International cooperation and development

The course will address the contributions that social psychology provides to the understanding of the processes of development and peace. After a brief introduction (6 hours) on the history, methodologies and epistemological premises of social psychology, The main themes of peace psychology will be addressed - perception of oneself and others - aggressive and prosocial conduct - intractable conflicts and reconciliation For each of these themes we will examine some relevant empirical contributions, reflecting on the methods used and on the scientific debate related to the interpretation of these seminal research. Where necessary, contents of cognitive psychology will be introduced in the course and cultural, discursive and constructivist approaches will be addressed. In the second part of the course, applied examples of community development in the perspective of peace psychology will be explored, also through group exercises and analyzes.

No previous experience is required

Programma previsto Capitoli / paragrafi tratti da Bretherton, D., Law, S.F. (Eds.), Methodologies in Peace Psychology. Peace Research by Peaceful Means. Springer. MacNair, R. M. (2015). Theories Underlying Research in Peace Psychology Pilisuk, M. et al. (2015). Ethical Objectives and Values, in Peace Psychology and Social Justice Research Noor, N. et al. (2015). Themes in Peace Psychology Research Capitoli / paragrafi tratti da Christie, D. J., Wagner, R. V., & Winter, D. A. (Eds.), Peace, Conflict, and Violence: Peace Psychology for the 21st Century. Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice-Hall. Wessels, M. et al. (2001). Psychologists Building Cultures of Peace Druckman, D. (2001). Nationalism And War: A Social-Psychological Perspective Staub, E. (2001). Genocide and mass killing: Their roots and prevention Sanson, A. & Bretherton, D. (2001). Conflict Resolution: Theoretical And Practical Issues Nota: il testo è disponibile all’indirizzo http://u.osu.edu/christie/about/peace-conflict-and-violence-peace-psychology- for-the-21st-century/ I capitoli sono disponibili tradotti in italiano anche in Sapio A. (2004), Per una psicologia della pace, FrancoAngeli. Capitoli / paragrafi tratti da Leone, G., Mazzara, B.M., & Sarrica, M. (Eds.). La psicologia sociale. Processi mentali, comunicazione e cultura. Laterza. Mazzara, B.M. (2013). Natura e obiettivi della psicologia sociale Mazzara, B.M. (2013). Pregiudizi, stereotipi e relazioni tra gruppi Leone, G. (2013). § Vedersi, ma non incontrarsi: esempi di incontro interpersonale mancato Sarrica, M. (2013). § Dinamiche interpersonali in una prigione simulata Articoli scientifici: Bar-tal, D. (2000). From Intractable Conflict Through Conflict Resolution to Reconciliation : Psychological Analysis. Political Psychology, 21(2), 351–365. Coleman, P. T. (2003). Characteristics of Protracted , Intractable Conflict : Toward the Development of a Metaframework – I. Peace and Conflict: Journal of Peace Psychology, 9(1), 1–37. Leone, G., & Sarrica, M. (2017). The making of a civic discourse on controversial historical past: from denial to parrhesia. ESSACHESS. Journal for Communication Studies, 10(1-19), 33–53.

Lectures, aimed at achieving mastery and awareness of possible psychological processes in the field of peace and development, knowledge and understanding of the main topics of study of peace psychology and the ability to apply the knowledge acquired in a competent manner to problems concerning development, peace and constructive management of conflicts. Group exercises centered on the themes of development and intergroup relations, aimed at developing the ability to apply the knowledge gained by arguing the light of the contribution made by psychology, to develop critical skills and judgment and ability to communicate what has been learned. In consideration of the Covid-19 emergency and with reference to the evolution of government and health authority regulations, lessons may also be held at a distance or in mixed mode (in presence and at a distance), in any case ensuring compliance with safety regulations on the occasions in presence

Attendance is optional and is intended as an active participation in lectures, small group practical exercises and in-depth study.

The exam is oral and aims to evaluate the adequate mastery and awareness of the areas of study, the lexicon and methodologies of the discipline. The oral examination will also evaluate the analytical and reflection skills and the ability to apply the acquired knowledge in a competent way to problems concerning peace and community development, arguing in light of the contribution provided by psychology. Attending students could evaluate the achievement of the training objectives throughout the course, through the evaluation of the exercises and the report produced in a small group. The evaluation will be completed with the oral exam. DSA and disability tutoring and teaching support service Students registered in the DSA and disability service may contact the Department of Communication and Social Research's teaching contact person, Prof. Lucia D'Ambrosi email dsa.coris@uniroma1.it, for specialised tutoring and teaching support services. These services are carried out in agreement with the Coris Department's Orientation, Tutoring and Placement Commission. Requests for specific supports to take examinations must be sent at least ten days before the test to the Disability Service and the DSA Service at the following email addresses servizio.disabilita@uniroma1.it for the Disability Services; servizio.dsa@uniroma1.it for the DSA Services by including the email address of the Contact Person (dsa.coris@uniroma1.it) in copy knowledge. Further information: https://web.uniroma1.it/coris/dipartimento/governo/referenti/referente-degli-studenti-con-dsa

Further readings Bar-tal, D. (2000). From Intractable Conflict Through Conflict Resolution to Reconciliation : Psychological Analysis. Political Psychology, 21(2), 351–365. Bar-Tal, D. (2004). The necessity of observing real life situations: Palestinian-Israeli violence as a laboratory for learning about social behaviour. European Journal of Social Psychology, 34(6), 677–701. http://doi.org/10.1002/ejsp.224 Coleman, P. T. (2003). Characteristics of Protracted , Intractable Conflict : Toward the Development of a Metaframework – I. Peace and Conflict: Journal of Peace Psychology, 9(1), 1–37. Gibson, J. L. (2006). The Contributions of Truth to Reconciliation: Lessons From South Africa. Journal of Conflict Resolution, 50(3), 409–432. http://doi.org/10.1177/0022002706287115 Gibson, S. (2014). Discourse , Defiance , and Rationality : “ Knowledge Work ” in the “ Obedience ” Experiments. Journal of Social Issues, 70(3), 424–438. http://doi.org/10.1111/josi.12069 Leone, G.. La riconciliazione tra gruppi. Carocci. Leone, G., & Sarrica, M. (2017). The making of a civic discourse on controversial historical past: from denial to parrhesia. ESSACHESS. Journal for Communication Studies, 10(1(19)), 33–53. Sarrica, M., & Contarello, A. (2004). Peace, War and Conflict: Social Representations Shared by Peace Activists and Non-Activists. Journal of Peace Research, 41(5), 549–568. http://doi.org/10.1177/0022343304045976

Lectures, aimed at achieving mastery and awareness of possible psychological processes in the field of peace and development, knowledge and understanding of the main topics of study of peace psychology and the ability to apply the knowledge acquired in a competent manner to problems concerning development, peace and constructive management of conflicts. Group exercises centered on the themes of development and intergroup relations, aimed at developing the ability to apply the knowledge gained by arguing the light of the contribution made by psychology, to develop critical skills and judgment and ability to communicate what has been learned. In consideration of the Covid-19 emergency and with reference to the evolution of government and health authority regulations, lessons may also be held at a distance or in mixed mode (in presence and at a distance), in any case ensuring compliance with safety regulations on the occasions in presence