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COURSE CATEGORY Fristående kurs MAIN FIELD OF STUDY Other Subjects - ÖÄA SUBJECT AREA |
COURSE CODE | 759G46 |
- account for basic scientific theoretical perspectives, epistemological views and theories of the behavioural sciences
- account for and critically reflect on central concepts, theories, models and research results in the behavioural sciences
- apply an integration of educational, psychological, and sociological theories in the behavioural science field
- formulate and discuss issues, based on diversity perspectives such as class, gender and ethnicity in relation to behavioural science theories
- identify information needs, use relevant search tools and critically review search results relating to behavioural science
- plan, carry out and report a smaller advanced study project.
This module covers basic macro-sociological theory and concept formation with a focus on classical theories and concepts. The module applies these theories to understand current social problems. The module also covers basic micro-sociology with a focus on classical theories, as well as modern theories and concepts.
Learning, Influence and Development - A Lifelong Process, 7.5 HE credits (Lärande, påverkan och utveckling - en livslång process)
This module covers educational issues from different theoretical perspectives. The starting point is the idea that humans develop throughout their lives and constantly influence and are influenced by their environment. Concepts such as learning, knowledge, influence and development are covered and problematised. The students should reflect on their own and others' learning in different situations.
Thinking and Behaviour in Human Contexts, 7.5 HE credits (Tänkande och beteende i mänskliga sammanhang)
This module covers the history and theoretical perspectives of psychology. Also covered are the fields of cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, personality psychology, clinical psychology and social psychology.
Basic Research Methodology, 7.5 HE credits (Elementär vetenskaplig metod)
This module introduces basic scientific theoretical concepts and perspectives in the behavioural sciences regarding approach to knowledge, view of man and truth claims. Also covered is the relation between philosophy of science and design as well as planning, implementing and reporting empirical studies.
Education in Various Contexts, 7.5 HE credits (Utbildning i olika kontexter)
Education, in this module, intends organised influence in some form. This is linked to different approaches to planning, implementation and evaluation of educational initiatives. Education as a phenomena is covered from individual, organisation and social levels.
Work and Working Life, 7.5 HE credits (Arbete och arbetsliv)
This module covers the development and structure of the working life over time. The module also highlights theories of the organisation of work and individual's conditions of meeting the demands that the work entails and what it means to work in groups and teams.
Everyday Life, 7.5 HE credits (Vardagslivet)
Everyday life, in this module, intends the different lives that humans live, e.g. in the form of family life and recreation. The module applies behavioural science theories and concepts to understand the everyday lives of humans.
Social Movements in Contemporary Society, 7.5 HE credits (Rörelser i tiden)
This module integrates sociological, educational and psychological theories in relation to contemporary social movements, which are viewed from a broad definition. The module also includes selecting a contemporary social movement and map, describe and analyse it.
Students failing an exam covering either the entire course or part of the course two times are entitled to have a new examiner appointed for the reexamination.
Students who have passed an examination may not retake it in order to improve their grades.
The course is carried out in such a way that both men´s and women´s experience and knowledge is made visible and developed.
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