NB Language of instruction is English
Admission requirements
This course builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in the following Bachelor courses: Inleiding Pedagogische en Onderwijswetenschappen 1A, Inleiding Pedagogische en Onderwijswetenschappen 1B, Neurobiologische Achtergronden van Opvoeding en Ontwikkeling and Gezinspedagogiek.
Description
Child abuse and neglect (CAN) is a pervasive but deviant type of child-rearing with potential negative consequences for children’s socio-emotional, cognitive, and somatic development, on a behavioral and neurobiological level. This course focuses on the predictors and sequelae of CAN on different levels of development, with a focus on the neurobiological aspects of CAN. Animal models of CAN will be discussed to better understand the effects and preditors of CAN and their mechanisms. Consequences of CAN may differ for individual children. Therefore, the course also focuses on factors that may explain these differential effects. We will also discuss the effects of structural neglect, as seen in institution-reared children. Finally, interventions aimed at reducing and preventing (the behavioral and neurobiological effects of) CAN will be discussed.
Course objectives
Gaining knowledge about recent studies on (neurobiological) aspects of CAN.
Reading and critically evaluating scientific literature in the area of CAN (written assignments and presentations in groups).
Mode of instruction
Lectures and seminars.
Assessment method
Written exam (60%)
Written assignments (30%)
Oral presentations (10%)
Attendance at the seminars is mandatory. Students have to pass the exam (grade at least 5.5), assignments (average grade at least 5.5), and presentation (grade at least 5.5) to pass the course. Retaking the exam, assignments, or presentation is not possible with grades 5.5 or higher.
Research Master students complete all assignments, presentations, and exams in English. They also complete an extra assignment.
Blackboard
During this course Blackboard will be used.
Reading list
Scientific papers, to be announced during the course.
Registration
Please note that separate uSis registration is mandatory for lectures, seminars, exams and re-exams. Student who do not register, cannot attend courses or take exams.
Courses
Registration for the lectures of the course is possible as of 100 calendar days through 10 calendar days before the first lecture at the latest;
Registration for the seminars of the course is possible as of 100 calendar days through 10 calendar days before the first seminar at the latest.
Exams
Student must register for each exam through uSis. This is only possible until 10 calendar days before the exam. More information on exam registration
Contact information
Co-ordinator: Lenneke Alink
Room 4B45
If you have any questions please make an appointment by e-mail.