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| PSY2301 | Learning and Motivation | ||
| SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE | |||
| Credit Points: 15 | |||
| Prerequisites: | |||
| PSY1101 | Introduction to Psychology | ||
| PSY1102 | Research Methods in Psychology 1 | ||
| Description: | |||
| This unit examines research and theory that addresses the question of why people behave as they do. Learning theory focuses on the influence of preceding and consequent stimuli in the behaviour of individuals and groups, and looks at principles of behaviour modification. A range of motivational explanations of behaviour is examined, and the roles of emotional and cognitive processes are considered. The unit includes applications of motivation theory to areas such as moral behaviour, work, education, sport, and leisure. | |||
This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets | |||
| G40 | Bachelor of Arts (Psychology - Addiction Studies) | ||
| E94 | Bachelor of Arts (Psychology - Children and Family Studies) | ||
| E39 | Bachelor of Arts (Psychology - Criminology) | ||
| G02 | Bachelor of Arts (Psychology - Women's Studies) | ||
| E95 | Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) | ||
| M33 | Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)/Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) | ||
| E37 | Bachelor of Science (Psychology) | ||
| MIPSY | Psychology Minor | ||
| Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005) | |||
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 18/11/2004