Self-Efficacy and Self-Regulation

Title	% from total grade	Grade
1. Individual work	-	-
Independent work is presented at the seminar. Completion of the study course evaluation questionnaire.

Title	% from total grade	Grade
1. Examination	-	-
An individually developed plan for improving psychological well-being and presenting it in a seminar. Evaluation criteria for an independently developed individual plan: 1. Evaluating the areas of individual life, the problem area and the problem of one's own behavior are formulated, its description is given, describing how it affects the individual's psychological well-being - 1 point. 2. The course of goal formulation is reflected and the result to be achieved is formulated - 1 point. 3. Reflected plan for achieving the goal - 1 point. 4. Described the process of achieving the goal and the result - 1 point. 5. Optionally, one of the self-regulation methods is described and self-reflection on the use of this technique is given - 2 points. 6. 2-4 literature sources are used and use of appropriate references - 2 points. 7. Individual plan presented in a seminar - 2 points.
2. Examination	-	10 points
1. Active participation in practical classes - 10% (All practical classes have been attended, or the processing of the lesson has been submitted within a week after the missed lesson). 2. Development and submission of independent tasks on time - 30%. (Four independent works were performed and submitted on time). 2. Prepared and presented independently developed individual work for the improvement of psychological well-being - 60%. (See seminar description and evaluation criteria).

Introduction to the study course. Study course requirements and evaluation criteria. Self-efficiency and self-regulation. Description Annotation: In the 1st lecture the requirements of the study course, planning, topics, independent works and evaluation criteria are discussed. In the 2nd lecture we discusses the theory of self-efficacy and self-regulation, what it affects and how to influence it.

Introduction to the study course. Study course requirements and evaluation criteria. Self-efficiency and self-regulation. Description Annotation: In the 1st lecture the requirements of the study course, planning, topics, independent works and evaluation criteria are discussed. In the 2nd lecture we discusses the theory of self-efficacy and self-regulation, what it affects and how to influence it.

Social problem solving. SMART. Formulation of goal. Description Annotation: The definition of a goal, its types and significance are discussed. The SMART target method is specifically discussed and is also applied in practice during this study course. Topics covered during the class: In small groups, each student describes / describes his / her goal and desired result for solving a problematic situation for up to 7 minutes. The student describes the desired result as specifically as possible. While one of the students talks about their goal, the other students listen carefully and can ask open-ended questions at the end. Literature: Traga Philippakos, Zoi A. (2020) "Developing Strategic Learners: Supporting Self-Efficacy Through Goal Setting and Reflection," The Language and Literacy Spectrum: Vol. 30 : Iss. 1 , Article 1. Available at: https://digitalcommons.buffalostate.edu/lls/vol30/iss1/1 Ogbeiwi, O. (2021). General concepts of goals and goal-setting in healthcare: A narrative review. Journal of Management & Organization, 27(2), 324-341. doi:10.1017/jmo.2018.11

Social problem solving. SMART. Formulation of goal. Description Annotation: The definition of a goal, its types and significance are discussed. The SMART target method is specifically discussed and is also applied in practice during this study course. Topics covered during the class: In small groups, each student describes / describes his / her goal and desired result for solving a problematic situation for up to 7 minutes. The student describes the desired result as specifically as possible. While one of the students talks about their goal, the other students listen carefully and can ask open-ended questions at the end. Literature: Traga Philippakos, Zoi A. (2020) "Developing Strategic Learners: Supporting Self-Efficacy Through Goal Setting and Reflection," The Language and Literacy Spectrum: Vol. 30 : Iss. 1 , Article 1. Available at: https://digitalcommons.buffalostate.edu/lls/vol30/iss1/1 Ogbeiwi, O. (2021). General concepts of goals and goal-setting in healthcare: A narrative review. Journal of Management & Organization, 27(2), 324-341. doi:10.1017/jmo.2018.11

Health behaviour. Transtheoretical model of behaviour change. Making a decision. Description Annotation: These lectures cover 3 topics - types of decision-making and good decision-making; health behavior, health behavior models, basic concepts for behavior change; a specific transtheoretical model of behavior change that is practically applied within this course. Topics covered during the class: Independent work after watching video lections. Literature: Hashemzadeh, M., Rahimi, A., Zare-Farashbandi, F., Alavi-Naeini, A. M., & Daei, A. (2019). Transtheoretical Model of Health Behavioral Change: A Systematic Review. Iranian journal of nursing and midwifery research, 24(2), 83–90. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijnmr.IJNMR_94_17 Raihan N, Cogburn M. Stages of Change Theory. [Updated 2021 Mar 3]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2021 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556005/ Kleis, R. R., Hoch, M. C., Hogg-Graham, R., & Hoch, J. M. (2021). The Effectiveness of the Transtheoretical Model to Improve Physical Activity in Healthy Adults: A Systematic Review, Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 18(1), 94-108. Retrieved Jan 11, 2022, from https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/jpah/18/1/article-p94.xml

Health behaviour. Transtheoretical model of behaviour change. Making a decision. Description Annotation: These lectures cover 3 topics - types of decision-making and good decision-making; health behavior, health behavior models, basic concepts for behavior change; a specific transtheoretical model of behavior change that is practically applied within this course. Topics covered during the class: Independent work after watching video lections. Literature: Hashemzadeh, M., Rahimi, A., Zare-Farashbandi, F., Alavi-Naeini, A. M., & Daei, A. (2019). Transtheoretical Model of Health Behavioral Change: A Systematic Review. Iranian journal of nursing and midwifery research, 24(2), 83–90. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijnmr.IJNMR_94_17 Raihan N, Cogburn M. Stages of Change Theory. [Updated 2021 Mar 3]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2021 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556005/ Kleis, R. R., Hoch, M. C., Hogg-Graham, R., & Hoch, J. M. (2021). The Effectiveness of the Transtheoretical Model to Improve Physical Activity in Healthy Adults: A Systematic Review, Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 18(1), 94-108. Retrieved Jan 11, 2022, from https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/jpah/18/1/article-p94.xml

Health behaviour. Transtheoretical model of behaviour change. Making a decision. Description Annotation: These lectures cover 3 topics - types of decision-making and good decision-making; health behavior, health behavior models, basic concepts for behavior change; a specific transtheoretical model of behavior change that is practically applied within this course. Topics covered during the class: Independent work after watching video lections. Literature: Hashemzadeh, M., Rahimi, A., Zare-Farashbandi, F., Alavi-Naeini, A. M., & Daei, A. (2019). Transtheoretical Model of Health Behavioral Change: A Systematic Review. Iranian journal of nursing and midwifery research, 24(2), 83–90. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijnmr.IJNMR_94_17 Raihan N, Cogburn M. Stages of Change Theory. [Updated 2021 Mar 3]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2021 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556005/ Kleis, R. R., Hoch, M. C., Hogg-Graham, R., & Hoch, J. M. (2021). The Effectiveness of the Transtheoretical Model to Improve Physical Activity in Healthy Adults: A Systematic Review, Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 18(1), 94-108. Retrieved Jan 11, 2022, from https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/jpah/18/1/article-p94.xml

The concept of stress. The relationship between stress and health. Description Annotation: The lecture deals with the topic of stress and its impact on human health.

Stress management strategies and self-regulation. Description Annotation: Brief introduction and recollections on the topic of self-regulation. Various stress management techniques are discussed and tested in practice. A discussion follows at the end of the lesson. Topics covered during the class: Which of the relaxation methods did you like best? And why? When in your daily routine, could any of these be used? Will you be able to use / give it to others in your profession? Literature: Robson, D. A., Allen, M. S., & Howard, S. J. (2020). Self-regulation in childhood as a predictor of future outcomes: A meta-analytic review. Psychological Bulletin, 146(4), 324–354. https://doi.org/10.1037/bul0000227 Alison L. Miller, Sharon L. Lo, Katherine W. Bauer & Emily M. Fredericks (2020) Developmentally informed behaviour change techniques to enhance self-regulation in a health promotion context: a conceptual review, Health Psychology Review, 14:1, 116-131, DOI: 10.1080/17437199.2020.1718530 McDaniel MA, Einstein GO. (2020). Training Learning Strategies to Promote Self-Regulation and Transfer: The Knowledge, Belief, Commitment, and Planning Framework. Perspectives on Psychological Science. ;15(6):1363-1381. doi:10.1177/1745691620920723

Self-efficacy methods, mindfulness practice Description Annotation: In the video lecture, students are introduced to the concept of mindfulness, the history of the development of mindfulness, various methods of mindfulness, the relationship between mindfulness practices and health, and the most important conclusions in research. During the lesson, students practically use 2 awareness techniques and discuss it in the group. Topics covered during the class: Have you practiced awareness before? What are your experiences and thoughts on the usefulness and effectiveness of awareness practices? What did you notice during the awareness exercises in the lesson? Do you plan to practice awareness in daily life and how? Literature: Van Dam,N., et al. (2017). Mind the Hype: A Critical Evaluation and Prescriptive Agenda for Research on Mindfulness and Meditation. Perspectives on Psychological Science 2018, Vol. 13(1) 36–61 Kabat-Zinn, J. (2012). Mindfulness for Beginners: Reclaiming the Present Moment—and Your Life.

Self-efficacy methods, mindfulness practice Description Annotation: In the video lecture, students are introduced to the concept of mindfulness, the history of the development of mindfulness, various methods of mindfulness, the relationship between mindfulness practices and health, and the most important conclusions in research. During the lesson, students practically use 2 awareness techniques and discuss it in the group. Topics covered during the class: Have you practiced awareness before? What are your experiences and thoughts on the usefulness and effectiveness of awareness practices? What did you notice during the awareness exercises in the lesson? Do you plan to practice awareness in daily life and how? Literature: Van Dam,N., et al. (2017). Mind the Hype: A Critical Evaluation and Prescriptive Agenda for Research on Mindfulness and Meditation. Perspectives on Psychological Science 2018, Vol. 13(1) 36–61 Kabat-Zinn, J. (2012). Mindfulness for Beginners: Reclaiming the Present Moment—and Your Life.

Definition of social support, its types, models and self-efficacy. Description Annotation: Definition of what social support is, what its types and models are. Relationship between social support and psychological well-being, and health behavior. Social exclusion and social pain.

Definition of social support, its types, models and self-efficacy. Description Annotation: Definition of what social support is, what its types and models are. Relationship between social support and psychological well-being, and health behavior. Social exclusion and social pain.

Personality and health. Description Annotation: The video lecture explores the definition of personality in various concepts, the relationship between personality traits and health behaviors, and various health risks.

Workshop: presentation of independent work. Solution implementation and testing. Description Annotation: Independent work is presented at the seminar. Topics covered during the class: 1. Evaluating the areas of individual life, the problem area and the problem of one's own behavior are formulated, its description is given, describing how it affects the individual's psychological well-being - 1 point. 2. The course of goal formulation is reflected and the result to be achieved is formulated - 1 point. 3. Reflected plan for achieving the goal - 1 point. 4. Described the process of achieving the goal and the result - 1 point. 5. Optionally, one of the self-regulation methods is described and self-reflection on the use of this technique is given - 2 points. 6. 2-4 literature sources are used and use of appropriate references - 2 points 7. Individual plan presented in a seminar - 2 points.

Workshop: presentation of independent work. Solution implementation and testing. Description Annotation: Independent work is presented at the seminar. Topics covered during the class: 1. Evaluating the areas of individual life, the problem area and the problem of one's own behavior are formulated, its description is given, describing how it affects the individual's psychological well-being - 1 point. 2. The course of goal formulation is reflected and the result to be achieved is formulated - 1 point. 3. Reflected plan for achieving the goal - 1 point. 4. Described the process of achieving the goal and the result - 1 point. 5. Optionally, one of the self-regulation methods is described and self-reflection on the use of this technique is given - 2 points. 6. 2-4 literature sources are used and use of appropriate references - 2 points 7. Individual plan presented in a seminar - 2 points.

Introduction to the study course. Study course requirements and evaluation criteria. Self-efficiency and self-regulation. Description Annotation: In the 1st lecture the requirements of the study course, planning, topics, independent works and evaluation criteria are discussed. In the 2nd lecture we discusses the theory of self-efficacy and self-regulation, what it affects and how to influence it.

Introduction to the study course. Study course requirements and evaluation criteria. Self-efficiency and self-regulation. Description Annotation: In the 1st lecture the requirements of the study course, planning, topics, independent works and evaluation criteria are discussed. In the 2nd lecture we discusses the theory of self-efficacy and self-regulation, what it affects and how to influence it.

Social problem solving. SMART. Formulation of goal. Description Annotation: The definition of a goal, its types and significance are discussed. The SMART target method is specifically discussed and is also applied in practice during this study course. Topics covered during the class: In small groups, each student describes / describes his / her goal and desired result for solving a problematic situation for up to 7 minutes. The student describes the desired result as specifically as possible. While one of the students talks about their goal, the other students listen carefully and can ask open-ended questions at the end. Literature: Traga Philippakos, Zoi A. (2020) "Developing Strategic Learners: Supporting Self-Efficacy Through Goal Setting and Reflection," The Language and Literacy Spectrum: Vol. 30 : Iss. 1 , Article 1. Available at: https://digitalcommons.buffalostate.edu/lls/vol30/iss1/1 Ogbeiwi, O. (2021). General concepts of goals and goal-setting in healthcare: A narrative review. Journal of Management & Organization, 27(2), 324-341. doi:10.1017/jmo.2018.11

Social problem solving. SMART. Formulation of goal. Description Annotation: The definition of a goal, its types and significance are discussed. The SMART target method is specifically discussed and is also applied in practice during this study course. Topics covered during the class: In small groups, each student describes / describes his / her goal and desired result for solving a problematic situation for up to 7 minutes. The student describes the desired result as specifically as possible. While one of the students talks about their goal, the other students listen carefully and can ask open-ended questions at the end. Literature: Traga Philippakos, Zoi A. (2020) "Developing Strategic Learners: Supporting Self-Efficacy Through Goal Setting and Reflection," The Language and Literacy Spectrum: Vol. 30 : Iss. 1 , Article 1. Available at: https://digitalcommons.buffalostate.edu/lls/vol30/iss1/1 Ogbeiwi, O. (2021). General concepts of goals and goal-setting in healthcare: A narrative review. Journal of Management & Organization, 27(2), 324-341. doi:10.1017/jmo.2018.11

Health behaviour. Transtheoretical model of behaviour change. Making a decision. Description Annotation: These lectures cover 3 topics - types of decision-making and good decision-making; health behavior, health behavior models, basic concepts for behavior change; a specific transtheoretical model of behavior change that is practically applied within this course. Topics covered during the class: Independent work after watching video lections. Literature: Hashemzadeh, M., Rahimi, A., Zare-Farashbandi, F., Alavi-Naeini, A. M., & Daei, A. (2019). Transtheoretical Model of Health Behavioral Change: A Systematic Review. Iranian journal of nursing and midwifery research, 24(2), 83–90. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijnmr.IJNMR_94_17 Raihan N, Cogburn M. Stages of Change Theory. [Updated 2021 Mar 3]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2021 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556005/ Kleis, R. R., Hoch, M. C., Hogg-Graham, R., & Hoch, J. M. (2021). The Effectiveness of the Transtheoretical Model to Improve Physical Activity in Healthy Adults: A Systematic Review, Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 18(1), 94-108. Retrieved Jan 11, 2022, from https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/jpah/18/1/article-p94.xml

The concept of stress. The relationship between stress and health. Description Annotation: The lecture deals with the topic of stress and its impact on human health.

Stress management strategies and self-regulation. Description Annotation: Brief introduction and recollections on the topic of self-regulation. Various stress management techniques are discussed and tested in practice. A discussion follows at the end of the lesson. Topics covered during the class: Which of the relaxation methods did you like best? And why? When in your daily routine, could any of these be used? Will you be able to use / give it to others in your profession? Literature: Robson, D. A., Allen, M. S., & Howard, S. J. (2020). Self-regulation in childhood as a predictor of future outcomes: A meta-analytic review. Psychological Bulletin, 146(4), 324–354. https://doi.org/10.1037/bul0000227 Alison L. Miller, Sharon L. Lo, Katherine W. Bauer & Emily M. Fredericks (2020) Developmentally informed behaviour change techniques to enhance self-regulation in a health promotion context: a conceptual review, Health Psychology Review, 14:1, 116-131, DOI: 10.1080/17437199.2020.1718530 McDaniel MA, Einstein GO. (2020). Training Learning Strategies to Promote Self-Regulation and Transfer: The Knowledge, Belief, Commitment, and Planning Framework. Perspectives on Psychological Science. ;15(6):1363-1381. doi:10.1177/1745691620920723

Self-efficacy methods, mindfulness practice Description Annotation: In the video lecture, students are introduced to the concept of mindfulness, the history of the development of mindfulness, various methods of mindfulness, the relationship between mindfulness practices and health, and the most important conclusions in research. During the lesson, students practically use 2 awareness techniques and discuss it in the group. Topics covered during the class: Have you practiced awareness before? What are your experiences and thoughts on the usefulness and effectiveness of awareness practices? What did you notice during the awareness exercises in the lesson? Do you plan to practice awareness in daily life and how? Literature: Van Dam,N., et al. (2017). Mind the Hype: A Critical Evaluation and Prescriptive Agenda for Research on Mindfulness and Meditation. Perspectives on Psychological Science 2018, Vol. 13(1) 36–61 Kabat-Zinn, J. (2012). Mindfulness for Beginners: Reclaiming the Present Moment—and Your Life.

Self-efficacy methods, mindfulness practice Description Annotation: In the video lecture, students are introduced to the concept of mindfulness, the history of the development of mindfulness, various methods of mindfulness, the relationship between mindfulness practices and health, and the most important conclusions in research. During the lesson, students practically use 2 awareness techniques and discuss it in the group. Topics covered during the class: Have you practiced awareness before? What are your experiences and thoughts on the usefulness and effectiveness of awareness practices? What did you notice during the awareness exercises in the lesson? Do you plan to practice awareness in daily life and how? Literature: Van Dam,N., et al. (2017). Mind the Hype: A Critical Evaluation and Prescriptive Agenda for Research on Mindfulness and Meditation. Perspectives on Psychological Science 2018, Vol. 13(1) 36–61 Kabat-Zinn, J. (2012). Mindfulness for Beginners: Reclaiming the Present Moment—and Your Life.

Definition of social support, its types, models and self-efficacy. Description Annotation: Definition of what social support is, what its types and models are. Relationship between social support and psychological well-being, and health behavior. Social exclusion and social pain.

Personality and health. Description Annotation: The video lecture explores the definition of personality in various concepts, the relationship between personality traits and health behaviors, and various health risks.

Workshop: presentation of independent work. Solution implementation and testing. Description Annotation: Independent work is presented at the seminar. Topics covered during the class: 1. Evaluating the areas of individual life, the problem area and the problem of one's own behavior are formulated, its description is given, describing how it affects the individual's psychological well-being - 1 point. 2. The course of goal formulation is reflected and the result to be achieved is formulated - 1 point. 3. Reflected plan for achieving the goal - 1 point. 4. Described the process of achieving the goal and the result - 1 point. 5. Optionally, one of the self-regulation methods is described and self-reflection on the use of this technique is given - 2 points. 6. 2-4 literature sources are used and use of appropriate references - 2 points 7. Individual plan presented in a seminar - 2 points.