Social Psychology for Sustainability and Participation
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
1. Knowledge of the main theories of environmental psychology
2. Knowledge of the main dynamics of participatory processes
3. Knowledge of the contemporary methods and tools for the involvement of citizens in the understanding of the community-environment relationship
2. Knowledge of the main dynamics of participatory processes
3. Knowledge of the contemporary methods and tools for the involvement of citizens in the understanding of the community-environment relationship
Expected learning outcomes
1. Understanding the psychosocial factors shaping the interaction between a community and its environment
2. Understanding the relationships between individuals, communities, and places during participatory processes
3. Basic use of the main methods and tools for participatory processes in the environmental field
2. Understanding the relationships between individuals, communities, and places during participatory processes
3. Basic use of the main methods and tools for participatory processes in the environmental field
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course can be attended as a single course.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
The first part of the course will cover key concepts in environmental psychology, including the beneficial effects of natural environments, the role of aesthetic components of landscapes, and quality of life in urban environments. The second part of the course will focus on the psychological and social factors influencing pro-environmental behaviors, including strategies and technologies that can promote public engagement in the transition to sustainable lifestyles.
Prerequisites for admission
There are no prerequisites for the course.
Teaching methods
Lecture sessions will be complemented by activities that encourage active interaction among participants, including group work.
Teaching Resources
Attending students:
Steg, L., Van del Berg, A., & De Groot, J. (2013). Manuale di psicologia ambientale e dei comportamenti ecologici. Edizioni FerrariSinibaldi.
Non-attending students:
Steg, L., Van del Berg, A., & De Groot, J. (2013). Manuale di psicologia ambientale e dei comportamenti ecologici. Edizioni FerrariSinibaldi.
Arcidiacono, C., De Piccoli, N., Mannarini, T., & Marta, E. (2021). Psicologia di comunità. Vol. 1: Prospettive e concetti chiave. FrancoAngeli.
Steg, L., Van del Berg, A., & De Groot, J. (2013). Manuale di psicologia ambientale e dei comportamenti ecologici. Edizioni FerrariSinibaldi.
Non-attending students:
Steg, L., Van del Berg, A., & De Groot, J. (2013). Manuale di psicologia ambientale e dei comportamenti ecologici. Edizioni FerrariSinibaldi.
Arcidiacono, C., De Piccoli, N., Mannarini, T., & Marta, E. (2021). Psicologia di comunità. Vol. 1: Prospettive e concetti chiave. FrancoAngeli.
Assessment methods and Criteria
Learning assessment is conducted through an oral exam on the knowledge acquired during the course lectures, the recommended bibliography for attending students, and group activities. For non-attending students, the oral exam will evaluate the knowledge acquired from the recommended bibliography.
Educational website(s)
Professor(s)
Reception:
Monday 10-11
Department of Cultural and Environmental Heritage - via Celoria 10 (ingresso via Ponzio 7), edificio 22040, stanza R036