HD 6290

The Structure and Dynamics of Self-Regulation

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Takes an in-depth look at structural and dynamic aspects of self-regulation with particular emphasis on empirical approaches and methodological challenges. Students will identify areas of overlap with their own interests and develop concrete ideas of how a self-regulatory angle can enrich their research ideas or broaden their professional perspective.

Enrollment Priority Primarily for: graduate students. Seniors who have completed at least two 3000/4000 level classes in HD or PSYCH may enroll with instructor approval.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2022SP, 2017SP, 2016SP

Learning Outcomes

• Describe key theoretical controversies and empirical challenges in contemporary research on self-regulation.
• Propose a new research program to advance the field of self-regulation.
• Develop concrete policies or interventions that translate basic research on self-regulation into real-life settings.

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