Learn by Doing Psychology

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to review material from the scientific field of psychology and where appropriate adapt it to experiential and active learning classroom experiences. The study is conducted in order to meet the Swedish curriculum for gymnasium and the courses Psychology 1 and 2. The review includes scientific material in a range of forms, such as training programs, personal- and school intervention programs, psychometrics and experimental psychology. The study suggests classroom activities on the topics:  cognitive-behavioral therapy, stress coping, positive psychology, emotional intelligence, psychometrics, cultural competency and cognitive bias.