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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Cyberpsychology | |||
| Reference | SSM126 | Version | 1 |
| Created | April 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | June 2021 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
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| The exponential use of the internet means that there is interest in its day-to-day use. Drawing from theory and research, this module will examine the psychological aspects of online interactions, relationship and behaviours. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Critically evaluate the characteristics of the Internet and its influence on online relationships and identity development |
| 2 | Demonstrate a critical understanding of psychological theory relevant to online behaviour. |
| 3 | Apply knowledge of psychological theory and research to explain human and group behaviour and dynamics in cyberspace. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Psychological research and theories relating to: self and identity online; online love and relationships; social influence online; Internet disorders; and cybercrime. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Online distance learning, with a combination of online lectures, discussion boards, online seminars, directed reading and private study |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 24 | 24 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 126 | 126 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Practical Exam | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3 |
| Description: | Component 1 will be assessed by a video presentation through which students will apply psychological theory and concepts to examine the relationship between cyberspace and behaviour. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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| Explanatory Text | |
| There is one component which contributes 100% to the module total. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | The student needs an A in C1 |
| B | The student needs a B in C1 |
| C | The student needs a C in C1 |
| D | The student needs a D in C1 |
| E | The student needs an E in C1 |
| F | The student needs an F in C1 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | Whitty, M.T. and Young. G. (2016). Cyberpsychology: The study of individuals, society and digital technologies. Wiley. |
| 2 | Norman, K.L. (2014). Cyberpsychology: And introduction to human-computer interaction. Cambridge University Press. |