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Social Psychology

Social Psychology

位教师：Madhumita R Dhupar

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This course offers an engaging introduction to social psychology, the scientific study of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. It covers a wide range of themes such as social cognition, attitudes, persuasion, conformity, group dynamics, prejudice, aggression, prosocial behavior, attraction, justice, and applied social psychology. Through these topics, learners discover how social and cultural forces shape everyday behavior. The course brings together classic studies and modern perspectives and includes both Western and Indian examples, giving learners a broad and relevant understanding of human social behaviour.

Learners will work through a mix of video lessons, readings, discussions, quizzes, and applied assignments. They will explore how people make sense of the social world, how relationships form and change, how group pressures influence decisions, and how psychological processes show up in systems like the legal and environmental sectors. The course also focuses on ethical questions, the role of cognitive biases, and how psychology can address real-world challenges. By the end, learners develop a strong foundation in understanding human behaviour and learn how to apply psychological ideas to social issues, personal interactions, and informed decision-making.

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This course explores how individuals perceive, influence, and relate to others within a social context. It examines foundational topics in social psychology such as social cognition, attitudes, persuasion, conformity, group processes, prejudice, prosocial behavior, and aggression. Students will learn to apply theoretical models to understand social behavior and critically analyze cultural and contextual factors that influence psychological processes. The course emphasizes both Western and Indian cultural contexts. This module offers a comprehensive introduction to social psychology, the scientific study of how individuals think, feel, and behave in social contexts. It examines the dynamic interplay between the individual and the social environment, highlighting how group membership, cultural norms, social influence, and interpersonal relationships shape human experience. Students will explore the historical development of the discipline, from its emergence at the turn of the 20th century to its current global and interdisciplinary relevance.Drawing on both Western and Indian perspectives, the module situates social psychology within diverse cultural frameworks, emphasizing how socio-cultural contexts influence the formation and expression of attitudes, identities, and behaviors. The course also differentiates social psychology from related fields such as sociology, which focuses on large-scale social structures, and personality psychology, which centers on enduring individual differences.Through engagement with landmark studies—including Norman Triplett’s pioneering work on social facilitation, Stanley Milgram’s obedience experiments, and Philip Zimbardo’s Stanford Prison Study—students will critically assess the theoretical and methodological contributions that have shaped the discipline, as well as the ethical debates they have sparked.The module also introduces the scientific methods employed in social psychological research, including laboratory experiments, field studies, surveys, and cross-cultural approaches. Students will learn to apply these methods to analyze and interpret real-world social phenomena, such as prejudice, conformity, prosocial behavior, group decision-making, and digital-era interactions. By the end of the module, students will have developed a nuanced understanding of the scope and boundaries of social psychology in relation to allied disciplines. They will also gain the ability to critically evaluate both classic and contemporary research within varied cultural contexts. In addition, students will acquire practical skills in applying social psychological theories and methods to everyday interpersonal interactions as well as broader societal challenges.

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8个视频3篇阅读材料2个作业

8个视频总计46分钟

Meet Your Faculty - Prof. Madhumita R Dhupar1分钟
Introduction to the Course3分钟
Defining Social Psychology – Scope, Concepts, and Distinctions 6分钟
The Historical Foundations of Social Psychology8分钟
Research Methods and Ethical Milestones in Social Psychology6分钟
Key Domains – Thinking, Influence, and Relationships6分钟
Cultural Contexts and Contemporary Applications 8分钟
Critical Perspectives and Limitations9分钟

3篇阅读材料总计30分钟

Meet Your Faculty - Prof. Madhumita R Dhupar10分钟
References Reading10分钟
Readings for Module 110分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 120分钟
Assessment - 120分钟

This module delves into the cognitive processes that shape how we perceive, interpret, and remember information about others. It emphasizes heuristics, schemas, attribution theory, and cultural influences on judgment.

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5个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业1个讨论话题

5个视频总计42分钟

The Mechanics of Social Cognition8分钟
Cognitive Shortcuts and Heuristics8分钟
Emotional and Counterintuitive Cognition8分钟
Attribution Theories and Errors9分钟
Culture, Schema Types, and Attributional Complexity8分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 210分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 220分钟
Assessment - 220分钟

1个讨论话题总计15分钟

Ungraded Discussion Prompt15分钟

This module examines the structure, formation, and function of attitudes. It explores how attitudes influence behavior, how they are measured, and the psychological mechanisms of attitude change, including cognitive dissonance.

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6个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业

6个视频总计49分钟

What Are Attitudes and Where Do They Come From?8分钟
The Structure of Attitudes – ABC Model in Action9分钟
Do Attitudes Predict Behavior?8分钟
Cognitive Dissonance – When Beliefs and Actions Clash8分钟
Culture, Attitudes, and Persuasion8分钟
Attitudes and Behavior: Foundations, Mechanisms, and Cultural Variations8分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 310分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 320分钟
Assessment - 320分钟

This module investigates the development and structure of self-concept, identity, and self-awareness. It explores philosophical, developmental, and sociocultural dimensions of selfhood, drawing on both Western and Indian thought.

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6个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业1个讨论话题

6个视频总计63分钟

The Nature and Origins of the Self11分钟
Building Blocks of Self-Concept10分钟
Knowing Ourselves – Self-Discovery and Comparison10分钟
Presenting the Self – Impression Management13分钟
Culture, Self, and Identity10分钟
Philosophical Exploration of the Self9分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 410分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 420分钟
Assessment - 420分钟

1个讨论话题总计15分钟

Ungraded Discussion Prompt15分钟

This module examines how individuals are influenced by others through conformity, compliance, and obedience. Classic studies are revisited alongside culturally relevant examples, highlighting ethical considerations in persuasive influence.

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5个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业

5个视频总计51分钟

Foundations of Social Influence and the Process of Socialization10分钟
Conformity – Mechanisms, Cultural Nuances, and Classic Research10分钟
Compliance – Psychological Triggers and Persuasion Techniques9分钟
Obedience and Minority Influence – Power, Resistance, and Change9分钟
Social Influence in Collective Action and Ethical Considerations13分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 510分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 520分钟
Assessment - 520分钟

This module explores how individuals behave in group settings, focusing on social roles, conformity, leadership, decision-making, and intergroup conflict. It applies theories such as social identity theory and discusses cultural dimensions of group behavior.

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5个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业1个讨论话题

5个视频总计62分钟

What Are Groups and Why Do We Join Them?14分钟
Inside the Group – Cohesion, Roles, and Behavior11分钟
Leadership in Groups – Styles, Gender, and Power15分钟
Group Decision-Making and Performance Pitfalls11分钟
Intergroup Dynamics, Identity, and Social Change12分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 610分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 620分钟
Assessment - 620分钟

1个讨论话题总计15分钟

Ungraded Discussion Prompt15分钟

This module investigates the origins and effects of stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination. It examines psychological theories and real-world consequences, including stereotype threat, microaggressions, and caste-based discrimination.

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5个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业1个讨论话题

5个视频总计55分钟

Understanding Bias – Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination12分钟
Prejudice in Action – From Attitudes to Inequality11分钟
The Psychology of Prejudice – Emotion, Cognition, and Contradiction12分钟
Modern Discrimination – Subtle Bias and Systemic Impact9分钟
Reducing Prejudice – Interventions and Social Change11分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 710分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 720分钟
Assessment - 720分钟

1个讨论话题总计15分钟

Ungraded Discussion Prompt15分钟

This module explores the psychological and biological foundations of aggression. It examines types, causes, and consequences of aggressive behavior and evaluates theoretical approaches to its regulation and reduction levels.

涵盖的内容

5个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业

5个视频总计57分钟

Understanding Aggression – Definitions, Traits, and Bullying11分钟
Theories of Aggression – Biological, Evolutionary, and Psychoanalytic12分钟
Social Learning and the Environment – How Aggression Is Acquired12分钟
Group Context and Extreme Aggression12分钟
Reducing Aggression – Psychological and Social Interventions10分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 810分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 820分钟
Assessment - 820分钟

This module investigates helping behavior, distinguishing altruism from prosociality. It covers evolutionary, cognitive, and cultural explanations, emphasizing conditions that promote or inhibit helping in emergencies and everyday life.

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5个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业

5个视频总计51分钟

Understanding Prosocial Behaviour – Forms, Motives, and Altruism11分钟
Evolution and Altruism – Kin Selection, Reciprocity, and Inclusive Fitness9分钟
The Psychology of Helping – Mood, Personality, and Social Norms10分钟
Barriers to Helping – The Bystander Effect and Urban Influences10分钟
Promoting Prosocial Action – Overcoming Inaction and Fostering Altruism11分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 910分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 920分钟
Assessment - 920分钟

This module explores the psychological foundations of attraction, love, and relationship maintenance, with a focus on both universal principles and Indian cultural contexts such as arranged marriages and family dynamics.

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5个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业

5个视频总计58分钟

Foundations of Attraction – Proximity, Familiarity, and Similarity12分钟
Reciprocal Liking, Physical Attractiveness, and Cultural Ideals10分钟
Attachment Styles, Relationship Economics, and Gender Norms11分钟
Love Types, Relationship Maintenance, and Indian Family Systems12分钟
Relationship Breakdown, Dissolution, and Social Scripts in India12分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 1010分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 1020分钟
Assessment - 1020分钟

This module explores the dynamic intersection of psychology and the legal system, with a focus on the Indian context. It investigates how cognitive biases, memory distortions, social influence, and mental health impact legal decision-making, eyewitness testimony, and judicial outcomes.

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5个视频1篇阅读材料2个作业

5个视频总计54分钟

Psychology in the Legal System – Memory, Misinformation, and Eyewitness Testimony11分钟
Deception Detection, False Confessions, and Interrogation Practices11分钟
Judicial Bias, Public Opinion, and Sentencing Inequities11分钟
Mental Illness, Culpability, and Victim Psychology11分钟
Reforming Indian Justice Through Psychological Science11分钟

1篇阅读材料总计10分钟

Readings for Module 1110分钟

2个作业总计40分钟

Quiz - 1120分钟
Assessment - 1120分钟

This module examines the psychological dimensions of environmental crises and sustainability. It explores how human behaviour contributes to climate change, resource use, and waste, and how social psychology offers strategies to foster sustainable practices. Students will also reflect on the connections between sustainability and well-being, with examples from Indian and global contexts.