Group Psychology (2007/2008)

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.

-social categorization end perception,
-regolation of emotion and social facilitation ( Zajonc, 1965)
-group think
-group polarization
-social loafing
-bystander effect, coesion and interdependence.
-attitudes and stereotypes

Texts:
- Pedrazza M. 2007, L’educatore professionale, Carocci, Roma
- Sherif M., 1972, Interazione sociale, Il Mulino , Bologna

Oral examination.