PSY2613 Psychology for Young Professionals Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which aspect is NOT included in enhancing identity exploration?

Self-regulation

Thinking style

Teamwork facilitation (correct)

Personality

Which module focuses on self-management skills?

Managing Yourself (correct)

Team Collaboration

Connecting with People

Adapting to Environment

What is the primary focus of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)?

Assessing normal personality traits (correct)

Analyzing teamwork effectiveness

Evaluating emotional intelligence

Calculating stress levels in individuals

What personality classification does the MBTI NOT use?

Creative or analytical Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes Al's perception of himself?

He thinks he is a good fellow. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a professional in the context of the given content?

A person engaged in a paid occupation requiring training and qualifications. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a course intended learning outcome for the course described?

Develop advanced statistical skills in psychology. Signup and view all the answers

How is a professional student defined in the content?

A student who receives financial support while adhering to professional standards. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant aim of the course mentioned in the content?

To enhance knowledge on human behavior to promote professional competence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight of the in-class quiz in the overall assessment?

30% Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the course outcomes is dedicated to synthesizing psychology concepts with personal experiences?

40% Signup and view all the answers

When will the final submission of the Poster & Booklet be due?

Nov 25 at 23:59 HKT Signup and view all the answers

What is the group size requirement for the Poster & Booklet project?

5 or 6 members, or fewer based on class size Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a student is absent from either Session 12 or Session 13?

They will not receive presentation marks. Signup and view all the answers

Where can students find recommended readings for the course?

On Canvas and in the CityU library Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic describes someone high in openness?

Imaginative and independent Signup and view all the answers

Which group characteristic involves having common goals?

Common goals Signup and view all the answers

How is a person low in neuroticism likely to behave?

Calm and relaxed Signup and view all the answers

Which situation likely does not fit the definition of a group?

Three people sitting in separate rooms Signup and view all the answers

What is a typical behavior of someone high in conscientiousness?

Well-organized and dependable Signup and view all the answers

Which personality trait reflects a tendency to be sympathetic and good-natured?

Agreeableness Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of structured behavior in groups?

Defined roles and responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes extraversion?

Sociable and talkative Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Overview

SS2613: Psychology for Young Professionals
- Tuesdays 9:00-11:50am in Yeung G4702
Course aims
- Prepare students for the professional world
- Apply psychology knowledge to daily behaviors
- Develop cross-disciplinary competence

Course Structure

Module 1: Managing Yourself
- Instructor: Hui Fang CHEN, [email protected], LI 5635
- Lessons: Your Personality, How You Think, Emotion, Motivation, and Stress
Module 2: Connecting with People
- Instructor: Hui Fang CHEN, [email protected], LI 5635
- Lessons: People in Groups, Cultural Mind
Module 3: Adapting to the Modern World
- Instructor: Yangchu HUANG, [email protected]
- Lessons: Mind & Machine, Learning from the Environment, Malleable Mind

Assessments

Quiz 1 (30%)
- 60 multiple-choice questions, individual assessment
- October 22, 2024, from 9:30 am until 10:45 am
Quiz 2 (30%)
- 15 multiple-choice questions and 1 essay question, individual assessment
- November 19, 2024, from 9:30 am until 10:45 am
Poster & Booklet (40%)
- Groups of 5/6 members, focus on a topic and apply psychology knowledge
- Final submission:
  - Canvas: November 25 (HKT 23:59)
  - Hardcopy: November 26 (HKT 12:00)
- **Presentation days (compulsory): **
  - Day 1: November 26, 2024 (HKT)
  - Day 2: December 3, 2024 (HKT)

Key Concepts

What is a professional?
- A paid occupation with prolonged training and formal qualifications
- Expects a courteous, conscientious, and businesslike manner
- Conforms to technical and ethical standards
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
- Normative personality test based on Carl Jung's theories
- Classifies individuals as:
  - Extraverted or introverted
  - Sensing or intuitive
  - Thinking or feeling
  - Judging or perceiving
The Big Five Personality Dimensions
- Openness: Independent, imaginative, broad interests, receptive to new ideas VS. Conforming, practical, narrow interests, closed to new ideas
- Conscientiousness: Well-organized, dependable, careful, disciplined VS. Disorganized, undependable, careless, impulsive
- Extraversion: Sociable, talkative, friendly, adventurous VS. Reclusive, quiet, aloof, cautious
- Agreeableness: Sympathetic, polite, good-natured, soft-hearted VS. Tough-minded, rude, irritable, ruthless
- Neuroticism: Emotional, insecure, nervous, self-pitying VS. Calm, secure, relaxed, self-satisfied
What constitutes a group?
- According to Agans (1999):
  - Interdependent members
  - Structured or patterned behavior
  - Common goals
  - Perceived groupness

Resources

Course materials:
- Available in the CityU library
- Refer to the course outline for recommended readings
Canvas:
- For slides and recommended readings
- Assessment criteria for tests and projects
Encourage searching for relevant materials and sharing findings with the class

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Test your understanding of key concepts in Psychology for Young Professionals. This quiz covers topics from personality, emotional intelligence, to cultural influences on behavior, designed to prepare you for real-world applications. Dive into the intricacies of human behavior and enhance your professional skills.