POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

PHE2PSP

2021

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject, you will explore the science and application of positive psychology through experiential learning strategies. Key theories and models covering a broad range of positive psychology topics will be discussed. Topics include: character strengths, mindfulness, positive emotions, flow, positive relationships, meaning, goals, accomplishment, hope and optimism, growth mindset, grit and resilience. You will investigate a range of positive psychological interventions by applying them to your own lives. You will also be required to complete measures of wellbeing to gain enhanced self-awareness of your own strengths. You will learn to critically analyse and synthesise evidence-based literature in order to ascertain the contexts in which positive psychological interventions have been shown to be effective. You will complete this subject having set goals that are designed around your strengths and best possible self.

SchoolPsychology and Public Health

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorPam Draganovic

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG

Exchange StudentsNo

Available as ElectiveYes

Learning ActivitiesN/A

Capstone subjectNo

Subject particulars

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PrerequisitesN/A

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Quota Management StrategyN/A

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Special conditionsStudents who have successfully completed first year psychology subjects may be eligible to undertake this subject on approval from the subject coordinator

Minimum credit point requirementN/A

Assumed knowledgeN/A

Readings

Activities for teaching positive psychology: A guide for instructors.

Resource TypePrescribed

Resource RequirementN/A

AuthorFroh, J., & Parks, A.

Year2013

Edition/VolumeN/A

PublisherAmerican Psychological Association

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Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

Entire subject or partial subjectN/A

Total hours/days requiredN/A

Location of WBL activity (region)N/A

WBL addtional requirementsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Apply key positive psychology theories and models to real world situations

02. Analyse positive psychology literature through a critical lens to ascertain the effectiveness of positive psychological interventions

03. Evaluate findings from the academic literature and consider its application to your personal experiences of implementing behaviour change

04. Apply positive psychology principles to promote flourishing in your own life and others

Subject options

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Bendigo, 2021, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJo Spong

Class requirements

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 h unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.

WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
One written assignment (1,500-words equiv)	N/A	N/A	Individual	No	40	SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
20 minute group oral presentation (750-words equiv)	N/A	N/A	Group	No	20	SILO4
One 90 minute multiple choice examination (2,000-words equivalent).	N/A	Other written exam	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2

Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 1, Blended