Learning outcomes and curriculum development in psychology

Abstract

The scope of the present project was to provide a review of models and methods of teaching, curriculum development and learning outcomes within psychology. In particular the objectives were to: Identify the disciplinary basis for evaluation; Provide an overview of the teaching of psychology in Australian universities\nAssess the differing programs' capacity to meet the interests and needs of students, employers, the profession, and the scientific discipline\nIdentify innovative practice in the teaching of psychology\nDevelop a platform for future scholarly discussion on the teaching of psychology\nDevelop print- and web-based material for dissemination\nEstablish an evaluation framework for the project, and complete a final report.