Course: Theory and Methodology of Cognitive Research of Religion II

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Course title Theory and Methodology of Cognitive Research of Religion II
Course code KSA/TMKV2
Organizational form of instruction Seminar
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 2
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Kotherová Silvie, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
Theoretical and practical preparation for measurement of basic biometric data. Measurement of basic biometric data using SenseWear. Measurement of eye movement dynamics using Eye tracker. Measurement of body movement dynamics using MOKAP system. Measurement of cognitive activity using EEG. Selection of suitable type of measurement of the researched issue. Work on equipment. Measurement. Introduction to data analysis and interpretation. Principles for presentation of scientific knowledge.

Learning activities and teaching methods
unspecified
Learning outcomes
The course is focused on practical training of methodology of experimental research of religion, which is realized in a cognitive laboratory, where students under the supervision of the teacher will realize their own research project.
Students will acquire practical skills and knowledge of individual laboratory instruments, learn how to use the technique appropriately, how to choose a suitable group of probands, acquaint them with the nature of their own research, how to make the necessary measurements, evaluate measured data, interpret measured data and to explain the problem being investigated.
Prerequisites
unspecified

Assessment methods and criteria
unspecified
Attendance 90%; passing the credit.
Recommended literature
  • Inzlicht, M., Tullett, A. M., Good, M. (2011). The need to believe: A neuroscience account of religion as a motivated process.. Religion, Brain, & Behavior, 1, 192-212.
  • Konvalinka, Ivana, et al. (2011). Synchronized Arousal Between Performers and Related Spectators in a Fire-walking Ritual. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America. 108/20: 8514?8519.
  • Xygalatas, Dimitris. (2012). Effects of Religious Setting on Cooperative Behavior: A Case Study from Mauritius.? Religion, Brain and Behavior. 3/2: 91?102.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Arts Study plan (Version): Religion Studies (2019) Category: Philosophy, theology 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: -
Faculty: Faculty of Arts Study plan (Version): Religion Studies (2019) Category: Philosophy, theology 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: -