Outline

Overview

This unit of study considers the important bio-psycho-social and functional changes that occur across the lifespan. Understanding bio-psycho-social factors associated with healthy human development is important for addressing our major national health priority areas. Areas discussed include healthy child development, the family's impact on health, adolescent risk taking behaviour, mental health, social relationships and social support, dementia, healthy ageing and chronic diseases across the lifespan.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	HSBH1005
Academic unit	Department of Medical Sciences
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Andrew Campbell, andrew.campbell@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Andrew Campbell, andrew.campbell@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Brad Ridout, brad.ridout@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Online task	Short Answer Quiz 1 Tutorial Short Answer Quiz 1 (Week 4) - 5 questions worth 2 marks each.	10%	Week 04	20min
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Assignment	Podcast 1 Short podcast on current day Adolescent Development challenges	15%	Week 05	10 min Voice Recorded Assignment
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Online task	Short Answer Quiz 2 Tutorial Short Answer Quiz 2 (Week 8) - 5 questions worth 2 marks each.	10%	Week 08	20min
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Assignment	Podcast 2 Short podcast on future Ageing challenges in Australia	15%	Week 10	10 min Voice Recorded Assignment
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Assignment	Essay Evaluation of Human Development research and/or public health policy.	35%	Week 12	1250 words
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Online task	Short Answer Quiz 3 Tutorial Short Answer Quiz 3 (Week 13) - 5 questions worth 2 marks each.	10%	Week 13	20min
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Online task	Discussion Board Engagement Student attendance and engagement in Lecture and Tutorial topics.	5%	Week 13	Weekly from Weeks 2 - 13
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= group assignment with individually assessed component ?

Assessment summary

All assessments and tasks for HSBH 1005 – Human Development will evaluate both knowledge obtained during the unit, as well as critical thinking practices of research and policy that leads to promoting a healthy human lifespan.

Assessment summary:

Online Discussion Board Engagement: Students are to post and reply to comments from class members and teaching staff on a weekly basis to promote group learning and to register weekly attendance.
Short Answer Quizs 1 – 3: Five questions, in each quiz given (15 questions in total across the semester) will be given in tutorials for student to write an answer to in less than 25 words each and submit via Turn-it-in for marking by their tutor. These quizes will assess understanding of Human Development knowledge taught in lectures and tutorials in preceeding weeks.
Podcasts 1 – 2: Two, seperate, group assignments will ask students to voice record an answer and submit online in regards to discussing evidence and possible solutions for (1) a key developmental challenge for contemporary Adolescents and; (2) discussion of challenges for an Ageing Australian population.
Essay: Students will submit online via Turn-it-in a major essay that will answer 1 of 4 possible essay questions provided for students to choose from. Each of the questions will ask the student to evaluate research and/or public health policy regarding a Human Development health and wellbeing issue.

Please NOTE: More detailed information (e.g. assessment rubrics) and submission instructions will be published on Canvas along with detailed information for each assessment.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

In accordance with University Guidelines, submitted assessments are deducted 5% of possible marks, per day, for 10 working days. Upon the end of 10 working days, assignments will not be marked and a 0 grade given.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction to human development	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	Biological foundations: heredity, prenatal development and birth	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	Human development research methods	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 03	Tools for exploring the world: physical, perceptual, and motor development	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 03	Cognitive development in infancy	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 04	Entering the social world: socioemotional development in infancy and early childhood	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 04	Gender roles	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 05	Off to school: cognitive and physical development in middle childhood	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 05	Preparation for quiz and practice questions	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 06	Writing workshop for assessment 2	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	Writing workshop for assessment 2	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 07	Expanding social horizons: socioemotional development in middle childhood	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	Group dynamics and social media impact on development	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 08	Rites of passage: physical and cognitive development in adolescence	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 08	Moving into the adult social world: socioemotional development in adolescence	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 10	Becoming an adult: physical, cognitive, and personality development in young adulthood	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 10	Being with others: forming relationships in young and middle adulthood	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 11	Making it in midlife: the biopsychosocial challenges of middle adulthood	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11	Working and relaxing	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 12	The personal context of later life: physical, cognitive, and mental health issues	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 12	Social aspects of later life: psychosocial, retirement, relationship, and societal issues	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 13	Dying and bereavement	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 13	Exam preparation	Tutorial (1 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

This unit will be delivered fully online in Semester 2, 2021 given COVID-19 outbreak in NSW. If lectures and tutorials are permitted to return to campus the Unit of Study Coordinator will inform students of this option when available.

Compulsory attendance of 80% of scheduled classes (lectures and tutorials) is required. Penalties for under 80% of tutorial attendance may be imposed by the unit of study coordinator.

If you are unable to access or attend any of the scheduled lectures or tutorials, you must apply for special consideration.

All assessments for HSBH 1005 – Human Development must be attempted, and submitted, in order to be eligible to pass the unit. Non-attempt of all assessments will result in an AF (Absent Fail) grade.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

The following reference is RECOMMEND – not compulsory.

Kail, R.V., & Cavanaugh, J.C. (2018). Human Development A Life-Span View (8th Edition). e-Book by Cengage is recommended:

https://au.cengage.com/c/human-development-a-life-span-view-44-8th-edition-8e-kail-cavanaugh/9781337554831/

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Analyse the interplay between age, bio-psycho-social factors, environment and culture on health and behaviour
LO2. Engage in critical discussion about health concerns of individuals across the lifespan
LO3. Engage in evidence-based evaluations of current health research, initiatives and controversies
LO4. Critically evaluate the robustness of research carried out on health conditions across the lifespan
LO5. Synthesise research into a critical argument
LO6. Participate in discussion about research that is applied to lifespan health

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This unit of study has been revised to be delivered entirely online with smaller assessment weighting distributed across the semester.

Additional information

Student Administration Manual on the Faculty of Health Sciences

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

To help you understand common terms that we use at the University, we offer an online glossary.

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Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Disclaimer

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HSBH1005: Human Development

Semester 2, 2021 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect