https://studiegids.vu.nl/en/courses/2025-2026/P_MEXPWRK_1The 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.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: Interdependence and 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, all with the aim to increase our understanding of altruism, empathy, cooperation, revenge, and competition. Module B: Social Cognition. Taught by external professor.Frontal lectures, presentations by studentsEssays and assignmentsModule A: Book chapter and scientific articles Module B: Scientific articlesStudents enrolled in Research Master's Social Psychology, occasionally a PhD student with a relevant backgroundNo deviationsThe Professor communicates mainly through Canvas to all students enrolled in the course