JAN 352-01 - The Psychology of Becoming Happier

Level:  300-level (1-unit)

Course Times: TBA

Course Materials Fee:  $0

Instructor(s):  Michal Strahilevitz   

Email:  ms9@stmarys-ca.edu

Students will learn about psychology-based techniques for improving happiness and the benefits to one’s health and career of adopting these practices. The course is divided into one-week segments featuring lectures and in-class discussions, and opportunities to share what you have learned from your weekly assignments as well as substantial weekly asynchronous work where you apply what you learn. There will be readings and podcasts assigned. However, the majority of time outside of class will be spent on “happiness practices” from the field of psychology that students will try on their own throughout each week and share and reflect about both in class and on our asynchronous platform.

 

Prerequisites & Notes

 

Credits: 1