PSYC 151 - Theoretical Foundations to Psychology

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

PSYCHOLOGY

Description:

This course surveys and critiques various psychological disciplines and is designed to introduce psychology majors to the historical, philosophical and theoretical orientation of the department's psychology program. Students will read original and primary texts from significant authors and be encouraged to formulate their own interests, perspectives and critical thinking in psychology. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Correctly identify the major psychological perspectives offered in class. Student will correctly recall course terminology and use it appropriately. (2) Grasp Philosophical and theoretical concepts as related to the various psychological perspectives. (3) Demonstrate cogent, clear, scholarly and reflective writing on analysis of films. (4) Correctly distinguish between each perspective and demonstrate ability to perform critical analysis. (5) Demonstrate a recognition of potential synthesis, i.e. mutual constraint and illumination of psychological perspectives. (6) Recognize ethical, and responsible relations with others and offer critical thinking in regard to psychological perspectives and their philosophical foundation.

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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