The course “Psychology of Individual Differences is part of the core
subjects in B.A, under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) of UGC.
The course is specially designed to develop the comprehension of the
students about the concept of individual differences with the goal to
promote self-reflection and understanding of self and others. Again
enabling them to face Challenging times of chaos and confusion. This
course will also help the students to develop proper attitudes related to later
life adjustments.
| Course Status : | Upcoming |
| Course Type : | Core |
| Language for course content : | English |
| Duration : | 12 weeks |
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| Credit Points : | 4 |
| Level : | Undergraduate |
| Start Date : | 07 Jul 2025 |
| End Date : | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Enrollment Ends : | 31 Aug 2025 |
| Exam Date : | |
| NCrF Level : | 4.5 |
WEEK 1
Concept and determinants of individual differences
Areas of individual differences,Intellectual,Emotional and Social
Educational implications of Individual differences
Concept and Bio-psychosocial bases of Personality
WEEK 2
Cultural and Gender bases of personality
Psychodynamic Approach to Personality
Phenomenological Approach to Personality
Humanistic Approach to Personality
WEEK 3
Type approach to personality
Trait Approach to personality
Concept & Nature of Intelligence
Heredity and environmental influences on intelligence
WEEK 4
Psychometric approach to Intelligence
Cognitive Approach To Intelligence
Theory of Multiple intelligence
Emotional intelligence
WEEK 5
Triarchic Theory of Intelligence
Jean Piagetian model of intelligence
Group Differences and Extremes of Intelligence
Intellectually Gifted
WEEK 6
Concept of Self and Identity in Indian Thought
Philosophy Of Hinduism: Self And Identity
Nature of Vedic Philosophy
Concept of Self in Brahmanistic Philosophy
WEEK 7
Views of Buddhist Philosophy on Self
Philosophy Of Upanishads: Concept Of Self And Identity
The Philosophy Of Jainism
Basic Views Of Samkhya Philosophy On Self And Identity
WEEK 8
Vedanta Philosophy: Concept Of Self And Identity
Concept Of Self And Identity In Indian And Western Philosophy
Concept And Process Of Motivation
Intrinsic & extrinsic Motivation
WEEK 9
Self Determination theory of Motivation
Cognitive Approach to Motivation
Self Regulation
Self Enhancement
WEEK 10
Fostering creativity
Brain Storming Technique of Creativity
Creative Problem Solving
Role of Teacher in developing Creative thinking
Internal Assessment - Weekly assessments released in the course shall be considered for Internal Marks and will carry 30 percent for the Overall Result. Out of all weekly assignments, the best/top five scores will be considered for the final Internal Assessment marks.
End-term Assessment - The final exam shall be conducted by NTA, and will carry 70 percent for the overall Result.
All students who obtain 40% marks in the internal assessment and 40% marks in the end-term proctored exam separately will be eligible for the SWAYAM Credit Certificate.
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