ATS1261: UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOUR

20% In lecture short answer test (1)
45% Written research report
25% In lecture short answer test (2)

The overall unit was good, however the long lectures can be very boring since it was jam packed with theories and experiments. Also, tutorials were a waste of time since most of the discussion was already explained during the lectures. Everything is posted on moodle in terms of readings and information for the research assignment. The unit is structured and organised well. The lecture slides are not posted on Moodle until Caulfield and Clayton have had their lectures. I found that it was hard follow the lecture since I had nothing to write on and sometimes there is too much information to write down. Study the lecture slides well and readings prescribed for the in lecture tests. If you enjoy psychology, this unit is very similar (PSY1011).

Attitudes and behaviour, Behaviour and attitudes, Assessment of attitudes and behaviour, Behavioural research report, Social perceptions and attitudes, Cultural world views and behaviour and Social cognition and behaviour (Kerry O'Brien)
Music influence on emotion and cognition (Sherilene Carr)
Prosocial behaviour and Social influence (Nick Faulkner)
Attachment/child development (Eloise Zoppos)

No exams, only 2 in lecture tests.

3.5 out of 5

Yes, with screen capture

Text book is not required. Readings will be on Moodle.

2h lecture (lecture slides are posted on Moodle after both campuses have had their lectures)
1h tutorial

2014, Semester 1

TBA