LPSS018 Group Dynamics (4 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023
Description
Content
The course explores the nature and utility of groups, effects of group interaction and communication, variability of group resources, and the nature of group development. Leadership theories, team building strategies and team building in sport will be explored and possible interventions introduced.
Completion methods
Lecture 20 h and assignment.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, student is able to
- Understand theoretical approaches and factors associated with group processes
- Critically examine the different existing approaches in the study of group dynamics
- Critically assess the validity of leadership theories
- Explain strategies for team building
- Apply the knowledge gained by having an active role in problem-solving situations.
Additional information
1st year Spring
Study materials
Beauchamp, M.R. & Eys M.A. (2007). Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sports Psychology: Contemporary Themes. Routledge (256 pages)
Literature
- Rovio, E., Lintunen, T. & Salmi, O. (2009). Ryhmäilmiöt liikunnassa. Liikuntatieteellinen Seuran julkaisu nro 163, Helsinki
Completion methods
Method 1
Time of teaching:
Period 3, Period 4
Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (4 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English