Learning Outcomes

In this free course, you will learn how to:

• Define the concepts of psychology and positive psychology
• Identify the basic themes of positive psychology
• Discuss the different methods of research in psychology
• Explain the concepts of character strength and virtue
• Analyze the models of character strength and virtue
• Discuss the concept of happiness and wellbeing
• Analyze the role of culture in happiness
• Explain the processes of positive emotional state
• Discuss the concept of self and other intrapersonal strengths
• Explain the psychology of forgiveness
• Discuss the concepts of love, empathy, and altruism
• Analyze recent trends and directions in positive psychology