Understanding the Self and Others (Theory)

Paper Code: 
25SPSY401
Credits: 
04
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable students to understand and develop personal growth, empathy, mindfulness, creativity, and decision-making skills while focusing on fostering a growth mindset, enhancing empathy and compassion, practicing mindfulness, stimulating creativity, and taking responsibility for personal decisions.

 

Course Outcomes: 

COURSE

Course Outcomes

Learning and teaching

strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

25SPSY401

Understan ding           the

Self          and Others (Theory)

CO1: Learn strategies for changing their mindset, including how to cultivate a growth mindset, develop a positive self-image, and overcome obstacles.

CO2: Explore different perspectives on empathy and compassion, and

learn how to develop these qualities

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Learning activities for                the students: Self-learning

assignments, application based questions, Seminar presentation,

Class            test, Semester end examinations

,           Quiz,

Assignments, Presentation,

 

 

in themselves and others.

 

 

 

CO3:        Learn              multitude              of

 

 

 

mindfulness practices, and to initiate

 

 

 

more conscious action.

 

 

 

CO4: Learn to think with open-

 

 

 

mindedness,                         flexibility                         and

 

 

 

experience a state of flow

 

 

 

CO5:    Understand           the           important

 

 

 

components of different types of

 

 

 

research report and observing the

 

 

 

precautions to maintain ethical and

 

 

 

moral integrity of the researcher.

 

 

 

CO6:     Contribute            effectively            in

 

 

 

course-specific interaction.

 

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Mindset:

Introduction to Mindset theory; Overview and characteristics of fixed and growth mindset. Themes for experiential learning will be: Embracing challenges, cultivating curiosity, Collaboration with others, seeking out feedback, Focusing on efforts

12.00
Unit II: 
Empathy and Compassion:

Introduction to empathy and compassion; How do empathy and compassion affect our relationships with others.

Themes for experiential learning: Active listening, Learning about different cultures and backgrounds, Volunteering, Practicing self-compassion, Gratitude exercises

12.00
Unit III: 
Mindfulness:

Introduction to mindfulness, The role of intention, attention and attitude in mindfulness, The relationship between body and mind.

Themes for experiential learning: Identifying and labeling emotions, RAIN technique, STOP technique, Cultivating positive self-talk, Guided meditation, Mindful movement

12.00
Unit IV: 
Creativity and Flow:

The relationship between flow and creativity, Factors influencing creativity and flow state, Role of flow in motivation and achievement

Themes for experiential learning: Incorporating play into daily activities, Stimulation of senses, Creative exercises, Brainstorming sessions, Setting the right environment

12.00
Unit V: 
Taking responsibility for one’s decisions:

Introduction to the process of decision-making, Attribution and biases in decision-making

Themes for experiential learning will be: Bounded rationality, Self-awareness, Self-reflection, Encouraging critical thinking, Setting clear goals, Fostering collaboration

Essential Readings: 
  • Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990). Flow. New York: Harper and Row.
  • Dweck, C. (2006). Mindset: The new psychology of success. New York: Ballantine Books.
  • Thich N. H. The miracle of mindfulness: Introduction to the practice of meditation. Boston: Beacon Press

Suggested Readings:

  • Carr, A. (2004). Positive Psychology: The science of happiness and human strength.UK: Routledge

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Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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