PS 3314 - Social Psychology

Institution:

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

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Description:

Explores issues of human behavior as it is affected by social interaction and situations. Addresses the nature of social psychological inquiry, with particular emphasis on research methods. Course topics include aggression, altruism, attitudes, attraction, conformity, group dynamics, perception of self and others, prejudice, social roles, the biological basis of social behavior and interpersonal bargaining. Cultural differences in interpreting social behavior and context are also considered. Students are asked to collect data on social psychological phenomenon for each major topic covered, as the major part of the laboratory requirement. A final term paper is required that contains a review and critical analysis of the research on a topic in social psychology. Prerequisite: PS 2104.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.poly.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 260-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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