, and social policy on related topics. There are critical thinking opportunities for further connection and reflection included throughout the resource.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$99.95
Record posted/updated:
April 7, 2021
R002850
Living with Learning Disabilities and Disorders
This book provides a basic overview of a variety of hidden learning disabilities. Using accessible language, it describes the history of each disability as well as how people function with the disability. A glossary of terms, an index and a list of related books and websites are included.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$31.92 USD
Record posted/updated:
April 7, 2021
R006448
The Psychology Book
This resource explains the big ideas of psychology using everyday language, visuals and quotes. The chapters on each concept in the book begin with a quote from a famous researcher in the field and proceed to expand on both the topic and explain more about that researcher’s contributions to the development of psychological science.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$22.99
Record posted/updated:
February 23, 2022
R011384
Essentials of Life-span Development(1st Canadian ed.)
This textbook about lifespan development highlights Canadian research, Indigenous populations, and contrasted regions and statistics from across Canada. The 13 chapters provide a chronological overview of lifespan development and offer opportunities to reflect critically about the theories and concepts presented. This resource also features careers related to lifespan development.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$99.95
Record posted/updated:
April 7, 2021
R014644
PSYCH(4th Canadian ed.)
This resource covers key topics in psychology including biology and psychology, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning, memory, thinking, development, motivation and emotion, stress, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders and methods of therapy. Chapter summary review cards and definitions of key terms are included at the end of the book.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$69.95
Record posted/updated:
March 11, 2021
R009475
Developmental Psychology: Infancy and Childhood(5th Canadian ed.)
This textbook addresses human development from before birth to age 12. The theory and research, foundations, language and learning, social and personality, and ecology aspects of developmental psychology are presented. Colourful photographs, charts and diagrams are featured throughout, as well as concept checks to reinforce learning in each section. Current Canadian issues and research are included.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$129.95 USD
Record posted/updated:
March 9, 2021
R012295
Verywell Mind
This website provides useful and regularly updated information and resources to explore relevant topics to psychology. There is an abundance of articles, interactive quizzes, mental health resources, research, online therapy, doctor discussion guides, and student resource links to explore.
Links :
Website
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
April 7, 2021
R028203
Psychology in Your Life(3rd high school ed.)
Each chapter of this textbook has specific sections that apply the information directly to teenagers, their lives and their futures. All chapters include big questions, learning goal activities, colourful pictures, charts and tables, and self-quizzes. An ebook version is available and lecture PowerPoints and an interactive instructor’s guide are available on the Web.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 24, 2021
R014642
An Introduction to Psychological Science. Revel Access Card(3rd Canadian ed.)
This resource provides an in-depth overview of psychology as a science. Topics discussed include: reading and evaluating scientific research; biological psychology; senses and perception, memory, thought and intelligence; lifespan development; consciousness; social psychology; psychological disorders and therapies. Opportunities to apply the principles of psychology to real-word examples are included with each topic.
Price :
$79.99
Record posted/updated:
February 23, 2022
R001426
Child(2nd ed.)
This resource investigates child development from conception through adolescence. Key theories of development are explored at different age ranges, including a specific focus on the aspects of physical, cognitive and psychosocial development.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$99.95
Record posted/updated:
February 23, 2022
R027681
Psychological Science(6th ed.)
This resource covers the major topics in understanding psychology, such as: research, biology and behaviour, consciousness, sensation and perception, learning, memory, thinking and intelligence, human development, emotion, social psychology and psychological disorders and their treatment. Each chapter includes a review and an opportunity to think like a psychologist.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$180.00 US
Record posted/updated:
February 23, 2022
R013837
Essentials of Understanding Psychology(6th Canadian ed.)
Key components in the study of psychology are explained in this resource, including: behaviour, personality, lifespan development, consciousness, thinking, social psychology and the identification and treatment of psychological disorders. In each learning module, key concepts are outlined, study alerts are provided and evaluation questions and new terms are presented. In addition, Indigenous perspectives on psychology, mental health and wellness are included in many of the modules.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$99.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2021
R008375
How Psychology Works: Applied Psychology Visually Explained
This book provides an overview of psychological theories and concepts. Information on each topic is presented in a one to four-pages layout using graphic design and brief text. The book is divided into four sections that explore what is psychology, psychological disorders, healing therapies and psychology in the real world which includes identity, relationships, education, the workplace, sports and consumer psychology.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$29.00
Record posted/updated:
December 13, 2021
R016059
Addicted to E-cigarettes and Vaping
This book provides basic information on how people become addicted, the impacts of addiction and the possibility of overcoming addiction. Lists of organizations, books and internet sites are provided for further research and inquiry.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$30.95 USD
Record posted/updated:
July 12, 2021
R022752
Psychology. Frontiers and Applications(7th Canadian ed.)
This Canadian edition is a comprehensive textbook that refers to current research in the field of psychology. Each chapter includes an outline, key terms, a glossary, case studies, discussion questions and current and future research. The chapters are divided into four sections: Frontiers, Focus on Neuroscience, Research Foundations and Applications. A digital subscription is available through the publisher.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$109.95
Record posted/updated:
December 14, 2021
R024862
Psychology in Action(12th ed.)
This textbook supports the outcomes of the Psychology 20 and 30 courses while presenting current studies and research. Each chapter features an outline of the concepts, brief exercises, images, diagrams, key terms and chapter summaries. Through a subscription with the publisher, there is a digital platform available with videos, animations, virtual field trips and interactive components. This resource is printed in small font size and contains a higher proportion of text to visual features.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$135.00 USD
Record posted/updated:
December 13, 2021