Introduction to Psychology

Experiments at the core

Offered by the University of Toronto, this Coursera course highlights some of the most interesting experiments in psychology and discusses what they reveal. The approach lets well-chosen studies carry the lessons rather than presenting a long list of abstract theories.

Skills it targets

The listed skills stretch across the subject: science and research methods, experimentation, mental health conditions, and everyday capacities such as stress management, mindfulness, goal setting and adaptability. Some are grounded in research design, others in personal practice.

Who it suits

• Beginners who want a university-led first look at psychology
• Learners interested in how experiments are designed and interpreted
• Anyone curious about mindfulness and stress from a research standpoint

Because it is pitched at beginners, prior knowledge of psychology is not needed.