Theories of Personality: A Foundational Guide

Have you ever wondered what drives human behavior and why every individual is unique? Personality psychology provides the framework for understanding these core differences. By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundational knowledge of the major historical and modern theories of personality, along with the methods used to formally assess individual traits and patterns. What you'll learn: * Understand the key concepts and historical context of psychodynamic and humanistic theories. * Analyze major trait theories, including the modern Five Factor Model (OCEAN). * Apply learning and cognitive approaches to explain the development and manifestation of personality. * Practice interpreting standardized psychometric assessment methods used for measuring personality. * Learn the basic research methods, including cross-cultural studies, used to investigate personality stability and change. The course begins with defining personality and tracing the evolution of major theoretical perspectives before moving into practical chapters on trait models and contemporary assessment techniques. This course is designed for absolute beginners interested in psychology, human behavior, or academic study. No prior knowledge of psychological concepts or statistics is required. Start building your understanding of the science of self and others today.