Dr. Jan Luca Pletzer
Teaching
My teaching is grounded in the principles of active learning. I create interactive learning environments where students are encouraged to discuss, question, and critically engage with the material. Through group work, thought-provoking assignments, and clear learning goals, I help students connect theory to practice and develop the skills to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Regular feedback and reflection support their learning progress, while collaborative activities strengthen both understanding and social connections. This approach is reflected in the diverse courses I teach, which combine theoretical foundations with interactive, practice-oriented learning experiences. For more details, see below:
A Multilevel Perspective on Employee Well-Being
This second-year Bachelor course examines workplace well-being from the individual to the societal level. Students explore its definition, measurement, and importance, and learn about individual strategies (e.g., job crafting), team dynamics, leadership, organizational interventions, and broader cultural and public health influences. Learning takes place through lectures, tutorials, group work, and case-based assignments that bridge research and practice.
Attitudes and Emotions in Organizations
This Master course explores the nature, causes, and consequences of employees’ attitudes (e.g., job satisfaction) and emotions (e.g., joy, anger) at work. Students examine how these factors influence behavior, motivation, and organizational outcomes, and learn about emotional regulation, emotional labor, and emotional intelligence. The course integrates theory, empirical research, and practical implications. Students also work on collaborative group assignments that bring the material to life, allowing them to actively apply concepts to realistic organizational scenarios.
A Multilevel Understanding of Workplace Behavior
A hands-on Master research course in which students design, conduct, and analyze an empirical study on an organizational psychology topic. Working in small groups, students collect data, perform statistical analyses, and write an individual research report in the format of a scientific paper. The course strengthens research design, data analysis, and academic writing skills.
Thesis Supervision
I supervise Bachelor’s and Master’s theses in organizational psychology, guiding students through all stages of the research process—from developing a research question and designing the study to analyzing data and writing the final thesis. My supervision approach combines academic rigor with personalized support, encouraging students to develop independent research skills while contributing to the broader field.