URL study guide
https://studiegids.vu.nl/en/courses/2024-2025/P_MEXPWRK_1Course Objective
The primary objective for Module A is threefold: (a) to get an up-to- date overview of theory and research on human cooperation, (b) to advance theory-building and reasoning, and (c) to write an essay in which you review a particular topic and advance theoretical principles, as well as avenues for future research and concluding remarks. Module B provides an introduction to contemporary research on social cognition. This module is taught by an external professor.
Course Content
This workshop consists of two modules. In each module leading international scientists will teach on a topic in their area of expertise. The topics of both modules are specializations in social psychology and their neighboring disciplines. Module A: Human cooperation. Much of human thought, affect, and behavior is rooted in situations in which people can either be self-oriented or group-oriented. The goal is to advance our understanding of the factors that promote human cooperation. We will discuss interdependence, economic games, some neuroscience, all with the aim to increase our understanding of altruism, empathy, cooperation, revenge, and competition. Module B: Social Cognition. Taught by external professor.Teaching Methods
literature survey practical working group WorkshopMethod of Assessment
Essays and assignmentsLiterature
- Module A: Scientific articles
- Module B: Scientific articles
Target Audience
Students enrolled in Research Master Social Psychology, occasionnally aPhD student with appropriate qualifications (evaluated by Prof VanLange)Custom Course Registration
No devationsExplanation Canvas
The Professor communicates mainly through email or Canvas to all students enrolled in the course.Language of Tuition
- English
Study type
- Master