00870 - Social Psychology

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student:

- will have a general knowledge on the motivational and cognitive processes characterising social interaction and intergroup relations;

- will know and will be able to apply some basic theoretical and methodological tools  to interpret such processes;

- will develop relational skills that allow to collaborate within teams composed by other professional figures.

 

Course contents

Introductory information on the history of social psychology will be provided together with basic introduction to the main epistemological approaches of the discipline theoretical constructs and research paradigms. A great deal of attention will be payed to the procesess of knowledge formation and social reality representation. Then, the more pragmatic aspects of social behaviour will be considered such as communication and the bases of altruistic and aggressive behaviour. The course will then address issues regarding the self and identity. Moreover, topics reffering to group life will be addressed highliting both intragroup and intergroup processes. Finally, social influence processes will be considered.

Readings/Bibliography

Palmonari, A., Cavazza, N. e Rubini, M. (2012). Manuale di Psicologia Sociale (seconda edizione). Bologna, Il Mulino

Palmonari, A., Cavazza, N. ( A cura di), (2003). Ricerche e Protagonisti della Psicologia Sociale. Bologna, Il Mulino

Teaching methods

The course will consist of 30 teaching units  carried out with the aid of slides and videos

Assessment methods

A test of  30 multiple choice questions will assess students' mastery of the topics addressed during the course

Teaching tools

The crucial issues of social psychology will be addressed presenting the most influential theories, research, and authors of this discipline. Lessons will be complemented by slides and videos on the topics of the course.

Office hours

See the website of Monica Rubini

See the website of Michela Menegatti