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About the Course

Ever wonder why people do what they do? This course—which includes more than $1,000 of video and reading materials—offers some answers based on the latest research from social psychology. Students taking the course for a Certificate will also receive free membership in Social Psychology Network (SocialPsychology.org). COURSE DESCRIPTION FROM PROFESSOR PLOUS: Each of us is dealt a different hand in life, but we all face similar questions when it comes to human behavior: What leads us to like one person and dislike another? How do conflicts and prejudices develop, and how can they be reduced? Can psychological research help protect the environment, and if so, how? This course offers a brief introduction to classic and contemporary social psychology, covering topics such as decision making, persuasion, group behavior, personal attraction, and factors that promote health and well-being. Our focus will be on surprising, entertaining, and intriguing research findings that are easy to apply in daily life. The course will also draw from the websites of Social Psychology Network, the world's largest online community devoted to social psychology. I hope you'll join me for this course, have fun, and learn some useful information that enriches your life....

Top reviews

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Jun 12, 2020

Very interesting course, tons of great material. Of all the courses I have taken so far in Coursera, this is one of the few that has pushed me to focus on the material we were going over-great course.

JM

Aug 15, 2020

Professor Plous made me understand the lessons because he explained well all the lessons, and he provided enough information about the Social Psychology. More power to Coursera and Professor Plous :)

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By Alana T

Aug 4, 2020

It was a fabulous course and has helped prepared me for some of my future endeavors.

By Manavi N

Jul 20, 2020

This Social Psychology Course was wonderful! I learned so much and enjoyed it a lot!

By Delfina S

Jun 1, 2020

Really interesting activities and course indeed! Enjoyed it a lot, and learn so much

By Anmol S

May 23, 2020

A really well woven and well structured course. and prof. Plous was just outstanding

By Neriza C

Feb 27, 2022

I learned a lot of this course. Thank you so much for much a wonderful opportunity.

By Saeedeh S

Jan 28, 2021

It was great, I learned alot and it has significant influence on my mind, thoughts.

By Karthiyayini

Aug 3, 2020

This course was very informative,interesting and useful, Thank you Professor Plous.

By Manish K T

Jul 22, 2020

I have learnt a lot from this course one of the best course offered by Coursera.org

By Annisa H S

Jul 2, 2020

amazing course!! the lectures is so easy to understand.. Thank you Mr.Scott Plous !

By Lara D

Jun 19, 2020

Very useful theories that give you an insight into your own behavior and attitudes!

By Grace A R C

Jun 6, 2020

the course is very informational and the lessons well presented. Kudos Prof. Plous!

By Cassie L

May 30, 2020

Great, concise course that leaves you with the basic knowledge on Social Psychology

By Justin B

May 21, 2020

Excellent course. The lectures are clear and impactful and the readings are useful

By CHRISTIAN F C Q

Feb 15, 2023

Excelente curso, enriquecedor y lleno de información valiosa. me encanto. gracias.

By Dokku P

Sep 9, 2020

A complete course for social psychology, very interactive and interesting course!.

By Jannelle M F

Jun 9, 2020

A very interesting course. You will be able to gain more knowledge in this course.

By Naveen B

May 25, 2020

Fantastic Course. Professor teaching this is amazing. Highly recommend this class.

By Deleted A

May 20, 2020

Professor Plous is one of the best personality I've seen in my life. Thanks a lot.

By Anant J

May 15, 2020

Amazing !!! Teacher was very good!!! Got to know lot about behavior people display

By nihar j

May 1, 2020

This course is highly informational and helps you to understand the world better:)

By D S

Apr 26, 2020

EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING THE MENTOR, THE INTERACTIVE VIDEOS AND THE PEER DISCUSSION.

By OLADUNNI C O

Dec 9, 2023

Very educative and gives more understanding of people, imagination and behaviour

By Misbah M

Jan 12, 2022

GREAT INSTRUCTOR, SUPERB WAY OF TEACHING . VERY INFORMATIVE TOPICS OF THE COURSE.

By Viona U

Nov 22, 2021

Thank you so much for the lecturer, he was so friendly and super good at teaching

By Srinisha Y

Mar 2, 2021

It was a very informative course and it helped me in my professional development.