HPTS3101 - Observation and Interview Methods
Overview
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts, principles, and terminology of psychological observation and interviewing as essential methods in psychological assessment. Students will examine various observational methods, including naturalistic and controlled observation, as well as recording techniques such as event sampling, time sampling, checklist, rating scale, and narrative recording. The course also covers structured, semi-structured, and unstructured interview formats, with emphasis on rapport building, questioning techniques, active listening, ethical considerations, reliability, validity, and objectivity in assessment data.
Through lectures, demonstrations, role-play, case analysis, field practice, and report writing, students will develop practical skills in observing behavior, conducting interviews, documenting findings, and integrating observation and interview data. By the end of the course, students are expected to demonstrate ethical, systematic, and professional practice in conducting basic non-clinical psychological observation and interviewing, and to communicate their findings through academic writing and oral presentation using appropriate APA style.
Learning Hours Composition:
- 28 hours face to face, consisting of interactive lectures, foundational concept discussions, and live demonstration/role-play of interviewing micro-skills.
- 32 hours of Structured Learning and Guided Group Discussions, including verbatim transcription reviews, observation field-note coding, and peer-evaluation of interview techniques.
- 30 hours of Independent, Project-Based Learning, focusing on conducting real-world or simulated field observations and interviews, and composing the final psychological report.
Managing Faculty:
Credit Point:
2 Credit(s)
Learning Hours:
45 hours x 2CPs = 90 hours
