LPSS018 Group Dynamics (4 cr)

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Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020

Description

Content

The course includes different aspects of group structure and processes, cohesion and leadership.

Completion methods

Lecture 20 h, Manuscript reviews , final project OR a book exam.

Assessment details

Manuscript reviews (30%), final project (70%) (4 ECTS credits)

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course, student is able to
- describe and explain theoretical approaches and identify factors associated with group processes
- critically examine the different existing approaches in the study of group dynamics
- critically assess the validity of leadership theories
- implement strategies for team building and problem-solving situations

Additional information

1st year Spring

Literature

  • Carron, A.V. & Hausenblas, H.A. & Eys, M.A. (2005, 3rd ed.), Group Dynamics in Sport. Morgantown, W.V: Fitness Information Technology, (chapters 10 to 16: pages 129 - 260)
  • Carron, A.V. & Hausenblas, H.A. & Eys, M.A. (2005, 3rd ed.), Group Dynamics in Sport. Morgantown, W.V: Fitness Information Technology, (pages 129 to 260)
  • Rovio, E., Lintunen, T. & Salmi, O. (2009). Ryhmäilmiöt liikunnassa. Liikuntatieteellinen Seuran julkaisu nro 163, Helsinki
  • OR following two books:
  • AND
  • Beauchamp, M.R. & Eys M.A. (2007). Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sports Psychology: Contemporary Themes. Routledge (256 pages)
  • Following two books:

Completion methods

Method 1

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Method 2

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Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (4 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
No published teaching
x

Exam (4 cr)

Type:
Exam
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English

Teaching