COURSE 1: Social Psychology
 
Learning outcomes of the course unit
Course objectives:
At the end of the course participants will acquire basic competencies in group management. They will be able to understand group processes and roles, learn how to solve conflicts, work
with group rules and their personality, and choose the appropriate forms of communication.
 
Course contents:
-social psychology
-group dynamics and group effect and its impact
-group x individual performance
-norming and group norms
-emotions and emotional intelligence
-communication in a group
-conflicts and their solutions
-leader and leadership
-motivation and group
 
Planned learning activities and teaching methods:
-theoretical lectures
-thematic group activities
-case studies
-discussions upon selected topics
-video
-reflection and feedback
 
Assessment methods and criteria:
After the end of the course participants will give feedback and discuss their gainedcompetencies. Active participation is necessary.
 
Recommended or required reading:
Aronson, E. & Akert R. M. (2005) Social psychology. NJ: Prentice Hall.
Hayes, N. (1993). Principles of Social Psychology. Psychology Press Book.
Hewstone, M.E., Stroebe, W.E., & Stephenson, G.M.E. (1996). Introduction to Social
Psychology: A European Perspective. Blackwell Publishing.
 
Course guarantee: Mgr.Michal Vičar (FSpS)