Human growth, development and learningLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You can define the basic concepts of motor learning.
You identify stages in the growth and development of human beings as well as the requirements for development and motor learning processes in different ages.
You can describe stages in human beings’ motor learning skills in different periods of life.
You can encounter other human beings.
You can create practical relationships with other people.
You are familiar with the basics of guidance and counselling of individuals and groups.

Content

How do human beings grow up and develop?
What is motor learning?
Which are the requirements for motor learning in different ages?
How does motoric ability and learning change in different ages?
What is motor control?
Which methods do you use to observe motor ability in different ages?
How do you encounter human beings?
Which characteristics do you need to create functioning interaction with other people?
What are the methods to guide individuals and groups?

Materials

studies of the 1st semester module

Evaluation

Students can
- use professional vocabulary systematically.
- look for information in the key information sources of the field.
- work as team members in a goal-oriented way.
- justify their actions according to the ethical principles of the professional field.