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Educational Psychology


Overview

Educational Psychology allows us to better understand and improve the ways we teach and learn.ÌýThisÌýminorÌýwill provide you withÌýan understanding of core topics withinÌýtheÌýdiscipline,Ìýincluding:Ìý

  • The studyÌýof learning, cognition, andÌýteachingÌýin a variety of educational settingsÌý
  • Technology and computers asÌýlearning toolsÌý
  • Cognitive and social processes in learningÌý
  • Evaluation and enhancement of learning and teachingÌý
  • FosteringÌýinclusive educationÌý
  • The relationship between education and human developmentÌýÌý
  • The impact of family and community on children’s learning and developmentÌý

WhileÌýthe field is based inÌýpsychology and education, it is connectedÌýto many other subjectsÌýlikeÌýthe health sciences, neuroscience, computer science, social work,Ìýpolicy, and law.Ìý


Careers

After completing a Minor in Educational Psychology, you may want to go to graduate school to become aÌýpsychologist or researcher.ÌýYou can alsoÌýpursue aÌýsecond degree inÌýEducation and teach in elementary or high school.ÌýThe skills and knowledge you develop will prepare you for work after graduation in areas like communityÌýorganizing,Ìýmental health advocacy, advising, and more.Ìý

You could become a professional:ÌýÌý

  • Academic advisor
  • Youth care worker
  • Educator
  • Community worker

Ready to apply?

For this program, you'll need to apply to theÌýFaculty of Arts.

See theÌýfull eligibility informationÌýfor more information about deadlines and required documents for your application.Ìý

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