授業の目的 【日本語】
Goals of the Course(JPN) | | | このセミナーの目的は、応用心理学における多様なトピックを探求し、人類と非ヒト霊長類の類似点と相違点を明らかにすることです。認知、感情、知覚、学習、コミュニケーション、社会的行動といった主要な領域を調べることで、学生は人類心理学の進化的起源についてより深い理解を得ることができます。同時に、このコースでは、異なる霊長類間で共有される価値観や能力に関する新しい概念を探求し、生命の連続性と多様性に対する理解を深めます。学生は批判的思考、科学的推論、種間分析のスキルを身につけるでしょう。 |
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授業の目的 【英語】
Goals of the Course | | | The aim of this seminar is to delve into a diverse array of topics within Applied Psychology, highlighting both the similarities and differences between humans and non-human primates. By examining key areas such as cognition, emotion, perception, learning, communication, and social behavior, students will gain a deeper understanding of the evolutionary roots of human psychology. At the same time, this course invites students to explore new conceptualizations of shared values and abilities across primate species, fostering an appreciation for the continuity and diversity of life. Students will develop skills in critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and cross-species analysis. |
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到達目標 【日本語】
Objectives of the Course(JPN) | | | 議論を通じて、学生は行動を形作る生物学的、心理学的、環境的な要因について批判的に考えるよう促されます。コースの終わりには、学生は応用心理学における研究の基礎（理論から実践まで）を理解し、実践できるようになります。具体的には、サンプリング技法や質的・量的研究方法、そして研究中に考慮すべき倫理的・文化的な問題について学びます。最終的には、このコースが人間と非ヒト種にわたるこれらのテーマへの学生の好奇心を刺激することを目指します。 |
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到達目標 【英語】
Objectives of the Course | | | The discussions will challenge students to think critically about the biological, psychological, and environmental factors that shape behavior. In the end of the course, students will be able to understand and practice the fundations for research in applied psychology from the theory to practice (sampling techniques, methods of qualitative and quantitative research) as well as ethical and cultural considerations to be undertaken during research. Ultimately, this course aims to sparkle the students' curiosity for these topics across the human and non-human species. |
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授業の内容や構成
Course Content / Plan | | 1. Evolutionary Psychology
a. basic definitions and evolutionary similarities and differences between humans and non-human primates;
b. comparison of developmental stages and processes between humans and non-human primates (e.g. early development, parenting, lifespan);
c. cross-species applications.
2. Communication
a. verbal and non-verbal forms of communication;
b. turn-taking communication signals;
c. interpersonal interactions.
3. Language.
4. Emotions and Motivation
a. emotion expressions and physiological responses;
b. intrinsic and extrinsic motivations (e.g. food and social bonds);
5. Self in a Social World
a. Theory of Mind;
b. Mirror Self-Recognition;
c. Deception and Tactical Deceit.
6. Group Behavior
a. social structures such as matrilineal and patrilineal societies;
b. hierarchical systems.
7. Altruism and Aggression
a. Empathy and Agonism;
b. Pro-social behavior;
c. Cooperation, Competition;
d. Violence.
8. Personality (conceptualization and methods for personality assessment across species; diversity, flexibility of personality traits).
9. Human and Non-human primate mental health
a. stress and coping mechanisms;
b. induced abnormal behavior and stereotypic behavior;
c. trauma.
10. Cognition and Learning
a. problem solving and tool use;
b. classical and operant conditioning;
c. observational learning, and active teaching.
11. Environmental Psychology
a. interrelation among physical environment;
b. environmental perception;
c. individual differences and behavior.
12. Research in Social and Animal Psychology (visit to the zoo)
a. sampling techniques;
b. qualitative and quantitative research.
13. Applied Psychology in Zoos (Applied Behavioral Analysis)
14. Ethical and Cultural considerations
a. cultural diversity in human attitudes;
b. ethics in research on primates and their conservation. |
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履修条件・関連する科目
Course Prerequisites and Related Courses | | | There are no prerequisites for taking this course, except for English proficiency to read specialist books in English and make presentations. Depending on the topic chosen for the assignments, students may be required to have some basic knowledge of statistical analysis. |
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成績評価の方法と基準
Course Evaluation Method and Criteria | | Assignments score: 80%
(students will be requested to run their independent project and write short essays on different topics throughout the semester)
Participation in class: 20%
(questions and commentary during class)
The passing score is more than 60% out of 100%. |
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教科書・テキスト
Textbook | | | Reference materials will be distributed in each class. |
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参考書
Reference Book | | | Materials for each topic will be informed in class. |
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課外学習等（授業時間外学習の指示）
Study Load(Self-directed Learning Outside Course Hours) | | | Students are required to read appropriate textbook chapters or references before each lesson. After attending the class, students are expected to organize the content of lecture in their own way using notes and to review them. In groups or solo, students will be requested to complete assignments and works outside course hours. |
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注意事項
Notice for Students | | | Please bring your own materials (notebook or laptop, etc). The order of topics may change to fit the schedule of guest lectures. |
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他学部生、他専攻生、他研究科生の受講の可否
Propriety of other undergraduate students, other major students, and other graduate students attendance | | |
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授業開講形態等
Lecture format, etc. | | | Face-to-face course, with remote classes using Zoom as necessary. One class will be a field trip. The class will be a lecture-style, open to questions and discussion among students. ※Justification for the absence of the face-to-face class and its replacement by remote class must be informed and explained prior to the class. |
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遠隔授業（オンデマンド型）で行う場合の追加措置
Additional measures for remote class (on-demand class) | | | Questions to the instructor should be asked directly during class or, alternatively, via email. |
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