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, 2023-2024

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
x

Lectures and assignment (4 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Study methods:

Active participation to the lecture and assignment 

Teaching