Module Code: |
H8CYPSY |
Long Title
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Cyberpsychology
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Title
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Cyberpsychology
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Module Level: |
LEVEL 8 |
EQF Level: |
6 |
EHEA Level: |
First Cycle |
Module Coordinator: |
David Mothersill |
Module Author: |
Fearghal O'Brien |
Departments: |
School of Business
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Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
Lecturer with PhD in Psychology or related cognate discipline
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Identify psychological theories relevant to the study of human interactions with emerging technology. |
LO2 |
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the role of technology in human cognition, emotion, and behaviour. |
LO3 |
Critically evaluate the interplay between cyberpsychology and other subfields of psychology. |
LO4 |
Demonstrate an integrated knowledge of selected topics from cyberpsychology and how they apply to topical real-world issues. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Entry requirements |
There are no additional entry requirements for this module. The programme entry requirements apply.
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Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
Introduction to Cyberpsychology
What is cyberpsychology? How does it relate to other fields in psychology?
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Computer Games
What are computer games? Why do people play them? What psychological effects do they have on players?
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Social Media Use
How does behaviour on social media relate to behaviour in the non-virtual world? What attracts people to use these platforms? How do we study social media behaviour?
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Fake News
Why do people believe stories/headlines that lack credibility? How do we distinguish between fake news and misleading information? What impact, if any, does fake news have on society?
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Online dating
How does online dating differ from traditional forms of meeting romantic partners? Are there substantive differences between the methods used by different online services.
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Cyberbullying
How does cyberbullying differ from real world bullying? How do bullies, victims, and bystanders differ from one another? Can we reduce this technology-based bullying?
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Cyberdisorders
Can people be addicted to the internet? What is it about the internet that could be addictive? What types of content are people at highest risk of becoming addicted to?
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Cybercrime
What makes the internet a suitable place for criminal behaviour? Are cybercrimes comparable with non-virtual ones? What kind of crimes occur online?
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Online Health Behaviours
Can therapy be delivered via an online platform? Are people successful in searching for health-related answers online?
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
End of Module Assessment | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Assessment |
Assessment Type: |
Terminal Exam |
% of total: |
100 |
Assessment Date: |
End-of-Semester |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3,4 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: A selection of five essay topics that the student must choose two essays from. Exam duration is 4 hours. |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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Reassessment Description If students fail the exam, a repeat exam will take place with a similar format.
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NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours |
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
Classroom and demonstrations |
12 |
Per Semester |
1.00 |
Independent Learning |
Independent learning |
113 |
Per Semester |
9.42 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.00 |
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources |
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Kaye, K.L. (2021), Issues and Debates in Cyberpsychology, Open University Press.
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Attrill-Smith A., Fullwood C., & Keep, M. (2020), The Oxford Handbook of Cyberpsychology, Oxford University Press.
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Attrill, A. (Ed.). (2015), Cyberpsychology, Oxford University Press.
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Connolly, I., Palmer, M., Barton, H., & Kirwan, G. (2016), An Introduction to Cyberpsychology, Routledge.
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Whitty, M. T., & Young, G. (2017), Cyberpsychology: The study of individuals, society, and digital technologies, Wiley.
| This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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Other Resources |
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[Journal], Journal of Psychosocial Research in
Cyberspace.
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[Journal], Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social
Networking.
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[Journal], Computers in Human Behavior.
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