Positive Psychology in Education

The course explores how evidence-based principles and interventions from positive psychology can be applied to educational contexts to support student well-being, motivation, engagement, and resilience. Aimed at Master’s students, this practical course links current research to educational practice through analysis of key studies, classroom case discussions, and the design of ethical, context-sensitive interventions. Students will also develop a critical perspective on measurement, equity, and implementation challenges in real-world educational settings.

To develop a practical perspective concerning the possibilities of adopting positive education programs and interventions within educational contexts.

Session 1 : Dossier à rendre

Session 2 : Dossier à rendre

Dérogatoire : Dossier à rendre

Répartition de la note finale : 100%

Knowledge of basic concepts, theories, and findings of positive psychology and positive psychology of motivation.

To evaluate critically the educational contexts and to propose positive interventions aimed to promote teacher and learner motivation, engagement, and well-being.

Kern, M. L., & Wehmeyer, M. L. (2021). The Palgrave Macmillan Handbook of Positive Education. Palgrave Macmillan.
Wentzel, K. R., & Wigfield, A. (2009). Handbook of Motivation at School. Routledge.