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PSY2301 Learning and Motivation
SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE
Credit Points: 15
Prerequisites:
PSY1101 Introduction to Psychology
 
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.

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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
K12Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and Addiction Studies)
K82Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and Counselling)
E95Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
K13Bachelor of Arts (Psychology, Criminology and Justice)
K34Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
K58Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science
K67Bachelor of Psychological Science
E37Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
K71Bachelor of Speech Pathology
Q89Graduate Diploma of Psychology
DMPSADPsychology - Addiction Studies Double Major
DMPCFSPsychology - Children and Family Studies Double Major
DMPSWSPsychology - Women's Studies Double Major
DMPSCRPsychology and Criminology Double Major
DMAAADPsychology and Disability Studies Double Major
DMAAABPsychology and English Double Major
DMAAAAPsychology and Writing Double Major
DMAAACPsychology and Youth Work Double Major
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/04/2009 VET: 30/04/2009