Positive Psychology

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Positive Psychology

Instructor: Dr. Barbara L. Fredrickson

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

6,015 reviews

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

98%

Most learners liked this course

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There are 6 modules in this course

This course discusses research findings in the field of positive psychology, conducted by Barbara Fredrickson and her colleagues. It also features practical applications of this science that you can put to use immediately to help you live a full and meaningful life.

Look “under the hood” to discover the powerful drivers of growth, well-being, and health.

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4 videos3 readings1 assignment

4 videos Total 51 minutes

Emotions 14 minutes
Upward Spirals 10 minutes
Ten Positive Emotions 17 minutes
The Broaden-and-Build Theory 9 minutes

3 readings Total 30 minutes

Fredrickson (2003) American Scientist 10 minutes
(Optional) Experiential Activity: Build a Positivity Portfolio 10 minutes
(Optional) Scholarly References and Additional Resources 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Week 1 Quiz 30 minutes

Discover the roots of flexibility, creativity, and resilience.

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4 videos3 readings1 assignment

4 videos Total 47 minutes

Broadened Awareness 15 minutes
Built Resources 9 minutes
Resilience 15 minutes
Positivity & Entrepreneurship: An interview with Dr. Debby Stroman 8 minutes

3 readings Total 30 minutes

The Science of Happiness 10 minutes
(Optional) Experiential Activity: Use Your Positivity Portfolio to Reverse a Downward Spiral 10 minutes
(Optional) Scholarly References and Additional Resources 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Week 2 Quiz 30 minutes

Discover the ratios and priorities that best promote flourishing and learn common pitfalls to avoid.

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3 videos3 readings1 assignment

3 videos Total 43 minutes

Positivity Ratios 15 minutes
Prioritizing Positivity 15 minutes
Positivity and Policy: An interview with Darren Coppin 12 minutes

3 readings Total 30 minutes

Positivity Self Test 10 minutes
(Optional) Experiential Activity: Take the Positivity Self-Test Challenge 10 minutes
(Optional) Scholarly References and Additional Resources 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Week 3 Quiz 30 minutes

Unveil the force of co-experienced positive emotions and practice this lab-tested meditation honed over millennia.

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6 videos3 readings1 assignment

6 videos Total 80 minutes

What is Love? 18 minutes
Positivity Resonance 15 minutes
Loving-Kindness Introduced 11 minutes
Loving-Kindness Practiced 12 minutes
Investigating Positivity Resonance: An Interview with Brett Major 9 minutes
Loving-Kindness Meditation 15 minutes

3 readings Total 30 minutes

The One You're With 10 minutes
(Optional) Experiential Activity: Practice Loving-Kindness Meditation 10 minutes
(Optional) Scholarly References and Additional Resources 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Week 4 Quiz 30 minutes

Learn to spot the health benefits that loving-kindness uniquely nourishes.

What's included

4 videos3 readings1 assignment

4 videos Total 53 minutes

Cardiovascular Benefits 15 minutes
Immune Benefits 11 minutes
Savoring Connections 17 minutes
Positivity & Wellness: An interview with Kelly Stack 10 minutes

3 readings Total 30 minutes

Dr. Fredrickson’s Op Ed in the New York Times (2013) 10 minutes
(Optional) Experiential Activity: Reflect on Social Connections 10 minutes
(Optional) Scholarly References and Additional Resources 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Week 5 Quiz 30 minutes

Far beyond you and your happiness, positive psychology radiates out to benefit your relationships and community.

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3 videos3 readings1 assignment

3 videos Total 37 minutes

Gratitude 12 minutes
A New Emotion Born 19 minutes
Positivity & Schools: An interview with Patrick Akos 6 minutes

3 readings Total 30 minutes

Dr. Fredrickson's TEDx Talk on Remaking Love 10 minutes
(Optional) Experiential Activity: Take the Make a Difference Challenge 10 minutes
(Optional) Scholarly References and Additional Resources 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Week 6 Quiz 30 minutes

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Dr. Barbara L. Fredrickson

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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I am so glad i'm taking this course. it's worth my time. I'm not a fan of positive psychology because i thought it was all injecting the positive emotions. but its not its about being open.

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2020

Dr Barbara Fredrickson help me realize the value of positive emotion and the message of negative emotions. The emphasis one should prioritize on both emotions and connection and love between them.

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