Ever wonder why people do what they do? This course—which includes more than $1,000 of video and reading materials—offers some answers based on the latest research from social psychology. Students taking the course for a Certificate will also receive free membership in Social Psychology Network (SocialPsychology.org).
COURSE DESCRIPTION FROM PROFESSOR PLOUS:
Each of us is dealt a different hand in life, but we all face similar questions when it comes to human behavior: What leads us to like one person and dislike another? How do conflicts and prejudices develop, and how can they be reduced? Can psychological research help protect the environment, and if so, how? This course offers a brief introduction to classic and contemporary social psychology, covering topics such as decision making, persuasion, group behavior, personal attraction, and factors that promote health and well-being.
Our focus will be on surprising, entertaining, and intriguing research findings that are easy to apply in daily life. The course will also draw from the websites of Social Psychology Network, the world's largest online community devoted to social psychology. I hope you'll join me for this course, have fun, and learn some useful information that enriches your life.
Social Psychology
ofrecido por
Wesleyan University
Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
Semana
1WEEK 1: Social Perceptions and Misperceptions
This week's goals are to: (1) learn what social psychology is and why it's worth studying; (2) take a "snapshot" of your thinking at the start of the course; (3) see how perceptions of reality are psychologically constructed; and (4) witness the shocking speed at which social judgments are made.
9 videos (Total 92 min), 5 readings, 3 quizzes
9 videos
Lecture 1.1: Welcome, Social Psychers!8m
Lecture 1.2: Course Logistics: Some Rules of the Road11m
Lecture 1.3: Tour of Social Psychology Network and Invitation to Join11m
Lecture 1.4: The Psychological Construction of Reality12m
Lecture 1.5: Confirmation Bias8m
Lecture 1.6: Self-Fulfilling Prophecies11m
Lecture 1.7: Thin Slices: Social Judgments in the Blink of an Eye12m
Lecture 1.8: What Other People Think of You10m
5 lecturas
How the Course Works4m
Reading 1.1 - Introducing Social Psychology15m
How to Join Social Psychology Network1m
Editing Your SPN Member Page1m
Bonus Reading 1.1 - On Being Sane in Insane Places15m
3 ejercicios de práctica
Snapshot Quiz, Part 1: Complete before Lecture 1.420m
Snapshot Quiz, Part 2: Complete before Lecture 1.410m
Assignment #1: The Random Assignment Assignment20m
Semana
2WEEK 2: The Psychology of Self-Presentation and Persuasion
This week's goals are to: (1) learn how people explain their behavior and the behavior of others; (2) explore the link between attitudes and behavior; (3) understand what cognitive dissonance is and why it matters; and (4) gain some practical tips from the science of persuasion and social influence.
9 videos (Total 143 min), 4 readings, 1 quiz
9 videos
Lecture 2.2: Some Twists and Turns When Explaining Behavior16m
Lecture 2.3: Is the Attitude Bone Connected to the Behavior Bone?15m
Lecture 2.4: Cognitive Dissonance and Self-Perception14m
Lecture 2.5: Two Flavors of Dissonance: Vanilla and Earthworm19m
Bonus Video 2.1: A Conversation with Elliot Aronson15m
Lecture 2.6: How to Be Persuasive15m
Lecture 2.7: Secrets from the Science of Persuasion (Guest Lecture)13m
Lecture 2.8: The Ins and Outs of Social Influence18m
4 lecturas
Reading 2.1 - The Self in a Social World30m
Peer Assessment FAQ5m
Reading 2.2 - Two Routes to Attitude Change20m
Reading 2.3 - Crafting Normative Messages to Protect the Environment15m
Semana
3WEEK 3: Obedience, Conformity, and Deindividuation
This week's goals are to: (1) understand the psychological dynamics of obedience to authority; (2) review studies on group pressure and conformity; (3) learn about the dark side of deindividuation; and (4) consider ethical issues related to psychology research.
10 videos (Total 176 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz
10 videos
Assigned Video 3.1: Obedience (Stanley Milgram's Classic Documentary)41m
Lecture 3.2: Obedience to Authority (Part 2: Watch After Milgram Video)22m
Bonus Video 3.1: Stanley Milgram Discusses His Electric Shock Generator1m
Bonus Video 3.2: What Was Stanley Milgram Like?10m
Lecture 3.3: Group Pressure and Conformity (Part 1)13m
Lecture 3.4: Group Pressure and Conformity (Part 2)11m
Lecture 3.5: The Dark Side of Deindividuation (Part 1: Watch Before Quiet Rage)7m
Assigned Video 3.2: Quiet Rage: The Stanford Prison Experiment51m
Lecture 3.6: The Dark Side of Deindividuation (Part 2: Watch After Quiet Rage)10m
5 lecturas
Reading 3.1 - Chapter 3 of Myers: Social Beliefs and Judgments30m
Reading 3.2 - Replicating Milgram: Would People Still Obey Today?30m
Bonus Reading 3.1 - How Nice People Get Corrupted20m
Bonus Reading 3.2 - Opinions and Social Pressure20m
Bonus Reading 3.3 - The SPE: Ethics and Extensionsm
Semana
4WEEK 4: Group Behavior: The Good, Bad, and Ugly
This week's goals are to: (1) examine behavioral dynamics within and between groups; (2) see what happens when people fall prey to the Abilene Paradox; (3) read about social loafing, groupthink, and group polarization; and (4) learn effective ways to reduce prejudice and discrimination in daily life.
7 videos (Total 116 min), 4 readings, 1 quiz
7 videos
Assigned Video 4.1: The Abilene Paradox23m
Lecture 4.2: How Categorical Thinking Gives Rise to Prejudice14m
Assigned Video 4.2: Race: The Power of an Illusion9m
Assigned Video 4.3: Middle Sexes: Redefining He and She23m
Lecture 4.3: The Minimal Group: From Dots to Discrimination in 60 Seconds11m
Lecture 4.4: When Intergroup Biases Don't Feel Like Biases20m
4 lecturas
Reading 4.1 - Many Hands Make Diminished Responsibility15m
Bonus Reading 4.1 - Doing Together What We Would Not Do Alone15m
Reading 4.2 - How Groups Intensify Decisions35m
Reading 4.3 - Psychology of Prejudice, Stereotyping, and Discriminationm
4.6
5 revisionesPrincipales revisiones
por F•Nov 8th 2018
Learning so much and I'm only in week 1. It's untangled and clarified some of my own experiences and interactions in such an easy format with relevant and informative resources.
por AK•Dec 5th 2018
An amazing course that i would suggest to everyone. It should actually be mandatory.\n\nit helps you discover yourself.\n\nTaking the course one, is not enough
Instructor
Scott Plous
Professor of Psychology; Executive Director, Social Psychology Network; recipient of the American Psychological Foundation Award for Distinguished TeachingDepartment of Psychology
Acerca de Wesleyan University
At Wesleyan, distinguished scholar-teachers work closely with students, taking advantage of fluidity among disciplines to explore the world with a variety of tools. The university seeks to build a diverse, energetic community of students, faculty, and staff who think critically and creatively and who value independence of mind and generosity of spirit.
Preguntas Frecuentes
¿Cuándo podré acceder a las lecciones y tareas?
Una vez que te inscribes para obtener un Certificado, tendrás acceso a todos los videos, cuestionarios y tareas de programación (si corresponde). Las tareas calificadas por compañeros solo pueden enviarse y revisarse una vez que haya comenzado tu sesión. Si eliges explorar el curso sin comprarlo, es posible que no puedas acceder a determinadas tareas.
¿Qué recibiré si compro el Certificado?
Cuando compras un Certificado, obtienes acceso a todos los materiales del curso, incluidas las tareas calificadas. Una vez que completes el curso, se añadirá tu Certificado electrónico a la página Logros. Desde allí, puedes imprimir tu Certificado o añadirlo a tu perfil de LinkedIn. Si solo quieres leer y visualizar el contenido del curso, puedes participar del curso como oyente sin costo.
¿Cuál es la política de reembolsos?
¿Hay ayuda económica disponible?
Do I need any preparation for this class?
No preparation is needed, but you're welcome to begin receiving Social Psychology Network news items and announcements from any of these sources if you use Twitter, Facebook, or RSS feeds:
PSYCHOLOGY HEADLINES FROM AROUND THE WORLD (Twitter):
http://coursera.socialpsychology.org/twitter-headlines
ONLINE PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH STUDIES (Twitter):
http://coursera.socialpsychology.org/twitter-studies
UNDERSTAND PREJUDICE: SOCIAL JUSTICE NEWS (Twitter):
http://coursera.socialpsychology.org/twitter-prejudice
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY NETWORK (Facebook):
http://coursera.socialpsychology.org/facebook
PSYCHOLOGY NEWS SERVICE (RSS Feed):
http://coursera.socialpsychology.org/rss
These resources are free to everyone (whether you enroll for a Certificate or not) and will connect you with the latest news, studies, and other developments in social psychology and related fields.
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