CLP 1000 - Psychology of Personal Growth - An OER Repository for Instructors: Module 1, Personality/Values/Self

Gives foundational info on historical and current perspectives on personality theory.

Explains the Five-Factor Model and describes each trait: use with Big Five Test to explain theory and interpret test results.

Good video explaining why MOST personality tests (Myers-Briggs, Rorschach, etc.) are not scientifically valid, and why the Big Five is the best option.

Fred Oswald, PhD (Professor of I/O Psychology) discusses these tests and their use in workplace personnel decisions. Extends topic across modules (Career)

Challenges the notion that personality is stable, newer research suggests that our personality changes often in response to environment, circumstances, etc.

Reports on a study that shows certain traits are related to life satisfaction, regardless of age.

Extends topic by connecting across modules (Career, Stress/Wellbeing). Emphasizes why alignment is important to well-being, productivity, and other life domains (relationships, stress) Extends topic by connecting across modules (Career, Stress/Wellbeing). Emphasizes why alignment is important to well-being, productivity, and other life domains (relationships, stress)

Gives foundational info on defining values, their development, cultural/social implications, and includes self-assessment and journaling/discussion questions.

Defining self-efficacy, why it’s important, how it’s developed, factors that influence it, etc.

Gives foundational info on self-concept, self-esteem, social influence, etc. Includes exercises and critical thinking prompts.

Gives foundational info on self-concept, self-esteem, social influence, etc. Includes exercises and critical thinking prompts.

This video connects self-perception to personality by illustrating how our internal dialogue shapes our self-image, influencing our behavior, confidence, and how we present ourselves to the world.