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Positive Psychology Practicum
Semester: Spring 2017
Copenhagen
Credits: 3
Days: Mondays
Time: 11:40 – 13:00
Classroom: F24-206
Major Disciplines: Education/Educational Studies, Human Development, Psychology
Course Information and Purpose
1. Instructor Information
Instructor:
Kamilla Lange
Msc. Psychology (2006, University of Copenhagen). BA. Psychology (2003, University of Copenhagen). Works
as a clinical psychologist and mindfulness instructor. Teacher and supervisor for both psychologists, medical
doctors and other professionals. Author of a book on mindfulness and body acceptance. With DIS since 2015.
Email: [email protected]
Psychology Program Director:
Carla Caetano, Ph.D.
Email: [email protected]
DIS Contact:
Psychology Program Coordinator:
Signe Lissauer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +45 3376 5705
Guest Lectures
March 6, 11.40-13.00 hrs Kamilla Kisbye from Mindwork on working to help children overcome anxiety
and build resilience through the program Cool Kids.
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2. Course Description
Pre-requisites: None; Co-requisite: Enrollment in Positive Psychology
Positive psychology can find applications in diverse settings. The practicum will give you the unique opportunity to:
Participate in the application of positive psychology in a real life setting at the practicum sites such as Danish educational institutions for children and adolescents, organizations for older adults, cultural organizations etc.
Investigate the manifestation of central constructs of positive psychology at the site using qualitative research methods.
Develop interventions that facilitate positive psychological at the site.
Explore the role of facilitator and reflect on the factors that increase the impact of interventions.
Thus, the practicum is focused on the convergence of theory, research and practice in the field of
positive psychology. Being placed in a Danish institution or association as a practicum site will allow you to
study positive psychology constructs by observing, interviewing and interacting with both the users and the staff
in a local Danish cultural context.
Some examples of possible sites:
You would be visiting an organization working in the educational, non-profit, business, social or cultural sectors
and will get to study the unique Danish setting of these workplaces whilst exploring ways and means of applying
positive psychology concepts and theory in these settings. We strive to have a variety of sites, however, the
majority our sites work with children and adolescents, which offers excellent opportunities to observe and
engage in organized activities and the chance to interact regardless of language barriers.
You will be assigned to your site in the first session of the course.
The course is made up of classes (Mondays) and practicum visits (Thursdays). At the sites, you will observe
everyday processes that go on there through an appreciative lens and identify elements of positive psychology
that may be at work. You will also interview staff on aspects of positive functioning in the organization and
develop interventions informed by positive psychology to be implemented at the site. In class, you will be
introduced to basic qualitative observation and interview techniques, as well as learn how to use your findings as
basis for interventions informed by positive psychology.
3. Objectives
During this course, you will:
Explore the role of central concepts in positive psychology in real life Danish contexts
Learn about the pedagogical and cultural approaches in various Danish institutions
Discover and reflect on the potential of applied positive psychology
Integrate theory and research with practical observations and experiences
Develop interventions informed by positive psychology on the background of research at the sites
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Course Components
1. Reference Book (in library):
Schueller, S & Parks, A (2014). The Wiley Blackwell handbook of positive psychological interventions.
2. Articles and Other Media on Canvas
All required readings can be found on Canvas by clicking at the reading in the syllabus.
3. Approach to teaching:
In this course, the classroom will create a space for combining and linking theory from the Core Course with
skills in appreciative observing and interviewing as well as direct experience gained at the practicum sites.
4. Practicum visits:
The practicum offers a unique opportunity for students of the Positive Psychology core course to explore
how central concepts in positive psychology manifest themselves in institutional settings in Denmark.
The visits will be structured to enable a step-by-step exploration of applied positive psychology. At the
same time, the site visits will provide the opportunity for you to interact with e.g., children, adolescents or
adults. You will engage in experiential learning activities, which are intended to build, broaden and
deepen your intercultural skills, knowledge of Danish culture and reflections on core course curriculum.
You will engage in the practicum under the guidance of a supervising staff member for a total of 30
hours throughout the semester.
Please note, that if the hours are not met, this could result in failing the course.
5. Classes:
The classes will include the following components:
Information about the practicum sites, practical details and logistics
Investigation into how positive psychology constructs are applied in the daily practice at the practicum
sites
Education and practice in qualitative research method
Integration of theoretical and applied positive psychology
Developing specific interventions on the basis of participatory research
Reflection on you own role as a facilitator of positive psychology
Feedback on your progress and supervision on your practicum experiences
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6. Assignments and Evaluation
Methods of Evaluation Evaluated Due Date Percentage
of grade
Active participation and engagement, including
time sheets from practicum visits
Individually Ongoing but Time
sheets are due at
the end of the
semester-
May 01, by 1400
hrs
20%
Field Work Paper 1 Individually February 17 15%
Field Work Paper 2 Individually March 31 15%
Final Synthesis Paper
Group or
Individual
(students may
choose)
May 5
30%
End of Semester Showcase: Group presentations
of the practicum experience (in site-specific
groups). The grade will be based on presentation
materials (80%) and oral presentation at the
Showcase (20%).
Group May 8
20%
Total
100%
Active participation and engagement (20%)
Active participation in class will include completing class readings ahead of time and engagement in class
discussions. A key component in participation is actively attempting to integrate positive psychology theory and
findings in class reflection and discussion. Asking questions and being willing to reflect and develop your own
role is important.
Active participation at your practicum site is also reflected in this portion of the grade. Students are expected to
engage in the daily activities at the site, as well as consult directly with staff regarding any assistance they can
provide.
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Attendance is mandatory for all classes and practicum visits.
Time Sheets and Attendance: It is your own responsibility to contact the Practicum Coordinator or your faculty if
you are experiencing difficulties meeting the required hours. At the end of the semester, you must submit a
completed ‘time sheet’ with the signature of the site supervisor to confirm that you have completed the required
hours for this course (30 hours). If the hours are not met, this could result in failing the course. Time sheets must
be submitted either in Kamilla's mail box in the PSY office or by taking a photo of the time sheet and emailing it
to Kamilla.
Make-up hours: Visits to the sites will take place on Thursdays. If you miss a visit, it is your own responsibility to
re-schedule it (or prolong the visits the following weeks). You must inform the course instructor immediately of
missed practicum visits.
Field work papers (30% in total)
Throughout the semester, students will record and reflect on their experiences at the sites through their logbook
assignments given for each site visit. The logbook assignments will be completed individually, except when the
instructions ask you to discuss a question or an issue with your fellow student(s) at the site. The field work
assignment will be continuous throughout the course and will be assessed by examining two papers that are to
build upon these assignments:
Paper 1 (15%): This paper (1000 words) concerns the investigation of the site and the way central positive
psychology processes are facilitated at the site. Also included in this paper is a reflection of how the cultural
setting of the site plays into the manifestation of positive psychology constructs. The paper is based in qualitative
research done at the site and logbooks are used to document and organize the research.
Paper 2 (15%): This paper (1000 words excluding field notes and interview notes) is focused on the exploration
of a core construct of your choice from positive psychology specifically related to the site. Integrating minimum
two 10-15 minute interviews individually with staff and/or users at your practicum site with positive psychology
theory you will describe ways this specific constructs appears at the site. Using appreciative inquiry, you will
propose interventions to strengthen the presence of the chosen positive psychology construct. Criteria for
grading will include the types of questions asked and their relevance to the focus of your paper in terms of the
positive psychology constructs being studied.
The main criteria for fieldwork grade for both papers are:
Your approach is characterized by critical thinking and reflexivity.
Continuous critical reflection on the impact your findings have on positive psychology practice.
Reflection on the connection between theory, research and practice through first-hand experiences
at the site
Creativity in including your own areas of consideration beyond the site visit assignments.
Guidelines for each site visit will be available on Canvas.
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End of Semester Showcase: Group presentations of the practicum experience (15%)
You will do a presentation of your work at the site. Presentations will be done in site-specific groups.
The nature of the presentation (which can take the form of e.g., a poster, a creative demonstration etc.) will be
discussed with each group and will in part depend on how the practicum experience unfolds. Groups will get to
make the presentation in class in Session 10 as a trial for the showcase event in order to get feedback from
classmates and the instructor.
Guidelines for the presentations will be available in class and on Canvas.
Final Synthesis Paper (30%)
You will write a max 2000 words synthesis paper (excluding references and appendix). This paper concerns the
entire practicum and the experience of developing and delivering interventions at the site. You are expected to
include a consideration of the impact of the local cultural setting of the site. Also, the paper should include a
reflection of your own role as a positive psychology facilitator. This reflection should be no longer than 500
words.
The paper should consist of the following:
Discuss the specific setting of the site and its impact on positive psychology processes.
Describe the theoretical background for the research and development of the chosen intervention(s).
Assess the applicability of the intervention and factors that may influence the impact of it.
Integrate positive psychology research with your findings using 3 research articles of your choice.
Appendix
Please attach the materials you are drawing from such as field notes from logbooks, interviews,
drawings, pictures etc. in an appendix to the paper.
References
The paper must contain references to readings from the course and the Core Course and at least 3
external peer-reviewed research articles on the positive psychology constructs or processes you are
examining (APA style references). Additional book chapters on qualitative research methods can be
referenced in addition to the 3 research articles. It is imperative that you refer to and quote data from
your field notes, interviews and other method(s) used at the site, not least when you substantiate your
proposed interventions.
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
To be eligible for a passing grade in this class you must complete all of the assigned work.
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Policies
Attendance: You are expected to attend all DIS classes when scheduled. If you miss a class for any reason
please contact the faculty no later than the day of the missed class. Allowances will be made in cases of illness
but in the case of multiple absences you will need to provide a doctor’s note.
Academic Honesty: DIS expects that students abide by the highest standards of intellectual honesty in all
academic work. DIS assumes that all students do their own work and credit all work or thought taken from
others. See the Academic Handbook for more information.
Timeliness: All assignments are expected to be turned in on time and students are expected to be punctual for
all course activities.
Use of laptops or phones in class:
Computers are not permitted in class during regular class sessions. Occasionally you will work in groups
or conduct other activities where a computer may be permitted and you will be informed when this is the
case.
Cell phones are not permitted outside your backpack/pocket/purse while in the classroom. Please turn
off your cell phone and put it away before coming to class. If you are expecting an emergency call or text
during class let me know so we can discuss an exception to this policy for that class.
Confidentiality: Please note that you must respect confidentiality at your site, so do not include real (full) names
or identifying information in your logbook entries or assignments. The policy for this course maintains that
photographs of your site/children/older adults may ONLY be used in the context of presentations or assignments
in class. Photographs or other materials may not be made public through online media or published sources
without permission from the individual sites.
Disability and resource statement: Any student who has a need for accommodation based on the impact of a
disability should contact Sean Green ([email protected]) to coordinate this. In order to receive accommodations,
students should inform the instructor of approved DIS accommodations within the first two weeks of classes.
Class Representatives:
Each semester DIS looks for class representatives to become an official spokesperson for their class group,
addressing any concerns that may arise (in academic or related matters), suggesting improvements and coming
up with new ideas. Class Representatives will be elected in class at the beginning of the semester.
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Class Schedule
Date Topics and Readings (all readings will be available on Canvas)
Monday, January 23.
11.40-13.00
Session 1
Introduction to the course
The practicum goal: theory, research and practice integration
Institutions and organizations: Roles and cultures.
Practicum orientation by Signe Lissauer, Psychology Program Coordinator
Required Readings:
Kragh-Muller, G. & Isbell, R. (2011). Children's Perspectives on Their Everyday Lives in Child Care in Two Cultures: Denmark and the United States. Early Childhood Education Journal, v39 n1 p17-27.
Cunha et al. (2005). Interpreting the Evidence on Life Cycle Skill Formation. Discussion Papers in Economics, Discussion Paper 05-02, University College London.
Thursday, January 26
Site Visit 1
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
Monday, January 30
11.40-13.00
Session 2
Qualitative Research and Positive Psychology
Participant observations
Organizational Culture: Identifying positive psychology processes at the site
Required Readings:
Quinn et al., (2003). Chapter 3: Participant observation. In Collecting Qualitative Data A Field Manual. Sage Publications.
Nelson, M.R. & Shavitt, S. (2002). Horizontal and Vertical Individualism and Achievement Values: A Multimethod Examination of Denmark and the United States. Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology; vol. 33, 5: pp. 439-458.
Thursday, February 2.
Site Visit 2
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
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CORE COURSE WEEK - No class
February 6-10
Monday, February 13
11.40-13.00
Session 3
Qualitative Research and Positive Psychology II: The Power of Inquiry
Qualitative Research: Strenghts and challenges.
Appreciative Inquiry: Background and methodology
Choose focus for interviews
Required Readings:
Bushe, G.R. (2011) Appreciative inquiry: Theory and critique. In Boje, D., Burnes, B. and Hassard, J. (eds.) The Routledge Companion To Organizational Change (pp. 87-103). Oxford, UK: Routledge.
Golafshani (2003). Understanding Reliability and Validity in Qualitative Research. The Qualitative Report, vol. 8, nr. 4, 597-607.
Wednesday
February 15
14.00-16.00
Field study
Location: DIS – room: F24-206
Guest lecturer:
Kent Steen Handlos, mentor and supervisor at Levas, an organization that
works with individuals on the autism spectrum.
Mindfulness in psychosocial work: The power of being present.
No required readings.
Thursday, February 16
Site Visit 3
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
Friday, February 17 Field Work Paper 1 due by 2359 hrs
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Monday, February 20.
11.40-13.00
Session 4
Inquiry Methodology II: Motivation and ownership
Growth through inquiry
Motivational interviewing
Semi- structured interview guide for the sites
Required Readings
Vansteenkiste, M. & Sheldon, K. M. (2006). There's nothing more practical than a good theory: Integrating motivational interviewing and self-determination theory. British Journal of Clinical Psychology, 45, 63-82.
Thursday, February 23
Site Visit 4
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
Time sheet check-in
Please take a picture of your time sheet, documenting the hours you have spent at your practicum site so far. Make sure the picture is in focus and that the details from the time sheet are readable. Send the picture to program coordinator, Signe Lissauer at [email protected].
Break - No class
February 27 – March 3
Monday, March 6
11.40-13.00
Session 5
Guest Lecturer: Kamilla Kisbye, Clinical Psychologist at Mindwork
Cool Kids, a program for children with anxiety
Challenges and opportunities when working clinically with children.
Thursday, March 09
Site Visit 5
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
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Monday, March 13
11.40-13.00
Session 6
Understanding How We Understand
Presentation of the interviews
Reflection upon the interview process
Relational Frame Theory and ACT
Creating powerful imagery and phrases to promote positive processes.
Required Readings
Talja. (1999). Analyzing qualitative interview data: The discourse analytic method. Library & -information science research, vol. 21, 4, 459-477.
Blackledge (2003). An Introduction to Relational Frame Theory: Basics and Applications. The Behavior Analyst Today, vol. 3, 4, 422-433.
Thursday, March 16
Site Visit 6
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
Break – No Class
March 20 - 24
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Monday, March 27
11.40-13.00
Session 7
Designing Positive Psychology Interventions
Developing and Adapting Interventions
What works in interventions?
Characteristics of an effective facilitator
Required readings:
Pedrotti, J.T. (2014). Taking Culture into Account with Positive Psychological Interventions. In A.C. Parks & S.M. Schueller (Eds). The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Positive Psychology Interventions. Oxford: John Wiley. pp. 403-415.
Miller et al. (2013). The Outcome of Psychotherapy: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow. Psychotherapy, vol. 50, nr. 1, 88-97.
Thursday, March 30
Site visit 7
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
Time sheet check-in
Please take a picture of your time sheet, documenting the hours you have
spent at your practicum site so far. Make sure the picture is in focus and that
the details from the time sheet are readable. Send the picture to practicum
coordinator, Signe Lissauer at [email protected]
Friday, March 31 Field Work Paper 2 due by 2359 hrs
Monday, April 3
13.15-14.35
Session 8
Applying positive psychological interventions
Qualifying interventions
Required Reading:
Schueller, S.M. (2014). Person-Activity Fit in Positive Psychological
Interventions. In A.C. Parks & S.M. Schueller (Eds). The Wiley
Blackwell Handbook of Positive Psychology Interventions. Oxford:
John Wiley. pp. 385-402.
Bao, K.J. & Lyubomirsky, S. (2014). Making Happiness Last: Using the
Hedonic Adaptation Prevention Model to Extend the Success of
Positive Interventions. In A.C. Parks & S.M. Schueller (Eds). The Wiley
Blackwell Handbook of Positive Psychology Interventions. Oxford:
John Wiley. pp. 373-384.
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Thursday, April 6
Site Visit 8
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
Monday, April 10
11.40-13.00
Session 9
Open time for Student Consultations
Students may meet instructor for supervision and guidance regarding
interventions and showcase. They would need to contact the instructor by
email to make an appointment during this time.
Break – No Class
April 12-17
Thursday, April 20
Site Visit 9
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
Monday, April 24
11.40-13.00
Session 10
Presentations on Interventions
Feedback and discussion in groups
No Required Readings for Today
Thursday, April 27
Site Visit 10
Guidelines will be available on Canvas
Monday, May 1 Hand in time sheet in my pigeon hole in the Psychology department by
1400 hrs
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Monday, May 1
11.40-13.00
Session 11
Please remember to bring
your laptop to fill out the
practicum survey.
Wrap-up class
Learning outcomes
Facilitating positive change
Required Readings:
Csikszentmihalyi, M. (2010). Positive Psychology and a Positive World-
View: New Hope for the Future of Humankind. In S.I.
Donaldson, M. Csikszentmihalyi & J. Nakamura (Eds). Applied
Positive Psychology: Improving Everyday Life, Health, Schools, Work,
and Society. Routledge: New York, pp. 205-214.
Friday, May 5 Submit Final Synthesis paper due at 2359 hrs
Monday, May 8
TBA
This is a special event and
takes place on a different
day and at a different time
End of Semester Showcase
Presentation of the Practicum Experience to an outside audience
consisting of DIS staff, students and guests
No readings for today
END OF COURSE
There is no sit down final exam in this course.