PSYC2030 — Social Psychology
PSYC 2030 - Social Psychology PSYC 2030 - Social Psychology Hours/Week: Lecture 3 Lab None Course Description: This course offers an introduction to social psychology, the field of psychological science focused on how the presence of others influences our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Key topics include social cognition, attitudes, social behavior, group processes, altruism, discrimination, social justice, and ethics and research methods in social psychology. The course also emphasizes the importance of culture and diversity in human behavior. MnTC Goals 5 History/Social/Behavioral Science, 9 Ethical/Civic Responsibility describe basic research methods and ethical responsibilities in social psychological research. critically evaluate research in psychological social psychology. apply social psychological theories or concepts to “real world” and/or personal examples. analyze the relatie contributions of personal characteristics and situational factors as influences on an individual’s behavior. relate social behavior to cultural context. relate social behavior to biological and evolutionary factors. evaluate social psychological theories or concepts through the lens of social justice. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6) 05. 01. Employ the methods and data that historians and social and behavioral scientists use to investigate the human condition. 05. 02. Examine social institutions and processes across a range of h
Prerequisites: PSYC1020, ENGL1020, ENGL1021
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- Psychology Transfer Pathway, AA
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