UNIV2401/E: Joy and Achievement in Learning

Course Description

This 1-credit hour course will investigate the paths connecting deep learning to one’s career objectives, leading to the pursuit of a joyful life. The class provides scholars opportunities to: practice skills regarding academic and professional purpose, success at UGA, and the building and maintenance of a joy-infused life.

Course Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Articulate their educational, professional goals in relation to their pursuit of a joyful life
Apply understandings of well-being literature to their own goal pursuit, motivational attitudes and behaviors
Practice behaviors conducive to achieving high levels of well-being, based on scientific research
Develop a personalized career development plan, supported by steps in their academic goals
Identify the main ideas and arguments of the well-known research of happiness and well-being

Course Syllabi

Coming soon for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025.

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