Group Psychology (2008/2009)

Learning outcomes

Educational goals are :
-to analyze in depth and discuss various social theories related to the dynamics into small groups,
-to analyze tipes of perception and categorization and judgment in educational professional context
-to analyze forms and underline processes in interpersonal activities within small groups.

Contents:
-social categorization end perception,
-regolation of emotion and social facilitation
-group think
-group polarization
-social loafing
-bystander effect, coesion and interdependence.
-Attitudes and stereotypes
Texts
Pedrazza M. 2007, L’educatore extrascolastico, Carocci, Roma
Zucchermaglio C., 2002, Psicologia culturale dei gruppi, Carocci, Roma.

Oral examination.