Review and coursework completion

This week’s topics

Review and coursework completion

1. Reviewing the learning outcomes
2. Completing and checking coursework against the criteria
3. Self-assessment

What you will be able to do

• 1.1 Explain learning theory of attachment.
• 1.2 Explain the development of attachments using learning theory.
• 2.1 Explain what is meant by the term ‘reciprocity’ in relation to caregiver–infant interactions.
• 2.2 Explain what is meant by the term ‘interactional synchrony’ in relation to caregiver–infant interactions.
• 2.3 Research psychological studies relating to caregiver-infant interactions.
• 3.1 Explain attachment.
• 3.2 Describe how attachment develops in humans and animals.
• 3.3 Describe the main studies investigating the development of attachment in humans and animals.
• 4.1 Describe how attachment can vary between individuals and cultures.
• 4.2 Evaluate whether patterns of attachment appear to be universal or are subject to cultural influences.

Activity

Guided review of every criterion; coursework completion clinic and peer review.

Study materials