Cyberpsychology, Identity and Online Behaviour
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Module Aims
Aim 1
This module aims to develop students’ knowledge of Cyberpsychology, enabling students to understand, discuss and critically evaluate the research, both within the wider framework of psychological theory and in terms of the practical implications for online behaviour and cyberpsychology.
Module Content
The module will develop students’ understanding of the theoretical basis for cyberpsychology, and application across different applied domains. The module content addresses major themes in Cyberpsychology, for example Internet Research Methods & Ethics Anonymity & its effect on online behaviour¸ Psychology of Virtual Worlds, Applied Cyberpsychology, Cybercrime & Cyberbullying, Online deception, Prevention & Protection of Children on the Internet, Psychological Aspects of Promoting Safety Online. [Content is indicative only and may vary according to changes in staff expertise].
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
Teaching Methods
Material is delivered via lectures and directed reading. Lectures and seminars include sessions to explore and support the skills needed to compete the assessment.
Assessment Methods
This module is assessed through an examination and a coursework.
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