Syllabus

This unit covers theories of motivation (such as brain processes, extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, goal-setting, and the self) and emotion (including biological and cognitive perspectives, core emotions, and emotional regulation) and considers their application to everyday life.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Identify the major principles of motivation and emotion;
2. Integrate theories and current research towards explaining the role of motivation and emotions in human behaviour; and
3. Critically apply knowledge of motivation or emotion to an indepth understanding of a specific topic in this field.

Graduate attributes

This unit addresses the following UC graduate attributes:

1. UC graduates are professional; they can:
   1. employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills;
   2. communicate effectively;
   3. use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems;
   4. display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload;
   5. take pride in their professional and personal integrity.
2. UC graduates are global citizens; they can:
   1. adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries;
   2. understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures;
   3. communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings;
   4. make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives;
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners; they can:
   1. be self-aware;
   2. adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas;
   3. evaluate and adopt new technology.

Prerequisites

1. Psychology 101 OR 11399 Understanding People and Behaviour AND
2. Psychology 102 OR Foundations of Psychology OR
3. Permission of unit convener.

Delivery mode

This unit is delivered in flexible mode via:

1. Lectures: 12 x 2 hour live virtual lectures, with online recording.
2. Tutorials: 12 x 1 hour live virtual or on-campus tutorials, with online recording.
3. Materials: Lecture, tutorial, and assessment materials available online via the unit websites (UCLearn and Wikiversity).
4. Discussion: UCLearn discussion forum and #emot21 hashtag on Twitter to discuss the unit.

Schedule

Timetable

• See timetable 2021.
• Enrol in a tutorial group.
• If you are unable to attend your scheduled tutorial, try to attend a tutorial at a different time or access the online recording.

Textbook

The textbook for the unit is "Understanding motivation and emotion" by Johnmarshall Reeve, published by Wiley.

Access options include:

• 7th edition (paperback AU$200) is available from The School Locker.
• 7th edition (e-book AU$81.25) is the cheapest and quickest way to access.
• UC Library

Earlier editions can be used, but lectures and quizzes will be based on the 7th edition.

Equipment

An audio headset is recommended for:

• recording of the multimedia presentation assessment item
• those participating in online tutorials

IT skills

Required IT skills (wiki editing and multimedia recording) will be taught in the unit.

Websites

1. UCLearn
2. Wikiversity
3. Twitter: #emot21

Assessment

This table summarises the assessment item weightings and due dates. Click the assessment items for detailed guidelines.

Evaluation

Previous students have generally indicated high levels of satisfaction with this unit, with several students reporting that this was the best unit of their degree. For more details, see evaluation.

See also

Admin

1. Equivalent units
2. Discussion forum
3. Evaluation
4. Gallery
5. Help
6. How to use Wikiversity
7. Staff

Content

1. Motivation | Emotion
2. Lectures
3. Readings
4. Schedule
5. Tutorials
6. Motivation and Emotion (Wikibooks)
7. Pearls of wisdom

External links

1. Unit outline: 7124 Motivation and Emotion (2020)
2. Unit description