PSY 3210 - Stereotypes and Prejudice

Institution:

Curry College

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Description:

Offered Periodically This course examines the topic of prejudice as viewed by Social Psychology. The goal of the course is to familiarize students with current and classical social-psychological theory and research regarding prejudice, especially prejudice related to race and culture. Topics will include historical approaches to understanding prejudice, personality approaches, social categorization and stereotyping, “modern” racism, the social consequences of prejudice,and ways to combat prejudice. Because some of the topics may be controversial, students will be expected to view such topics in a dispassionate, scientific manner. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.curry.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 333-2900

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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