PSYC 231 - Interpersonal Relations

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

PSYCHOLOGY

Description:

An in-depth examination of psychological research on interpersonal relationships, with particular attention to the effect of relationships on identity formation and self-structure. Includes an examination of the process of interpersonal communication. Course Objectives (1) Correctly identify the major interpersonal structural rules and post-structural perspectives offered in class. Student will correctly recall course terminology and use it appropriately. Assessment: Multiple Choice Exam (2) Grasp structural and post-structural analysis as well as the methods of interpretation of interpersonal communication, communication competence, language rules, and facilitating empathy. Assessment: In-class and assigned interplay and ethnographies (3) Demonstrate cogent, clear, scholarly and reflective writing on analysis of films and in-class demonstrations. Assessment: Film reflection papers and ethnography assignments (4) Correctly distinguish between structural elements and post-structural signifiers. Assessment: In-class and assigned ethnographies (5) Interpret films and transcripts using ones' own words, course terminology and post-structural theory. Assessment: reflection papers, in-class exercises (6) Recognize ethical, and responsible relations with others and offer critical thinking in regard to psychological perspectives and their philosophical foundation Assessment: film reflection and assigned ethnographies

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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