Objectives and competences
Students acquire review over the contemporary perspectives in applied social psychology and its characteristics. They expand their knowledge in sociopsychological concepts and conceptualisations and connect them with issues in everyday life. They direct in applicative perspectives of psychological and sociopsychological approaches.
Content (Syllabus outline)
Applied perspectives in contemporary social psychology with focus on social issues, e.g. economics, health, law, environment, traffic, politics, education, media, violence and migration.
Methodological approaches in contemporary applied social psychology.
Learning and teaching methods
• Interactive frontal method
• Active group work
• Individual work
Methods of teaching:
• Explanation
• Discussion
• Case studies
• Work with the literature
• Multimedia presentations
The information and communications technology is used for educational purposes in the teaching and learning process.
Intended learning outcomes - knowledge and understanding
Knowledge and Understanding:
After the course, students will:
•know and understand the application of the findings of contemporary social psychology and its applied fields;
•learn how to relate to other scientific disciplines in the context of current social issues;
•apply aspects of social psychological methodology practically in projects.
Intended learning outcomes - transferable/key skills and other attributes
Transferable/Key Skills and other attributes:
After the course, students will:
•be able to critically evaluate the scientific and professional findings of contemporary applied social psychology approaches;
•be able to critically apply the scientific and professional findings of contemporary applied social psychology approaches;
•be able to relate the scientific and professional insights of contemporary applied social psychology approaches to other related scientific disciplines;
•gain experience in interdisciplinary social science research;
be prepared for continuing professional development.
Readings
Aronson, E., Wilson, T. D., & Akert, R. M. (2013). Social Psychology (8th ed.). New Jersey, USA: Pearson Education, Inc.
Brewer, M.B., & Hewstone, M. (2004). Applied Social Psychology. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.
Schneider, F. W., Gruman, J. A., & Coutts, L. M. (2012). Applied Social Psychology: Understanding and Addressing Social and Practical Problems (2nd Ed.). USA: Sage Publications, Inc.
Semin, G.R., & Fiedler, K. (1996). Applied social psychology. London: Sage Publications.
Steg, L., Buunk, A. P. , & Rothengatter, T. (2008). Applied Social Psychology: Understanding and Managing Social Problems. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Prerequisits
Prerequisites for attending the course:
None.
Prerequisites for completing the course:
Each of the mentioned commitments must be assessed with a passing grade.
At least 50% attendance at lectures and 80% attendance at tutorials is required.
