INSTRUCTIONAL PLAN

Department of Psychology and Counseling

Faculty of Education and Human Developmental
Sultan Idris Education University

SESSION 2015/2016

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Head of Department‘s Verification:

Date:

UNIVERSITI PENDIDIKAN SULTAN IDRIS

COURSE CURRICULUM DESIGN AND INSTRUCTIONAL PLANS

Fakulti : Pendidikan dan Pembangunan Manusia

Jabatan : Psikologi dan Kaunseling
Semester :2
Sesi : 2016/2017
Nama Kursus : Group Dynamics
Kod Kursus : KSR3503
Jam Kredit : 3 (3+0)
Prasyarat : Tiada

(For courses with pre-requisite, student must have taken and passed the pre-requisite
course according to the requirement given by the faculty/university)

LECTURER INFORMATION:

Name : Nuzsep Almigo

E-mel : [email protected]
Phone Number : 015-4811-7517
Room Number : Blok 07- AD 01, Kompleks FPPM
Kampus Sultan Azlan Shah,
Bandar Proton City

COURSE SYNOPSIS:

This course focuses on the psychological concepts in group behavior as well as prepares
students to become effective group member. This course explores on what happen when
people form groups, how groups function and how groups interact with other groups.

(Kursus ini memfokuskan kepada konsep-konsep psikologi dalam tingkah laku kumpulan
dan mempersiapkan pelajar untuk menjadi ahli kumpulan yang efektif. Kursus ini
meneroka keadaan yang berlaku dalam membentuk kumpulan, bagaimana sesuatu
kumpulan itu berfungsi dan bagaimana sesuatu kumpulan berinteraksi dengan kumpulan
yang lain.)

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RATIONALE OF THE COURSE:

This course is design to provide the application of psychology theory of group

dynamics and current issues.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Understand the psychological concepts in group dynamics.(C2).

2. Explains the process, functions and interactions of groups.(A3)

3. Demonstrate self-awareness and sensitivity towards others as a member of

groups.(TS2)

TRANSFERABLE SKILLS:

This course will enhance students' knowledge of group dynamics so as to solve the
problem in psychological resources through research and participation in Problem Based
Learning (PBL).

REFERENCES:

Forsyth, D., R. (2015). Group Dynamics. (5th ed.). Belmont, USA: Wadsworth- Cengage
Learning

Smith, K, K. (2013). Paradoxes of Group Life: Understanding Conflict, Paralysis, and

Movement in Group Dynamics. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass Publisher

Shulman,L (2011). Dynamics and Skills of Group Counseling. Canada: Nelson Education
ltd

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METHODS OF SOFT SKILLS EMBEDDED:

Activity KOM BKM PBP KKB KKU KKP EM

M M P
Lecture / /
Brainstorming / / / / / /
Group
/ / / / / /
Assignment
Individual
/ / / /
Assignment
Presentation / / /
Quiz
Midterm test

Abbreviation Skills
KOM Communication Skill
BKMM Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
PBPM Continuous Learning and Information Management
KKBP Team Work Skills
KKU Entrepreneurial Skills
KKP Leadership Skill
EM Professional Ethics and Moral

STUDENT’s PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT

Course work Percentage

Details LO %
Assignment 1 : Individual Assignment 1 10
Assignment 2 : Group Assignment and 3 20 60
Presentation
Assignment 3 : Group Project 2 dan 3 30
Final exam 1 and 2 40 40
Total 100%

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GRADING SCALE:

Grade Points interval GPA/CGPA

A 80 – 100 4.00
A- 75 – 79 3.75
B+ 70 – 74 3.50
B 65 – 69 3.00
B- 60 – 64 2.75
C+ 55 – 59 2.50
C 50 – 54 2.00
C- 45 – 49 1.75
D+ 40 – 44 1.50
D 35 – 39 1.00
F 0 – 34 0

SOFT SKILS GRADING SCALE:

Scale
4 Excellent
3 Good
2 Moderate
1 Weak

Rubrics as in Buku Kemahiran Insaniah/Soft skills

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WEEK TEACHING SCHEDULE:

*Abbreviation Activity Abbreviation Assessment

1, 2, 3 Lecture, Discussions, 1, 2, 3 Find Journal and Research
Questions and Anwers
3, 4, 5 Group Discussion 3, 4, 5 Problem solving
6, 7, 8 Group Discussion 6, 7, 8 Report and Presentation
9, 10, 11 Group Discussion 9, 10, 11 Report and Presentation
12, 13 Group Discussion 12, 13 Report and Presentation
14 Resume 14 Glossary

*Optional

Week Chapter/Topic Learning outcomes Soft skills T&L Assessment

At the end of each week, the students Activities
should be able to:
Nature of the group  Explain the definition of group KBPM  Lecture
1 dynamics PBPM  Discussion Discussion
 Defining group  Analyze factors group dynamics  Questions has been
 Classification of groups and learned
 The dynamic of a group answers
2 Measurement in group dynamics  Relate the method involved in KBPM  Lecture Discussion
research on psychological variables PBPM  Discussion has been
 Observational technique related to  Questions learned
 Self-report measure  Explain and analyze research and
answers

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3 Research design  Analyze by experimental design  Lecture Discussion

 Discussion has been
 Case study  Questions learned
 Experimental design and
answers
 Non-experimental design
4 Theories in group dynamics  Relate and explain the group KBPM  Lecture Discussion
dynamics influence PBPM  Discussion has been
 Motivational Models  Questions learned
 Behavioral Approaches and
 Systems Theories answers
 Cognitive Approaches
 Biological Models
5 Individual and group  Clarifying the relationship between KBPM  Lecture Discussion
individual and group processes PBPM  Discussion has been
 Isolation and Belonging  Questions learned
 Individualism and Collectivism and
 Personal Identity and Social Identity answers
6 Formation of group  Explain group affiliation and group KBPM  Lecture Discussion
attraction PBPM  Discussion has been
 Joining Groups  Questions learned
 Group Affiliation and
 Group Attraction answers
7 Cohesion and Development  Explain and apply group cohesion KBPM  Lecture Discussion
PBPM  Discussion has been
 The Nature of Group Cohesion  Questions learned
 Cohesion and Commitment and

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 Consequences of Cohesion answers

8 Structure  Explain of norms and roles in group KBPM  Lecture Discussion

PBPM  Discussion has been
 Norms  Questions learned
 Roles and
answers
9 Influence  Explain factors of influence group KBPM  Lecture Discussion
PBPM  Discussion has been
 Majority Influence  Questions learned
 Sources of Group Influence and
answers
10 Performance  Explain the representation social KBPM  Lecture Discussion
facilitation PBPM  Discussion has been
 Social Facilitation  Describe the effects on social  Questions learned
 Social Loafing combination and group creativity and
 Social Combination answers
 Group Creativity
11 Decision Making  Explaining groups and decisions KBPM  Lecture Discussion
 Apply decision making PBPM  Discussion has been
 Groups and Decisions  Questions learned
 Groups as Imperfect Decision Makers and
 Groupthink answers

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12 Conflict  Lectures and presentations KBPM  Lecture Discussion

 Apply theories and principles of PBPM  Discussion has been
 The Roots of Conflict psychology  Questions learned
 Confrontation and Escalation ananswers
 Conflict Resolution
13 Intergroup Relations  Lectures and presentations KBPM  Lecture Discussion
 Apply theories and principles of PBPM  Discussion has been
 Competition and Conflict psychology  Questions learned
 Social Categorization and
 Resolving Intergroup Conflict answers
14 Groups in Context  Lectures and presentation KBPM  Lecture Discussion
 Apply the principles of social PBPM  Discussion has been
 Group Setting psychology and activation in social  Questions learned
 Small-Group Ecology life and
 Territoriality answers

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TUTORIAL/LAB/WORKSHOP PLAN

No Topic Learning Outcome Soft skill Learning & Assessment

Teaching
Activities
1

Reminder:
1. Students must attend all lectures, tutorials, laboratory, studio or other activities related to the course, including courses with no final
examination (perkara 4.1dan 4.3)
2. Student with attendance of less than 80% will not be allowed to sit for final examination. (perkara 4.2)
3. Perkara 4.1, 4.2 and 4.3 can be waived for students who suffer from health problems and must be certified by government or UPSI
panel clinic medical officer.
4. Student who has to represent UPSI/State/Country in activity that is directed by the government or UPSI, is required to obtain a
recommendation letter from the Dean and must be approved by the Academic Affairs Division.

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