It introduces students to the basic concepts, principles, and skills required for reading and conducting educational research. Students will practise what is learnt in class exercises and laboratory sessions. The subject is intended to equip students with the necessary knowledge for embarking on their thesis preparation. This subject aims at providing a framework for understanding the influence of the sociocultural context on human development. Socialization is examined from a sociological perspective and seen as an interactive communication system between the individual and the society.
Specific reference is made to cross-cultural studies.
This subject aims at enhancing students' understanding of moral development by providing a comprehensive review of the relevant psychological theories and also a critical examination of the theoretical and methodological issues in current studies of moral development. Specific reference will be made to research on the moral development of Chinese people. It examines the nature, prevalence and consequences of these behaviours and also measures for their rectification. Specific reference will be made to current research in problem behaviours. This subject provides a forum for the discussion of current and emerging issues in education in Hong Kong, and gives students the opportunity to develop competence in making meaningful responses to education matters.