Course program
The laboratories are divided into 3 modules.
Module 1 addresses the topic of emotion regulation strategies according to Gross's model and from the perspective of temperament studies.
Module 2 covers the following topics:
a) positive emotions, regulation and ,well-being- adjustment across the lifespan; b) emotions, empathy, and moral behavior.
Module 3 explores the role of emotions in behavior regulation within the framework of social-cognitive theory and introduces interventions aimed at promoting well-being and health and preventing maladaptive or at-risk behaviors.
Prerequisites
The student must have a basic knowledge of the main theories of emotions.
Books
I testi saranno comunicati il primo giorno di lezione
Frequency
Attendance is mandatory for at least 70% of the classes in order to be considered an attending student
Exam mode
Exam Format for Attending Students
The exam format (the same for both parts of the course) for attending students consists of three intermediate tests:
-First Intermediate Test: 8 multiple-choice questions and 4 open-ended questions.
-Second Intermediate Test: Group presentation of a scientific article written in English.
This test aims to assess: Students' ability to read and critically evaluate both theoretical models and empirical research findings. The ability to present empirical research results effectively and professionally. Cross-disciplinary skills such as teamwork and collaboration.
-Third Intermediate Test: 4 multiple-choice questions and 4 open-ended questions.
Exam Format for Non-Attending Students
Non-attending students will take a single exam, which includes:
-15 multiple-choice questions
- 6 open-ended questions
These questions aim to assess knowledge acquisition by independently studying textbooks and assigned readings.
NUMBER OF TEST AND TIMINGg
For attending students, the three intermediate tests are scheduled as follows:
-First Intermediate Test: Approximately in the seventh week of lectures.
-Second Intermediate Test: Group presentation of an English-language scientific article at a variable schedule.
-Third Intermediate Test: Approximately in the last week of the course.
For non-attending students, the single exam (15 multiple-choice questions and 6 open-ended questions) will take place on the official exam date.
Exam Type, Duration, and Administration
For attending students, the three intermediate tests are structured as follows:
First Intermediate Test:
Format: Written
Duration: 120 minutes
8 multiple-choice questions, 4 open-ended questions
Second Intermediate Test:
Format: Oral group presentation
Duration: 30 minutes
Third Intermediate Test:
Format: Written
Duration: 120 minutes
8 multiple-choice questions, 4 open-ended questions
Final Evaluation
Attending Students
The final grade for attending students is calculated as follows:
First Intermediate Test (Score converted to a 30-point scale):
-8 multiple-choice questions: Four answer options, one correct. Each correct answer = 1 point; no penalties for incorrect answers.
-4 open-ended questions: Scored from 0 to 3 points: 0 = Insufficient, 1 = Sufficient, 2 = Good, 3 = Excellent.
Second Intermediate Test (Score expressed in a 30-point scale):
Group presentation of a scientific article in English, graded on a 30-point scale.
Third Intermediate Test (Score converted to a 30-point scale):
Same structure and grading as the First Intermediate Test.
Final Score Calculation:
The final grade is the average of:
a) The average of the First and Third Intermediate Test scores
b) The group oral presentation score
Example Calculation:
First Test = 26
Third Test = 22
Oral Presentation = 30
Final Grade: [(26 + 22) / 2 + 30] / 2 = (24 + 30) / 2 = 27
Non-Attending Students
For non-attending students, the final grade is based on:
- 15 Multiple-Choice Questions (Score converted to a 30-point scale):. Four answer options, one correct. Each correct answer = 1 point; no penalties for incorrect answers.
-6 Open-Ended Questions (Score converted to a 30-point scale):
Scored from 0 to 3 points: : 0 = Insufficient, 1 = Sufficient, 2 = Good, 3 = Excellent.
The final grade is the average of the scores from the two exam sections.
Lesson mode
Classe will include both individual and group exercises, as well as flipped lessons led by students