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Course Description
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Course Name
Theories of Personality
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Host University
The American College of Greece
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Location
Athens, Greece
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Area of Study
Psychology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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US Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
DESCRIPTION:
Historical and theoretical examination of the concept of personality. Scientific conceptualization of human behaviour and critical evaluation and comparison of personality theories, with respect to comprehensiveness, empirical validity and applied value. Applications of principles of personality development to contemporary society.RATIONALE:
This course examines the development of personality theory from Freud to the present, and is therefore essential as it provides a global view of the field. An understanding of personality theory is important in the application of psychology as a helping professional and as a scientific investigator.LEARNING OUTCOMES:
As a result of taking this course, the student should be able to:
1. Conceptualise aspects of human behaviour scientifically.
2. Describe and explain the structure of the main personality theories.
3. Identify and trace the development of key concepts in personality theories.
4. Critically evaluate personality theories on the basis of the following criteria: comprehensiveness, precision/testability, parsimony, empirical validity, heuristic and applied value.
5. Elaborate on the concepts and language used by different theoretical models to define the structure of personality.METHOD OF TEACHING AND LEARNING:
In congruence with teaching and learning strategy of the college, the following tools are used:
- Classes consist of lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and case study discussions.
- Office hours
- Use of Blackboard site