Curricular Unit:			Code:
Psychology			1096PSIC
Year:	Level:	Course:	Credits:
1	CTSP	Health Services Aid	4 ects
Learning Period:		Language of Instruction:	Total Hours:
Winter Semester		Portuguese/English	52
Learning Outcomes of the Curricular Unit:
This curricular unit aims to give a conceptual and global framework, searching for development of knowledge in Psychology. (i) Promote the acquisition, development and deepening of concepts and knowledge in the area of psychology; (ii) Understand the importance of the psychological aspects inherent to human behavior; (iii) Ability to communicate interpersonal and intergroup; (iv) To develop oral and written communication skills, as well as a critical and self-critical attitude.
Syllabus:
1st Unit - 1. Introduction to the Study of Psychology: 1.1. Science and Behavior; 1.2. Origin and framework of Modern Psychology; 1.3. Biological Foundations of Behavior 2nd Unit – 2. Fundamental Psychological Processes: 2.1. Sensory Processes; 2.2. Perception; 2.3. Motivation. 3st Unit – 3. Complex Psychological Processes: 3.1. Learning 3.2. Memory 3.3. Language and Thought
Demonstration of the Syllabus Coherence with the Curricular Unit's Objectives:
1st unit - Syllabus contents focus on the introduction to the study of human behavior for the acquisition and development of knowledge in the field of psychology. 2st & 3nd unit - Syllabus contents focus on the theoretical analysis of psychological phenomena leading, to the practical application of those phenomena in the global analysis of human behavior. Thus, potentiates the deepening of knowledge in the area of psychology and emphasizes the importance of psychological aspects in the analysis and understanding of human behavior. They are also encouraged critical analysis skills as well as oral and written communication.
Teaching Methodologies (Including Evaluation):
Teaching methodology will include theoretical lecturing, research, reading and discussion of specific references, as well as thematic debates and critical reflection. Assessment will be continuous and based on a written test (60%), a practical essay, an oral presentation and work discussion (40%), as well as the execution of theoretical and practical tasks in the classroom, including students’ participation.
Demonstration of the Coherence between the Teaching Methodologies and the Learning Outcomes:
1st unit - Theoretical exposition of contents related to this study area; presentation and handling of materials used in psychology and; Individual and group debate of cases illustrating different problems that may potentially emerge in psychology; 2st & 3nd unit – Theoretical exposition of contents related to theoretical issues in the area of psychology; illustration of theoretical concepts through analysis and discussion of some texts; Brainstorming, group discussions, further exercises of practical applicability.
Reading:
Berstein, D., & Nash, P. (2018). Essentials of psychology. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin. Braghirolli, E., Bisi, G., Rizzon, L., & Nicoletto, U. (2003). Psicologia Geral. S. Paulo: Editora Vozes Davidoff, L. (2000). Introdução à Psicologia. São Paulo: Makron books Gleitman, H., Fridlund, A., & Reisberg, D. (2011). Psicologia. Lisboa: Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian. Machado, T. S. (2019). Psicologia Geral. Lisboa: Universidade Aberta. Pinto, A. (2001). Psicologia Geral. Lisboa: Universidade Aberta. Schultz, D., & Schultz, S. (2020). História Da Psicologia Moderna. S.Paulo: Thomson Pioneira Weiner, I. (2012). Handbook of Psychology. Florida: Wiley
Lecturer (* Responsible):
Carla Fonte (cfonte@ufp.edu.pt)