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Lecturer(s)
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Kučera Dalibor, doc. PhDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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Key Topics of the Course: 1. Introduction to Interdisciplinarity, History, and Ethics Selected Topics: The development of interdisciplinary approaches in psychology; Methodological challenges and approaches (e.g., the use of advanced statistical techniques; integrative meta-analyses; the functioning of scientific collectives); Ethical issues in interdisciplinary research (e.g., ethical implications of artificial intelligence). 2. Informatics and Technology Selected Topics: Advances in artificial intelligence and cognitive sciences; Developments in HCI (Human-Computer Interaction), VR (Virtual Reality), and AR (Augmented Reality). 3. Neurosciences and Biological Sciences Selected Topics: Psychology in the context of neurosciences and neuropsychology; Neuroimaging methods, the Human Connectome Project, (epi)genetics; Neuroplasticity; Neurodegeneration; Brain-computer/machine interface. 4. Economics, Law, and Policy Selected Topics: Behavioral economics; Integration of AI in law, behavioral regulation, and public policy.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing), Dialogic (discussion, interview, brainstorming), Work with multi-media resources (texts, internet, IT technologies)
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Learning outcomes
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The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the fundamental principles and the purpose of interdisciplinary functioning in science and research. A key focus is placed on interdisciplinarity in the field of psychology, both at the theoretical and practical levels. The course also highlights the specifics of integrating psychology with other social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, as well as technologies, which are bringing significant changes to the traditional understanding of the study of behavior and experience.
Orientation in interdisciplinary fields related to psychology; systematization and synthesis of current information.
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Prerequisites
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The course assumes a comprehensive knowledge of the core subjects of undergraduate psychology studies (as outlined by EuroPsy). A key requirement is a strong orientation in the history of psychology, psychological theories, general and cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and neuropsychology. Additionally, students are expected to have the ability to work effectively with academic texts in English.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Combined exam, Test
Study of texts related to the course topics Completion and submission of the assigned task by the specified deadline Self-study of literature (see syllabus) Participation in a research project (details to be provided) Entrance test on the content of study texts (one retake allowed) Oral examination on the key topics of the course Aktivní účast (seminární)
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Recommended literature
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Goldstone R. Current Directions in Psychological Science. APS Journals.
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Joranger, L. An interdisciplinary approach to the human mind: Subjectivity, science and experiences in change. Taylor & Francis, 2018.
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Kučera, Dalibor. Moderní psychologie : hlavní obory a témata současné psychologické vědy. Vyd. 1. Praha : Grada, 2013. ISBN 978-80-247-4621-0.
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Kulišťák, Petr. Neuropsychologie. 2., aktualiz. a přeprac. vyd. Praha : Portál, 2011. ISBN 978-80-7367-891-3.
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Solms, Mark; Turnbull, Oliver. Mozek a vnitřní svět : úvod do neurovědy subjektivní zkušenosti. Vyd. 1. Praha : Portál, 2014. ISBN 978-80-262-0592-0.
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Tileagă, C., & Byford, J. (Eds.). Psychology and history: Interdisciplinary explorations. Cambridge University Press, 2014.
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Valsiner, J. Becoming integrative in science: Re-building contemporary psychology through interdisciplinary and international collaboration. Integrative Psychological and Behavioral Science, 41(1), 1-5. 2007.
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