SYNOPSIS

Design, develop and test Positive Interventions (marketable) for you or your loved ones.

BACKGROUND STORY

The relatively new field of positive psychology (PS) studies the cognitive process and strength that enable individuals and groups to prosper. Contrary to classic psychology, which focuses on pathologizing and addressing wrong behaviors, PS looks at strengths, like social ties, sports, meditation techniques, etc., that can make individuals shine and live more balanced and fulfilling lives. Using empirical psychology methods, PS researchers suggest several positive interventions (PI) to enhance happiness, well-being, personal values and promote personal growth. However, the interventions they suggest often lack good design and development.

PROJECT

This semester, we will immerse ourselves in the field of positive psychology and use it's key-findings to conceive, design, and develop user-centered positive Interventions.

PREREQUISITE SINE QUA NON

To perform at your best in this module, I require you to see the attached videos before beginning with the class. Please make sure you complete the course „The Science of Well-Being“ by Laurie Santos from Yale University which is available on Youtube.

THEORY INPUTS

Positive Psychology. Key Findings and positive interventions.

User Experience

Design Method and Tools

Design Principles

Layout and Type

Brand Identity

HYBRID SCHEDULE:

TUESDAYS: 13:00-18:00 - IN DESSAU (room 303 and 304) and/or VIA ZOOM

LECTURE: 13:00-13:45

Group A: 14:00-15:00

Group B: 15:00-16:00

Group C: 16:00- 17:00

Group D: 17:00-18:00

THURSDAYS (ZOOM ONLY):

Group D: 10:00 -11:15

Group C: 11:15 -12:30

Group B: 13:30 -14:45

Group A: 14:45 -15:00

ZOOM CHANNEL

https://zoom.us/j/98280910380?pwd=NzJrUGtORFBGTXlKQVJpaHZNRnFmQT09

Meeting ID: 982 8091 0380
Passcode: KqE4Jk