PSYCHOL 6506OL - Social Psychology

Online - Online Teaching 3 - 2020

Do you ever wonder why we behave differently in groups than when we?re on our own? This course will explore topics central to contemporary research in social psychology examining the principles and processes that enable us to understand human social behaviour.

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Course Details

Course Code	PSYCHOL 6506OL
Course	Social Psychology
Coordinating Unit	Psychology
Term	Online Teaching 3
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	Online
Units	3
Contact	1 to 2 hour online tutorial
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	PSYCHOL 6500OL and PSYCHOL 6501OL
Restrictions	Graduate Diploma in Psychology or Graduate Certificate in Psychology
Assessment	Online Assessments and Written Assignments

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Peta Callaghan

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Explain a variety of theories and methods used in social psychology research.
2. Contrast between social psychological theories operating at different levels of analysis.
3. Critically evaluate knowledge claims in contemporary social psychology topics.
4. Apply social psychology theory and methods to address real world problems.
5. Communicate applications of social psychology to varied audiences.

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	1,2,3,4,5
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	1,2,3,4
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	1,4,5
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	1,2,3,4,5
Intercultural and ethical competency adept at operating in other cultures comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges	3,4,5
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate	3,4,5

Learning Resources

Required Resources

This is a fully online offering. Students will require access to the internet to access course content and curated readings and resources. They will use a telecommunications application (Zoom) to engage in online tutorials.

Recommended Resources

Augoustinos, M., Walker, I. & Donaghue, N. (2014). Social Cognition: An Integrated Introduction (3rd edition) The relevant chapter will be available in the course via course readings.

Passer, M. W. & Smith. R. E. (2019). Psychology: the science of mind and behaviour. McGraw-Hill Education: Australia. (Available as e-text via Barr Smith Library)

Online Learning

This is a fully online offering. Myuni will be used for all course materials, communication, links to curated resources, online tutorial support and assignments including submissions, feedback and grades.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

Engagement with course content is facilitated by online lectures, interactive online activities, curated readings and resources, and self directed study supported by weekly online tutorial sessions. There are 6 Weekly Modules with learning scaffolded across the modules to ensure that students develop deep discipline knowledge as well as the academic literacy, research skills and capacity to apply and communicate their understanding as specified for an AQF8 level offering.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

This course is a 6-week intensive, accelerated learning offering. Students should expect to spend around 24 per week engaging with the online content, in private study and completing the assignments for this course.

Learning Activities Summary

Weekly Modules are:
1. Introduction to Social Psychology
2. Social Cognition
3. Social Influence
4. Behaviour in Groups
5. Social Representations Theory
6. Discursive Psychology

Specific Course Requirements

Assignments are submitted via Turnitin

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Assessment Type	Assessment Weighting	Hurdle Requirement	Learning Outcomes
Reflective Journal (Mod 1-2)	Formative and Summative	20%	No	1,2,3,4,5
Policy Recommendations	Summative	40%	No	1,3,4,5
Reflective Journal (Mod 3-6)	Summative	40%	No	1,2,3,4, 5

Assessment Related Requirements

Assignments are submitted via Turnitin

Assessment Detail

Assessment # 1 Reflective Journal (20% 350 words X 2 entries = 700 words) on the prescribed topics for module 1 and 2. You are to include a description of relevant theory, critical reflection on the theory as it pertains to real life examples, and personal reflections on the topic.

Assessment #2: (40% 1200 words). You will write a paper providing a literature review and a series of policy recommendations for a specified topic related to racism and discrimination (details provided in the course). This will include an introduction and outline of the issue, an overview of relevant theory and research, and four policy recommendations based on the research presented.

Assessment #3: Reflective Journal (40% 350 words X 4 entries = 1400 words) on the prescribed topics for modules 3-6. The purpose of this assessment is to demonstrate content knowledge; to develop critical engagement with social psychological theories; to apply theory to real-world examples; and to reflect upon your own beliefs, assumptions and prior knowledge when evaluating social psychological theories.

Submission

Assignment submission, feedback and grades are done via Myuni

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

Student Feedback

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