Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Personality

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Monash University

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Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Personality

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Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Personality

The course Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Personality is an online class provided by Monash University through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Explore the complex factors and influences that help shape our personality and examine what makes us different, and why.

Course description

Learn about about the complexities of personality, and what makes us – us
2 weeks

On this course, you’ll examine the factors that influence something as complex as your personality. You will explore the work of Freud on the psychodynamic perspective of personality, and consider theories of behaviourism, humanism and personality traits, considering how personality is influenced by the culture of the society in which you were raised.
You will also investigate models, theories and approaches of pioneers who contributed to our understanding of personality before examining personality tests to determine how they can be used to better understand our decision making process.
This course is part of our Study with Australia collection, with free upgrades and digital certificates supported by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission until 30 June, 2020. Explore more courses from leading Australian education providers.

Freud, the psychodynamic perspective, and Neo-Freudians
Defining and assessing personality
Humanistic and learning approaches
Trait theories and biological influences
Culture and gender

Explain why psychologists are better able to determine a person’s personality than non-psychologists.
Identify at least five defence mechanisms and provide examples of each.
Apply the concept of self-efficacy in your own life and identify ways that self-efficacy can be changed.
Identify five dimensions psychologists believe are important for measuring personality.
Explain at least three psychometric properties of a personality test.
Compare objective and projective personality tests.
Explore how four different personality theories may explain a simple case study.

This introductory course is for anyone interested in psychology – you don’t need any past experience.
It might be of particular use to learners who have already completed a Bachelor degree in other disciplines who are interested in expanding their science and research skills.

Monash University
Monash University is one of Australia’s leading universities, ranked in the world’s top 1% by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. It was established in Melbourne in 1958.

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Prerequisites & Facts

Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Personality

Course Topic

Psychology, Psychology & Mental Health, Science, Engineering & Maths

University, College, Institution

Monash University

Course Skill Level

see course summary

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Personality

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / Monash University you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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