This course is part of the Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization

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Foundations of Positive Psychology SpecializationUniversity of Pennsylvania

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Positive interventions are one of the building blocks for the application of positive psychology in our day-to-day lives. In this course taught by Dr. James Pawelski, we explore positive interventions through theory, research and practice. We provide learners the basic tools for using and measuring positive psychology in professional or personal contexts. Suggested prerequisite: Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science.

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Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization

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Approx. 16 hours to complete

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What you will learn

Understand the Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Interventions
Use strategies for classifying character strengths and virtues
Choose goals that support your personal well-being
Describe why it's important to cultivate a healthy emotional life

Skills you will gain

Character Strengths And Virtues
goal setting
Positive Psychology
Savoring

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Course 2 of 5 in the

Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 16 hours to complete

English

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James Pawelski, Ph.D.

Professor of Practice and Director of Education

Positive Psychology Center

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University of Pennsylvania

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week1

Week 1

5 hours to complete

Introducing the Course and Exploring Positive Emotions

5 hours to complete

11 videos (Total 77 min), 1 reading, 3 quizzes

Week2

Week 2

4 hours to complete

Understanding and Cultivating a Healthy Emotional Life

4 hours to complete

12 videos (Total 65 min), 1 reading, 3 quizzes

Week3

Week 3

4 hours to complete

Identifying and Using Character Strengths

4 hours to complete

12 videos (Total 65 min)

12 videos

3.1 Introduction to Character Strengths and Virtues9m3.1 Assignment51s3.2 VIA Classifications of Character Strengths and Virtues8m3.2 Assignment40s3.3 Signature Strengths7m3.3 Assignment2m3.4 Using Signature Strengths8m3.4 Assignment52s3.5 Strengths at Work, Home, and Play7m3.5 Assignment48s3.6 Strengths in Romantic Relationships15m3.6 Assignments2m

2 practice exercises

Practice Quiz 330mModule 3 Quiz30m

Week4

Week 4

4 hours to complete

Setting and Achieving Goals

4 hours to complete

12 videos (Total 55 min)

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TOP REVIEWS FROM POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY: APPLICATIONS AND INTERVENTIONS

by DAJul 24, 2022

Very Rich applicable course with loads of insights and information ... it definitly changed my mindset , gave me new perspectives and most importantly tools to use in life and at work

by MGOct 9, 2020

I am very thankful for this course. It will definitely help my counselees and students. The intervention techniques are very practical and can be applied to a wide-array of clientele.

by JUFeb 16, 2020

A good follow-up on the first course in this specialization. I liked the fact that we got a lot of home work assignments, as it really helped in anchoring those things which were taught.

by PJApr 7, 2020

This is an excellent course, exactly what I was looking for. Teaches the skills of savoring, goal setting and pursuing the goals . The assignment were very good and helped a lot

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About the Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization

The University of Pennsylvania and Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman welcome you to Foundations of Positive Psychology. Our five-course specialization provides you with the key theories and research in the field of positive psychology as well as opportunities for application.

Course topics include • Positive Psychology: Martin E.P. Seligman’s Visionary Science with Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman • Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions with Dr. James Pawelski • Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods with Dr. Angela Duckworth & Dr. Claire Robertson-Kraft • Positive Psychology: Resilience Skills with Dr. Karen Reivich • Positive Psychology Specialization Project with Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman

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