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Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods

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Course Summary

This course teaches methods of positive psychology that can be applied to improve personal and professional wellbeing. The course covers topics such as gratitude, resilience, and positive communication.

Key Learning Points

Learn research-based positive psychology methods
Develop skills to improve personal and professional wellbeing
Apply positive psychology methods to real-life situations

Learning Outcomes

Understand the principles of positive psychology
Develop skills to improve personal and professional wellbeing
Apply positive psychology methods to real-life situations

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge of psychology required
Willingness to apply positive psychology methods to personal and professional life

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Self-paced online course
Video lectures
Quizzes and assignments

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Description

Learners discover how apply to research methods to their study of Positive Psychology. In this course, we study with Dr. Angela Duckworth and Dr. Claire Robertson-Kraft. Through an exploration their work "True Grit" and interviews with researchers and practitioners, you develop a research hypothesis and learn how to understand the difference between internal and external validity. You also begin to understand and apply the strengths and weaknesses associated with different types of measurements and evaluation designs. You then interpret the results in an empirical study. Suggested prerequisites: Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science and Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions.

Knowledge

Assess whether a hypothesis is good based on its characteristics
Make use of best practices for research data collection
Utilize inferential statistics for data analysis
Describe the basics of research methodologies and design

Outline

Planning for Research
1.1 Planning for Research
Angela Duckworth: Overview of Character
1.2 Hypothesis and Theories
Practitioner Interviews (1.2) Paddy Steinfort, Andrew Soren, David Meketon
Angela Duckworth: Theory of Character
1.3_Stages of the Research Process
Practitioner Interviews (1.3) Andrew Soren
Angela Duckworth: Theory of Grit
1.4_Validity
True Grit: Trait-Level Perseverance and Passion for Long-Term Goals Predicts Effectiveness and Retention Among Novice Teachers
Overview of the Research Process
Module Overview
Internal and External Validity: General Issues
Quiz 1

Collecting Data
2.1 Collecting Data
Practitioner Interviews (2.1) David Meketon
Angela Duckworth: 2.1- Self-Discipline Study
Angela Duckworth: 2.1 All Measures are Imperfect
2.2 Quantitative Methods
Practitioner Interview (2.2) Paddy Steinfort
Angela Duckworth: 2.2 Self-Control Measures
Angela Duckworth: 2.2 Grit Measures
2.3 Qualitative Methods
Practitioner Interview (2.3) Andrew Soren
Angela Duckworth: 2.3 Qualitative Coding
Self-Discipline Outdoes IQ in Predicting Academic Performance of Adolescents
Module 2 Validity Overview
Grit Scale
BioData Measure of Grit
Self-Control Scale
Development and Validation of the Short Grit Scale (Grit – S)
An Overview of Quantitative and Qualitative Data Collection Methods
Module 2 Quiz

Analyzing Data
3.1 Data Analysis
Angela Duckworth: 3.1 WOOP
Practitioner Interview (3.1) David Meketon
3.2 Descriptive Analysis
Practitioner Interview (3.2) Andrew Soren
Angela Duckworth: 3.2 Purpose & Grit
Inferential Statistics
Angela Duckworth: 3.3 Correlation
Angela Duckworth: 3.3 Effect Size
Angela Duckworth: 3.3 Growth Mindset
Practitioner Interview (3.3) Paddy Steinfort
Lesson 1 Overview
Research Methods Knowledge Base: Analysis
Research Methods Knowledge Base: Descriptive Statistics
Research Methods Knowledge Database: Inferential Statistics
Grit: Perseverance and Passion for Long-Term Goals
Module 3 Quiz

Using Research to Inform Your Work and the World Around You
4.1_Using Research
Angela Duckworth: 4.1 Deliberate Practice
Practitioner Interview: Andrew Soren and Paddy Steinfort
4.2_ The Anatomy of a Research Article
Angela Duckworth: 4.2 Grit and Other People
4.3_A Review of Validity
Angela Duckworth: 4.3 Grit & Parenting
Research: Angela Duckworth: Consequential Validity
Practitioner Interview: (4.3) Andrew Soren
Becoming an Educated Consumer of Research: A Quick Look at the Basics of Research Methodologies and Design
How to Read a Research Study Article
Eavesdropping on Happiness
Grit
Quiz 4

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the science behind happiness and learn practical methods to cultivate positivity in your life with the Positive Psychology Methods course on Coursera. This highly rated course has received numerous positive reviews from students who have found it to be engaging, insightful, and transformative.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the course to be highly engaging and informative, providing practical tools and strategies for cultivating positivity in daily life.

Pros from User Reviews

Engaging and insightful content
Practical tools and strategies for cultivating positivity
Transformative and life-changing
Excellent instructor and course materials
Great value for the price

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course to be too basic or simplistic
The course may not be suitable for those looking for a more academic or research-oriented approach
Some technical issues with the platform or course materials
Lack of interaction and feedback from the instructor
Some users found the course to be repetitive or redundant

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