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Introduction to Psychology

IIT Kanpur NPTEL course introducing perception, learning, memory, emotion and personality.

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About this course

Prof. Braj Bhushan of IIT Kanpur introduces psychology's methods and major areas over eight weeks, including a lab session on perception.

Best for: Indian students exploring psychology or needing NPTEL credits.

What you will be able to do

  • Explain what psychology studies and how
  • Describe perception, learning and memory
  • Discuss emotion and personality
  • Understand genetic and environmental influences on behaviour

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Lectures are free to watch; the proctored NPTEL certification exam carries a fee.

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Is Introduction to Psychology really free?
Yes, the course material is free on NPTEL. Lectures are free to watch; the proctored NPTEL certification exam carries a fee.
How long does Introduction to Psychology take?
NPTEL does not publish an hour estimate. It is video lectures, so you set the pace.
Do I need experience before Introduction to Psychology?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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