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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Social Psychology by Wesleyan University

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About the Course

Ever wonder why people do what they do? This course—which includes more than $1,000 of video and reading materials—offers some answers based on the latest research from social psychology. Students taking the course for a Certificate will also receive free membership in Social Psychology Network (SocialPsychology.org). COURSE DESCRIPTION FROM PROFESSOR PLOUS: Each of us is dealt a different hand in life, but we all face similar questions when it comes to human behavior: What leads us to like one person and dislike another? How do conflicts and prejudices develop, and how can they be reduced? Can psychological research help protect the environment, and if so, how? This course offers a brief introduction to classic and contemporary social psychology, covering topics such as decision making, persuasion, group behavior, personal attraction, and factors that promote health and well-being. Our focus will be on surprising, entertaining, and intriguing research findings that are easy to apply in daily life. The course will also draw from the websites of Social Psychology Network, the world's largest online community devoted to social psychology. I hope you'll join me for this course, have fun, and learn some useful information that enriches your life....

Top reviews

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Jun 12, 2020

Very interesting course, tons of great material. Of all the courses I have taken so far in Coursera, this is one of the few that has pushed me to focus on the material we were going over-great course.

JM

Aug 15, 2020

Professor Plous made me understand the lessons because he explained well all the lessons, and he provided enough information about the Social Psychology. More power to Coursera and Professor Plous :)

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By Safwan A K

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Sep 19, 2023

excellent course. opened my eyes to what i could not see before. amazing research. amazing collection and selection presented by the course director. God Bless You.

By Felix B

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Dec 26, 2021

Very Good Course. The best content were the different videos, specially those who show the different experiments and it explanation. Is a real good way for learning

By Roxana K z

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Aug 27, 2021

This was my very first online course and I found it very interesting and insightful. A huge kudos & Thank you very much to everyone who contributed to this course!

By Sheethal N S

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Aug 10, 2020

I had a great time. It wasn't just about about education, it was more like infotainment. The course was great. Thank you, Mr. Scott Plous. I'll always be grateful.

By Khoa H

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Jan 17, 2022

This course is great, it provide me with the most basic knowledge of psychology. If you are a newbie, don't wait any longer and register for the course right away

By Nathalie M

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Jul 26, 2020

Thanks so much for this very insightful course. I have learnt so much and also a lot about myself. Thanks to Professor Plous for his time, his clarity and empathy

By Haritha.R

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Jun 4, 2020

Thankyou sir for this amazing course.Classes are more interactive and interesting....I am so glad that I selected this course.Once again Thankyou and God bless !!

By Monica P

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May 20, 2020

A very insightful and interesting course taken by a passionate and caring professor - Scott Plous. I definitely recommend this to others interested in psychology!

By Sejiro G

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Oct 31, 2022

Excellent teaching and evidence based researches were implored to further improve students experience . PROF SCOT PLOUS is simply the best at social psychology.

By Emma A

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Jun 3, 2020

This was a fabulous course; very in-depth and interesting. I learnt so much and enjoyed it, too! Thanks to Scott Plous and his team for presenting this course.

By prachibansal24

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Mar 29, 2019

I recommend this course to anyone who is interested in understanding people and relations in general. It is very well designed and Professor Plous is brilliant !

By sushma d

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Jan 1, 2024

i find it very challenging and worth it also as being social animal i feel i should be sensible enough to socialize and understand within me and surrounding me.

By Eden L

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Oct 16, 2020

Really fascinating and eye-opening concepts that get you to look at what is happening in the world through the lens of a social psychologist. Strongly recommend

By Nisrine N

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Jun 1, 2020

I loves this course, very rich with a lot interesting real life experiments videos and reading. The instructor Dr. Plous is great, highest respect (Chapeau bas)

By Vinay S

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Apr 20, 2020

The course was immensely helpful for giving me a rational and clear perspective. I highly recommend taking this course by super interesting professor Scout Plus

By Redempta R C

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Sep 18, 2021

Loved being a part of this course. cant thank professor Scott Plous enough for being an amazing teacher and coursera for giving us this wonderful opportunity!!

By Hilary D

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Sep 3, 2020

I had a great experience taking this course. Not only is it an interesting course, the professor Scott Plous makes things fun to learn. I would 100% recommend!

By Glori V

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Jun 24, 2020

Awesome course! I enjoy it because it is very usefull in those days. Help me a lot to understand how connect and be more empathy with my family and community.

By Liew W Y

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Jun 17, 2020

Wonderful and interactive programme with great informative videos and guest speakers. And of course, kudos to Scott Plous for delivering such impactful agenda.

By Elena D

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May 25, 2020

Thank you! I had a great experience. This course is great for beginners as well as for people wanting to add and brush-up on their social psychology knowledge.

By Lindhsay S H M

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Aug 31, 2020

It is an excellent course, it will serve you in your daily life and above all at the end of the course it will no longer be tiresome but it will be a routine.

By Amelia C

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Jul 17, 2020

Amazing introduction to social psychology, the course was very interactive and covered a wide range of topics. Looking forward to studying this topic further.

By Naveen K

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Jun 6, 2020

One of the best courses to understanding the basics of Social Psychology. Course content is good and professor Scott Plous deliver it in an amazing way to us.

By Diane V

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May 16, 2020

Very interesting for my first course in Psychology. I liked Professor Pious and his teaching style.

As a result I am taking positive psychology next .

Thank you