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Students are expected to build a basic knowledge of the three core components of the course: Biological Approach, Cognitive Approach and Sociocultural Approach. Students should develop an understanding of the main assumptions of each approach and identify one key study from each approach which was published in the last three years. |
https://www.coursera.org/learn/introduction-psychology
20 Hours
An excellent learning opportunity from Yale University.
What are people most afraid of? What do our dreams mean? Are we natural-born racists? What makes us happy? What are the causes and cures of mental illness?
This course tries to answer these questions and many others, providing a comprehensive overview of the scientific study of thought and behavior. It explores topics such as perception, communication, learning, memory, decision-making, persuasion, emotions, and social behavior. We will look at how these aspects of the mind develop in children, how they differ across people, how they are wired-up in the brain, and how they break down due to illness and injury.
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For an overview of each approach: https://www.tutor2u.net/psychology/reference/the-biological-approach https://www.tutor2u.net/psychology/reference/the-cognitive-approach The British Psychological Society The American Psychological Association Psychology Today- an exploration of modern research and its application https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl Scientific American- reference to the most relevant psychological research findings |
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The happiness hypothesis – Jonathan Haidt A mixture of philosophy and psychology. An exploration of ancient wisdom tested under the scrutiny of modern science.
The private life of the brain- Susan Greenfield A wide overview of neuropsychology including everything from the effects of neurological disorders to dreaming. This book is on the Oxford University suggested reading list for Psychology courses.
Thinking, fast and slow- Daniel Kahneman An excellent book to prepare for the cognitive approach. An exploration of two systems of thinking. Surrounded by Idiots: the four types of human behaviour- Thomas Erikson An exploration of how people function and why we sometimes struggle to connect with certain types of people. You will learn a lot about yourself and everyone around you. An essential read for any aspiring Psychologist
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19 Hours
In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life.
Available in the Secondary Library
Available in the Secondary Library
Available in the Secondary Library
Available in the Secondary Library
Available in the Secondary Library
