Social Psychology (2016) by Coursera

Teacher

Chairman

About Course

Have you ever wondered why people do what they do? This course offers some answers based on the latest research in social psychology. Coursera’s largest class is back by popular demand! Starting on July 14, 2014, Social Psychology will present a new line of special events, invited experts, and material intended to delight psychology lovers from around the world.

Professor Plous’s course description:

Each of us has a different hand in life, but we all face similar questions when it comes to human behavior: What leads us to love one person and not 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 an introduction to classical and contemporary social psychology, covering topics such as decision making, persuasion, group behavior, personal attraction, and factors that promote health and well-being.

We will focus on surprising, entertaining and intriguing research findings that are easy to apply in daily life. As part of this approach, various tasks will encourage you to experiment with your life, observe the results, and analyze what happened. The course will also be based on the websites of the Social Psychology Network, the world’s largest online community dedicated to social psychology. I hope you join this course, have fun and learn useful information that enriches your life!