About this course: Positive interventions are one of the building blocks for the application of positive psychology in our day-to-day lives. In this course taught by Dr. James Pawelski, we explore positive interventions through theory, research and practice. We provide learners the basic tools for using and measuring positive psychology in professional or personal contexts. Suggested prerequisite: Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science.

Who is this class for: This class is for all students interested in Positive Psychology.

Created by: University of Pennsylvania

Taught by: James Pawelski, Ph.D. , Director of Education and Senior Scholar
Positive Psychology Center

Basic Info	Course 2 of 5 in the Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization.
Level	Beginner
Commitment	Four weeks of study, 4-6 hours a week
Language	English
How To Pass	Pass all graded assignments to complete the course.
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Syllabus

WEEK 1

Introducing the Course and Exploring Positive Emotions

11 videos, 2 readings, 1 practice quiz

Graded: Module 1 Quiz

Graded: Three Good Things

WEEK 2

Understanding and Cultivating a Healthy Emotional Life

12 videos, 1 reading, 1 practice quiz

Graded: Module 2 Quiz

Graded: Managing Emotions

WEEK 3

Identifying and Using Character Strengths

12 videos, 1 practice quiz

Graded: Module 3 Quiz

Graded: Strengths

WEEK 4

Setting and Achieving Goals

12 videos, 2 readings, 1 practice quiz

Graded: Module 4 Quiz

Graded: Goal Setting

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