76043 - General Psychology

Learning outcomes

After completing this course, the student will understand the principles underlying the organization of human behavior and the main psychological functions (perception, emotion, motivation, memory, learning, thinking, and language), as well as the relationship between biological structures and behavioral functions.

Course contents

Main stages of cognitive processing

Perception, attention, learning, and memory (overview)

Components and functions of emotions

Interaction between emotions and cognitive processes

Readings/Bibliography

Legrenzi, P., & Jacomuzzi, A. (2021). Fondamenti di psicologia generale: Teorie e pratiche (2ª ed.). Il Mulino.

Materials presented in lectures and available on the Virtuale Platform

 

Teaching methods

Lectures

Assessment methods

The written exam consists of 11 multiple-choice questions (3 options each). Each correct answer is worth 3 points; incorrect or missing answers receive 0. The exam is passed with a score of at least 18/30 (6 correct answers); the maximum grade is 30 cum laude. Students have 11 minutes to complete the test. No supporting materials are allowed. The final grade for the Integrated Course is calculated as a weighted average of the module grades. Honors are awarded if the student scores 30/30 in all modules and receives at least one cum laude.

Students with learning disorders and\or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students) [file:///C:/Users/paola.taddei/Desktop/estate%202024/CdL%20FISIO%20COORDINATORE/20.6.25%20e%20segg%20MAILguideweb/(https:/site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students)] as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives.

Teaching tools

The handouts of lectures slides will be provided by the teacher on the Virtuale platform (https://virtuale.unibo.it/)

 

Office hours

See the website of Monica Martoni