PSY 430 - Positive Psychology

Description:
Examination of the theoretical and empirical literature in the field of positive psychology with attention to topics such as happiness, mindfulness, optimism, gratitude, and forgiveness. PSY 430 and PSY 530 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Justify the legitimacy of positive psychology as an important area of study
Demonstrate knowledge of major theories and empirical findings in the field of positive psychology
Summarize methodological challenges associated with areas of research in positive psychology
Demonstrate the ability to apply important information about one or more specific topics in positive psychology to the student’s personal or professional experiences

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
11/19/2015