Apr 29, 2024  
Academic Catalog 2022-2023 
    
Academic Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PSY-783 Advanced Topics in Positive Media Psychology

4 semester credits
Apply the constructs of positive psychology to media and technology to understand and promote the qualities and constructs that contribute to human flourishing and a life well-lived. Gain a deeper understanding of the theoretical and empirical advances in positive psychology and apply them to real world problems. Practice identifying a phenomenon, problem or issue that has personal meaning or professional value, synthesize relevant theory and empirical evidence to develop a research proposal or media application that is intended to enhance wellbeing. Practice presenting projects to the class. Learn concepts such as developing character strengths, resilience and grit, pathways to meaning, self narratives, and belongingness.
Pre-requisites: PSY-777  
Delivery Method: Online
Grading Default: Letter
Learning Outcome(s):
  • Understand and articulate key concepts, findings, and controversies in the field of positive psychology and the implications for media and technology
  • Evaluate evidence for the validity, both internal and external, of empirical claims in contemporary positive media psychology research
  • Develop and present a research proposal or media application based on positive psychology theories and empirical evidence that addresses a real-world problem
  • Reflect on the personal experience of integrating a positive media psychology practice



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