Parapsychology
In this in-depth study, discover the secrets surrounding parapsychology, ranging from ESP to psychic experiences.
Course Highlights
Explore many aspects of the paranormal and psychic phenomena with this comprehensive course that consists of sixteen units. Dive into the fascinating field of parapsychology. The course begins with an introduction to parapsychology and moves through scientific methods, looking at how chance, coincidence, and the placebo effect fit into the explanation of unusual events. The phenomenology of extrasensory perception (ESP), psychokinesis, and the psychology of psychic fraud will all be explored in depth, giving students a thorough understanding of the sceptical and scientific facets of the area.
This course provides an in-depth examination of the most fascinating facets of parapsychology, including the survival hypothesis, near-death experiences, and out-of-body experiences. Studying telepathy, clairvoyance, hauntings, and apparitions might help in the process of looking into paranormal claims. The course concludes with a critical assessment of the theories that support the study of parapsychology. It also covers current themes in parapsychology, such as the investigation of aliens, UFOs, astrology, and the effects of meditation on psychic powers.
By the time this course ends, students will have gained the skills necessary to evaluate paranormal claims objectively and comprehend the psychological foundations of purported psychic occurrences. They will also have successfully navigated the intricacies and disputes that characterise the subject of parapsychology.
Learning outcome
- Understand the foundational concepts of parapsychology and its relationship with traditional science.
- Analyze the impact of probability, coincidence, and the placebo effect on psychic phenomena.
- Explore the evidence and theories behind extrasensory perception and psychokinesis.
- Critically evaluate the psychology of psychic fraud and the survival hypothesis.
- Gain insights into near-death experiences, out-of-body experiences, hauntings, and apparitions.
- Develop skills in investigating paranormal claims, including telepathy, clairvoyance, aliens, and UFOs.
- Understand the role of astrology and meditation in parapsychology.
Course media
Why should I take this course?
- To satisfy curiosity about the paranormal and psychic phenomena through scientific inquiry.
- To develop critical thinking skills by evaluating evidence and theories in parapsychology.
- To explore the intersection of parapsychology with psychology, science, and spirituality.
- To gain valuable skills in investigating and understanding extraordinary human experiences.
- To enhance knowledge in a unique field that offers insights into human consciousness and potential.
Career Path
- Parapsychologist
- Psychic Researcher
- Paranormal Investigator
- Clinical Psychologist with a focus on parapsychology
- Academic Researcher in Parapsychology
- Writer or Journalist specializing in parapsychology topics
- Consultant for paranormal investigations
Requirements
- An open mind and curiosity about paranormal phenomena and psychic experiences.
- Basic understanding of scientific principles and research methodology.
- Willingness to critically assess and engage with evidence and theories in parapsychology.
Course Curriculum
Course Curriculum
| Module 01: Introduction to Parapsychology | |||
| Introduction to Parapsychology | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 02: Parapsychology and Science | |||
| Parapsychology and Science | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 03: Probability and Coincidence | |||
| Probability and Coincidence | 00:16:00 | ||
| Module 04: The Placebo Effect | |||
| The Placebo Effect | 00:14:00 | ||
| Module 05: The Phenomenology of Extrasensory Perception | |||
| The Phenomenology of Extrasensory Perception | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 06: Psychokinesis | |||
| Psychokinesis | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 07: The Psychology of Psychic Fraud | |||
| The Psychology of Psychic Fraud | 00:16:00 | ||
| Module 08: The Survival Hypothesis | |||
| The Survival Hypothesis | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 09: Near-Death Experiences | |||
| Near-Death Experiences | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 10: Out-Of-Body Experiences | |||
| Out-Of-Body Experiences | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 11: Hauntings and Apparitions | |||
| Hauntings and Apparitions | 00:16:00 | ||
| Module 12: Telepathy and Clairvoyance in the Laboratory | |||
| Telepathy and Clairvoyance in the Laboratory | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 13: Investigating Aliens and UFO | |||
| Investigating Aliens and UFO | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 14: Astrology | |||
| Astrology | 00:25:00 | ||
| Module 15: Meditation | |||
| Meditation | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 16: Exploring the Theories | |||
| Exploring the Theories | 00:19:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Parapsychology | 05:01:00 | ||
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1 Year Access 
1 Students 
9 hours, 52 minutes