PSY 1515 - Motivation and Emotion

Institution:

Saint Joseph's University

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Description:

What motivates us to act as we do? How do different psychological theories explain the reasons for behavior? Is one type of motivational explanation generally better than the rest? This course will attempt to answer each of these questions through a discussion and comparison of evolutionary, biological, and cognitive approaches to motivation. This course will also consider emotions and feelings within a motivational framework. Formerly PSY 2345. No prerequisite.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sju.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 660-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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