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The purpose of this course is to provide students with a practical framework of expertise development and self-regulation to pursue mastery in their personal passions. Through collaborative discussions and interdisciplinary instructor perspectives on expertise scholarship and course material, students will gain an understanding of the things that are most important to them, what it takes to become extraordinary in these areas while maintaining their psychological well-being, and a personalized plan to maximize their potential. Topics covered include deliberate practice, the psychology of motivation and positive functioning, accountability, competitiveness, leadership, resilience, happiness, flow, performance measurement, and well-being. The course will include both lectures and collaborative discussions, supplemented by research articles, Ted Talks, books, case studies and experiential exercises. Ultimately, at the end of the semester students will walk away from this class with a better understanding of the things that are most important to them, what it takes to become extraordinary in these areas, how to maintain students’ psychological and emotional well-being, and a personalized plan to do just that.

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