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Course Description Status: Approved

Course Description Version: 25/26.R.1.00

Description Period: 2025./26 academic year rudens semestris

Study Course Accepted: -

Study Course Description

Self-Efficacy and Self-Regulation

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
VPUPK_266
Branch of Science
Psychology
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Biology; Business Management; Civil and Military Defense; Clinical Pharmacy; Communication Science; Dentistry; Health Management; Information and Communication Science; Juridical Science; Law; Life Science; Management Science; Marketing and Advertising; Medical Services; Medical Technologies; Medicine; Midwifery; Nursing Science; Pedagogy; Person and Property Defence; Pharmacy; Political Science; Psychology; Public Health; Rehabilitation; Social Anthropology; Social Welfare and Social Work; Sociology; Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Lāsma Spundiņa
Structure Unit Manager
Kristīne Mārtinsone
Structural Unit
Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Contacts

Riga, 5 J. Asara Street, vppk@rsu.lv, +37167061587

About Study Course

Objective

Within the study course, the aim is to provide students with knowledge of the concepts of self-efficacy and self-regulation, to provide a practical opportunity to develop these skills and promote well-being by analyzing the relationship between behavior and the concepts of self-regulation and self-efficacy. As well as to develop competencies in the use of these concepts both in personal life and in later professional activity.

Preliminary Knowledge

High school-level knowledge in social sciences.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.Students define concepts of self-efficacy and self-regulation; describe factors influencing psychological wellbeing; understand the relationship between an individual’s beliefs, behaviors and achievements.

Skills

1.Students describe the role of self-regulation and self-efficiency in the functioning and psychological well-being of the individual; use critical thinking capabilities when analysing individual goals and self-regulation/self-efficiency development te

Competences

1.Students discuss the relationship between human behaviour, self-regulation and psychological wellbeing; on the basis of the acquired knowledge, students shall formulate an individual objective and draw up a plan to achieve it; use healthy practices t

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Self-assessment tests and tasks on lecture topics
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Students learn the content of video lectures independetly and complete self-examination tests and tasks on lecture topics.
2.

Practical class attendance and discussion on lesson topics
10.00% from total grade
Test

Students learn literature and prepare for a discussion on the topic of the lesson.

In accordance with Paragraph 3.9 of RSU academic Regulations I, attendance of classes is mandatory and registered.
3.

Assignment for RSU Research Week 2025
10.00% from total grade
Test

Assignment Title:

Enhancing Self-Efficacy and Self-Regulation in Medical Practice – Insights from RSU Research Week 2025

Objective:

To deepen students' understanding of self-efficacy and self-regulation principles in the context of medical and dental practice, by engaging with scientific discussions and applying learned concepts to professional scenarios.

Task Description:

Students are required to attend sessions during RSU Research Week 2025 that is relevant to topics of self-efficacy, self-regulation, mental health, or professional development. Based on the session, they will create a structured written report addressing how insights from the session can enhance their future practice as medical or dental professionals.

Assignment Requirements:

1.Session Attendance and Summary:

Attend one or more conference sessions related to self-efficacy, self-regulation, or mental health. Write a summary (300–400 words) including:

    • The session title and presenter(s).
    • Key topics covered and their relevance to healthcare professionals.

2.Reflection and Analysis (700–900 words):

    • Reflect on the session content and relate it to the theories of self-efficacy and self-regulation discussed during the course.
    • Analyze how the insights can be applied to challenges faced by medical and dental professionals, such as:
      • Managing stress and workload.
      • Improving communication with patients and colleagues.
      • Developing clinical decision-making skills under pressure.

    • Highlight specific strategies or tools presented during the session that can enhance professional practice.

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Clarity and completeness in summarizing the key points of the attended sessions – 3 points;
  • Depth of understanding, critical thinking, and ability to connect session insights with course concepts – 3 points;
  • Quality and structure of written work – 2 points;
  • Written work submitted within the specified deadline – 2 points.
4.

Feedback on the study course
-
-

At the end of the study course, students shall complete the study course assessment questionnaire.

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Plan to improve psychological wellbeing
60.00% from total grade
10 points

Student individually develops a plan to improve psychological well-being and presents it in the final lesson. Evaluation criteria for the individual plan independently developed: 1. An assessment of the areas of individual life, a formulation of the problem area and the problem of one’s behaviour, a description of it, examining how it affects the psychological well-being of the individual – 1 point; 2. A clearly defined objective has been set to address the problem area - 1 point; 3. Describes steps toward the goal - 1 point; 4. Formulated result to be achieved – 1 point; 5. Optionally, one of the methods of self-regulation is described and self-reflection is given on the use of this technique – 2 points; 6. 2-4 sources of literature are used and appropriate references indicated in the text - 2 points; 7. The individual plan has been presented in the seminar – 2 points.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Introduction to the study course.
Description

The lecture provides insight into topics of self-efficiency and self-regulation. Content and requirements of the study course.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Factors affecting human behaviour and psychological well-being. Practices promoting psychological well-being. Mind mistakes.
Description

Annotation: The lecture looks at physical, economic, social, emotional, psychological well-being and the factors that affects it. Ways to improve well-being are considered. The topic of mental errors is discussed mind biases. Literature: 1. Yıldırım, M., Arslan, G. Exploring the associations between resilience, dispositional hope, preventive behaviours, subjective well-being, and psychological health among adults during early stage of COVID-19. Curr Psychol (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-020-01177-2; 2. Lesser, Iris A., and Carl P. Nienhuis. (2020). The Impact of COVID-19 on Physical Activity Behavior and Well-Being of Canadians. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 11: 3899. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17113899; 3. Rupert, P. A., & Dorociak, K. E. (2019). Self-care, stress, and well-being among practicing psychologists. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 50(5), 343–350. https://doi.org/10.1037/pro0000251

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Self-monitoring and self-awareness. Evaluation of life domains.
Description
Annotation: The lecture discusses the concepts of awareness and self-monitoring. The role of self-monitoring in improving well-being and changing behavior is explained, as well as steps to promote self-awareness and self-monitoring. In the practical class, students evaluate life domains, determine their value and their satisfaction. Topics covered during the class: 1. What are my values? What is the most important for me? 2. How do the values that are most important to me appear in my daily activities? 3. Which area of life I would like to improve or change? Literature: Snyder, M. (1974). Self-monitoring of expressive behavior. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 30(4), 526–537. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0037039

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
Online
2

Topics

Self-monitoring and self-awareness. Evaluation of life domains.
Description
Annotation: The lecture discusses the concepts of awareness and self-monitoring. The role of self-monitoring in improving well-being and changing behavior is explained, as well as steps to promote self-awareness and self-monitoring. In the practical class, students evaluate life domains, determine their value and their satisfaction. Topics covered during the class: 1. What are my values? What is the most important for me? 2. How do the values that are most important to me appear in my daily activities? 3. Which area of life I would like to improve or change? Literature: Snyder, M. (1974). Self-monitoring of expressive behavior. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 30(4), 526–537. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0037039

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Transtheoretical model of behaviour change. Making a decision.
Description

Annotation: Transtheoretical model of behaviour change and all its stages are discussed. This model is used during this course to change a particular behavior. Viewing ways people make decisions and ways to make good decisions. Literature: 1. 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; 2. 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/; 3. 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

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Transtheoretical model of behaviour change. Making a decision.
Description

Annotation: Transtheoretical model of behaviour change and all its stages are discussed. This model is used during this course to change a particular behavior. Viewing ways people make decisions and ways to make good decisions. Literature: 1. 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; 2. 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/; 3. 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

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

The basic principles of goal setting.
Description

Annotation: The essence and importance of goal formulation is discussed, goal setting using the smart method is discussed. Topics covered during the class: Develop your SMART goal independently. Literature: 1. 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; 2. 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

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
Online
2

Topics

The basic principles of goal setting.
Description

Annotation: The essence and importance of goal formulation is discussed, goal setting using the smart method is discussed. Topics covered during the class: Develop your SMART goal independently. Literature: 1. 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; 2. 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

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

The concept and theory of Self-regulation.
Description
Annotation: The lecture discusses the theory of self-regulation and self-regulation strategies. Ways to improve your self-regulation are discussed. Self-regulatory methods are practiced. Topics covered during the class: Which method did you like the most? What emotions and feelings did you have while performing this task? What did you like / what didn't you like? Will you continue to use any of these methods? 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

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

The concept of Self-efficacy. The development of Self-efficacy and possible ways to facilitate Self-efficacy.
Description
Annotation: At the lecture there is described the concept of self-efficacy. The difference between self-efficacy and other concepts is described. The role of self-efficacy in self-regulation is described. Tips to increase self-efficacy is given. At the practical class Self- report measure of self-efficacy is performed. The case analysis task is performed. Topics covered during the class: What is self-efficacy? How does self-efficacy develop? How to measure self-efficacy? Literature: 1. Schwarzer, R., Renner, B. (2011). Health-specific self-efficacy scales. http://userpage.fu-berlin.de/health/healself.pdf 2. Bandura, A. (2012). On the functional properties of perceived self-efficacy revisited. Journal of Management, 38(1), 9-44.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
Online
2

Topics

The concept of Self-efficacy. The development of Self-efficacy and possible ways to facilitate Self-efficacy.
Description
Annotation: At the lecture there is described the concept of self-efficacy. The difference between self-efficacy and other concepts is described. The role of self-efficacy in self-regulation is described. Tips to increase self-efficacy is given. At the practical class Self- report measure of self-efficacy is performed. The case analysis task is performed. Topics covered during the class: What is self-efficacy? How does self-efficacy develop? How to measure self-efficacy? Literature: 1. Schwarzer, R., Renner, B. (2011). Health-specific self-efficacy scales. http://userpage.fu-berlin.de/health/healself.pdf 2. Bandura, A. (2012). On the functional properties of perceived self-efficacy revisited. Journal of Management, 38(1), 9-44.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Motivation and its role in self-regulation.
Description
Annotation: At the lecture there are explained main definitions of motivation, described intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. The wider explanation of human needs is given. The description of Self-determination theory is given. The importance of motivation in goal achievement is explained. Topics covered during the class: What is motivation and how it can be beneficial in goal achievement? How to increase motivation towards goal achievement? Literature: 1. Deci E.L., Ryan R.M. (1985) Conceptualizations of Intrinsic Motivation and Self-Determination. In: Intrinsic Motivation and Self-Determination in Human Behavior. Perspectives in Social Psychology. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-2271-7_2 2. Olena Kryshko, Jens Fleischer, Carola Grunschel, Detlev Leutner, Self-efficacy for motivational regulation and satisfaction with academic studies in STEM undergraduates: The mediating role of study motivation, Learning and Individual Differences, Volume 93, 2022, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lindif.2021.102096. 3. Sansone, Carol;Harackiewicz, Judith M. Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation : The Search for Optimal Motivation and Performance. Elsevier Science & Technology, 2000 4. Dmitry A. Leontiev, Motivation, Consciousness, and Self-Regulation, Nova Science Publishers, Incorporated, 2012

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Stress and stress management.
Description
Annotation: There is described theory of stress, stressors. The process of stress and stress reactions is explained. The lecture gives understanding of stress sources, helps to identify stress reactions. The description of positive stress and toxic stress is explained. The emotion-focused and problem-focused coping is described. Topics covered during the class: What is stress? What factors lead to stressful appraisals? What are the signs of distress and eustress? How to manage stress? Literature: 1. Jorge Luiz Lima da Silva,Rafael da Silva Soares, Felipe dos Santos Costa, Danusa de Souza Ramos, Fabiano Bittencourt Lima, and Liliane Reis Teixeira, Psychosocial factors and prevalence of burnout syndrome among nursing workers in intensive care units, 2015 Apr-Jun; 27(2): 125–133. DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-2271-7_2 2. Alexander J. Hish, Gabriela A. Nagy, Caitlin M. Fang, Lisalynn Kelley, Christopher V. Nicchitta, Kafui Dzirasa, and M. Zachary Rosenthal Rebecca Price. Applying the Stress Process Model to Stress–Burnout and Stress–Depression Relationships in Biomedical Doctoral Students: A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study, https://doi.org/10.1187/cbe.19-03-0060 3. Azevedo, S., & Cavalcanti, L. (2013). Psychology of Stress: New Research. Hauppauge, N.Y.: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Emotions and the regulation of emotions.
Description
Annotation: At the lecture the theory of emotions is explained. There are described, basic and complex emotions, functions of emotion, primary and secondary emotions, physiological pattern of emotions. The importance of emotional awareness and regulation of emotion is explained. Topics covered during the class: What are emotions? Why do we need emotions? How to determine emotions? What makes us emotional? What is emotional awareness? How to regulate emotions? Literature: 1. Flaten, M, & al.Absi, M. (2016). The neuroscience of pain, stress, and emotion : psychological and clinical implications. Academik press. 2. Iván García-Magariñoa, Luca Chittaro,Inmaculada Plazab, Bodily sensation maps: Exploring a new direction for detecting emotions 3. Ivan Nyklícek, Lydia Temoshok, and Ad Vingerhoets. Emotional Expression and Health : Advances in Theory, Assessment and Clinical Applications, Taylor & Francis Group, 2012 from user self-reported data, Volume 113, May 2018, Pages 32-47, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhcs.2018.01.010

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
Online
2

Topics

Seminar: my Self-efficacy and Self-regulation skills
Description
Annotation: In the seminar students present their independent work. 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. A clearly defined goal is set for solving the problem area - 1 point. 3. Describe the steps towards the goal - 1 point. 4. The result to be achieved is formulated - 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 the seminar - 2 points.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
Online
2

Topics

Seminar: my Self-efficacy and Self-regulation skills
Description
Annotation: In the seminar students present their independent work. 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. A clearly defined goal is set for solving the problem area - 1 point. 3. Describe the steps towards the goal - 1 point. 4. The result to be achieved is formulated - 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 the seminar - 2 points.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Written)
PART-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Factors affecting human behaviour and psychological well-being. Practices promoting psychological well-being. Mind mistakes.
Description

Annotation: The lecture looks at physical, economic, social, emotional, psychological well-being and the factors that affects it. Ways to improve well-being are considered. The topic of mental errors is discussed mind biases. Literature: 1. Yıldırım, M., Arslan, G. Exploring the associations between resilience, dispositional hope, preventive behaviours, subjective well-being, and psychological health among adults during early stage of COVID-19. Curr Psychol (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-020-01177-2; 2. Lesser, Iris A., and Carl P. Nienhuis. (2020). The Impact of COVID-19 on Physical Activity Behavior and Well-Being of Canadians. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 11: 3899. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17113899; 3. Rupert, P. A., & Dorociak, K. E. (2019). Self-care, stress, and well-being among practicing psychologists. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 50(5), 343–350. https://doi.org/10.1037/pro0000251

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Self-monitoring and self-awareness. Evaluation of life domains.
Description
Annotation: The lecture discusses the concepts of awareness and self-monitoring. The role of self-monitoring in improving well-being and changing behavior is explained, as well as steps to promote self-awareness and self-monitoring. In the practical class, students evaluate life domains, determine their value and their satisfaction. Topics covered during the class: 1. What are my values? What is the most important for me? 2. How do the values that are most important to me appear in my daily activities? 3. Which area of life I would like to improve or change? Literature: Snyder, M. (1974). Self-monitoring of expressive behavior. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 30(4), 526–537. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0037039

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Self-monitoring and self-awareness. Evaluation of life domains.
Description
Annotation: The lecture discusses the concepts of awareness and self-monitoring. The role of self-monitoring in improving well-being and changing behavior is explained, as well as steps to promote self-awareness and self-monitoring. In the practical class, students evaluate life domains, determine their value and their satisfaction. Topics covered during the class: 1. What are my values? What is the most important for me? 2. How do the values that are most important to me appear in my daily activities? 3. Which area of life I would like to improve or change? Literature: Snyder, M. (1974). Self-monitoring of expressive behavior. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 30(4), 526–537. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0037039

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Transtheoretical model of behaviour change. Making a decision.
Description

Annotation: Transtheoretical model of behaviour change and all its stages are discussed. This model is used during this course to change a particular behavior. Viewing ways people make decisions and ways to make good decisions. Literature: 1. 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; 2. 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/; 3. 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

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

The basic principles of goal setting.
Description

Annotation: The essence and importance of goal formulation is discussed, goal setting using the smart method is discussed. Topics covered during the class: Develop your SMART goal independently. Literature: 1. 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; 2. 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

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

The basic principles of goal setting.
Description

Annotation: The essence and importance of goal formulation is discussed, goal setting using the smart method is discussed. Topics covered during the class: Develop your SMART goal independently. Literature: 1. 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; 2. 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

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

The basic principles of goal setting.
Description

Annotation: The essence and importance of goal formulation is discussed, goal setting using the smart method is discussed. Topics covered during the class: Develop your SMART goal independently. Literature: 1. 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; 2. 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

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

The concept and theory of Self-regulation.
Description
Annotation: The lecture discusses the theory of self-regulation and self-regulation strategies. Ways to improve your self-regulation are discussed. Self-regulatory methods are practiced. Topics covered during the class: Which method did you like the most? What emotions and feelings did you have while performing this task? What did you like / what didn't you like? Will you continue to use any of these methods? 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

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Stress and stress management.
Description
Annotation: There is described theory of stress, stressors. The process of stress and stress reactions is explained. The lecture gives understanding of stress sources, helps to identify stress reactions. The description of positive stress and toxic stress is explained. The emotion-focused and problem-focused coping is described. Topics covered during the class: What is stress? What factors lead to stressful appraisals? What are the signs of distress and eustress? How to manage stress? Literature: 1. Jorge Luiz Lima da Silva,Rafael da Silva Soares, Felipe dos Santos Costa, Danusa de Souza Ramos, Fabiano Bittencourt Lima, and Liliane Reis Teixeira, Psychosocial factors and prevalence of burnout syndrome among nursing workers in intensive care units, 2015 Apr-Jun; 27(2): 125–133. DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-2271-7_2 2. Alexander J. Hish, Gabriela A. Nagy, Caitlin M. Fang, Lisalynn Kelley, Christopher V. Nicchitta, Kafui Dzirasa, and M. Zachary Rosenthal Rebecca Price. Applying the Stress Process Model to Stress–Burnout and Stress–Depression Relationships in Biomedical Doctoral Students: A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study, https://doi.org/10.1187/cbe.19-03-0060 3. Azevedo, S., & Cavalcanti, L. (2013). Psychology of Stress: New Research. Hauppauge, N.Y.: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

The concept of Self-efficacy. The development of Self-efficacy and possible ways to facilitate Self-efficacy.
Description
Annotation: At the lecture there is described the concept of self-efficacy. The difference between self-efficacy and other concepts is described. The role of self-efficacy in self-regulation is described. Tips to increase self-efficacy is given. At the practical class Self- report measure of self-efficacy is performed. The case analysis task is performed. Topics covered during the class: What is self-efficacy? How does self-efficacy develop? How to measure self-efficacy? Literature: 1. Schwarzer, R., Renner, B. (2011). Health-specific self-efficacy scales. http://userpage.fu-berlin.de/health/healself.pdf 2. Bandura, A. (2012). On the functional properties of perceived self-efficacy revisited. Journal of Management, 38(1), 9-44.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Emotions and the regulation of emotions.
Description
Annotation: At the lecture the theory of emotions is explained. There are described, basic and complex emotions, functions of emotion, primary and secondary emotions, physiological pattern of emotions. The importance of emotional awareness and regulation of emotion is explained. Topics covered during the class: What are emotions? Why do we need emotions? How to determine emotions? What makes us emotional? What is emotional awareness? How to regulate emotions? Literature: 1. Flaten, M, & al.Absi, M. (2016). The neuroscience of pain, stress, and emotion : psychological and clinical implications. Academik press. 2. Iván García-Magariñoa, Luca Chittaro,Inmaculada Plazab, Bodily sensation maps: Exploring a new direction for detecting emotions 3. Ivan Nyklícek, Lydia Temoshok, and Ad Vingerhoets. Emotional Expression and Health : Advances in Theory, Assessment and Clinical Applications, Taylor & Francis Group, 2012 from user self-reported data, Volume 113, May 2018, Pages 32-47, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhcs.2018.01.010

  1. Class/Seminar

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Location
Contact hours
Off site
E-Studies platform
2

Topics

Seminar: my Self-efficacy and Self-regulation skills
Description
Annotation: In the seminar students present their independent work. 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. A clearly defined goal is set for solving the problem area - 1 point. 3. Describe the steps towards the goal - 1 point. 4. The result to be achieved is formulated - 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 the seminar - 2 points.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Written)

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Diener, E., Oishi, S., & Tay, L. 2018. Advances in subjective well-being research. Nature Human Behaviour, 2(4), 253-260.Suitable for English stream

2.

Flaten, M., Absi, M. 2016. The neuroscience of pain, stress, and emotion: psychological and clinical implications. Academik press.Suitable for English stream

3.

Kathleen D. Vohs, Roy F. Baumeister. 2018. Handbook of Self-Regulation. 3rd Edition : Research, Theory, and Applications. Vol Third edition. The Guilford PressSuitable for English stream

4.

McCarty, R. 2023. Stress, Health, and Behavior / Richard McCarty.Suitable for English stream

5.

Thompson, E. 2020. Coping with Stress / Elissa Thompson and Linda Bickerstaff.Suitable for English stream

Additional Reading

1.

Bandura, A. 2012. On the functional properties of perceived self-efficacy revisited. Journal of Management, 38(1), 9-44.Suitable for English stream

2.

Moksnes, U. K., Eilertsen, M. B., Ringdal, R., Bjørnsen, H. N., & Rannestad, T. 2019. Life satisfaction in association with self‐efficacy and stressor experience in adolescents – self‐efficacy as a potential moderator. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, 33(1), 222–230.Suitable for English stream

3.

Ngamaba, K., Panagioti, H., & Armitage, M. 2018. Income inequality and subjective well-being: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Quality of Life Research, 27(3), 577-596.Suitable for English stream

4.

Sears, R. W. 2015. Building competence in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy: transcripts and insights for working with stress, anxiety, depression, and other problems. New York: Routledge.Suitable for English stream

5.

Schwarzer, R., Renner, B. 2011. Health-specific self-efficacy scales.Suitable for English stream

6.

White, R.C. 2018. The stress management workbook : de-stress in 10 minutes or less. Emeryville, CA : Althea PressSuitable for English stream

Other Information Sources

1.

Scientific articles form PubMed, ScienceDirect, Ebsco data bases.Suitable for English stream

2.

RSU Psiholoģijas dienas 2024. Forest Therapy: A Pathway to Protect Forests and Promote Human Health

3.

RSU Scientific Conference 2019 Improvement of emotion regulation: a focus of the psychological care.

4.

RSU Scientific Conference 2019. Self-help practice as form of individual psychological support