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3.00 Credits
An introduction to statistics for students interested in careers in psychology or related fields in social sciences. Students analyze the use of descriptive and inferential statistics for an understanding of qualitative and quantitative research strategies with application to psychological and social problems. Students use a computer based statistical package to analyze data. The course provides a basic background in the design of preliminary research strategies, research analysis and critique as well as provides an analytical approach to research articles in psychology and social sciences. (Offered: Every Fall) Prereq: ENG 112, 114 or 116; PSY 101; MAT 105 (095). Recomm: MAT 106 (096)
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Examines research methods in psychology as well as the importance of understanding the methodology to conduct research. Topics include typical research methods in psychology, ethical issues, interpretation and communication of research methods and results. (Offered: Every Spring) Prereq: PSY 101; PSY 210 or MAT 114 or permission of Social Sciences department chair. Recomm: ENG 101, ENG 103, or ENG 105
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A focus on the key concepts of peace psychology: the relationships among violence, social inequalities, peacemaking and the pursuit of social justice.Topics include ethnic conflict, family violence, hate crimes, militarism, conflict management, social justice, nonviolent approaches to peace, and peace education. Students examine systems of violence and systems of peace. Through lectures, discussions, readings, experiential activities, projects, film, and dialogue, students study the philosophy of non-violence, conflict resolution skills, constructive approaches to human relationships, and develop more complex views of the immediate causes of violence and deeper appreciation for the structural roots of violence. Prereq: ENG 101, 103, or 105; PSY 101
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3.00 Credits
An exploration and application of the major schools of personality theory: psychoanalytic, trait, biological and evolutionary, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, relational, and sociocultural. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: PSY 101. For HSV/LHS majors, HSV 101 is also required
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3.00 Credits
A survey of human physical, psychological, and social development from birth through death. Framework for the study of the individual’s cumulative, integrative growth experience. Theories of development and their applications. Prereq: PSY 101 or permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
An exploration into the behavior and personality of women as seen through their own eyes. Topics for investigation are dispelling the myths and mysteries about the development of women, significant gender differences, the quest for a separate identity, transitional changes and adaptation, and the possibilities for a more generative view of the human life cycle. (Offered: Every Fall) Prereq: PSY 101 or SOC 101 or ANT 104 or permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
Provides the student with a solid understanding of group development and its processes. Students examine their own interpersonal style as it relates to group work. The student explores methods in which interpersonal and intrapersonal behaviors influence such phenomena as leadership, cohesiveness, continuity, diversity and group effectiveness. The course uses experiential learning as a vehicle for understanding the entire group process. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: PSY 101 or permission of the instructor
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3.00 Credits
Focuses on the development of the child from conception to adolescence.The concept of development is explored in depth and all aspects of the developing child are considered: social, emotional, physical, verbal, intellectual, and creative. Major theories of child development are reviewed. Research in child development is studied with particular attention paid to naturalistic observation. Prereq: PSY 101 or permission of instructor
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An exploration of what it means to "be a man" and what society expects of males. Students explore current theories of male gender roles and masculinity from psychological, historical, biological, sociological, and anthropological perspectives. Topics include gender identity and gender roles; socialization of boys and men; competition, success and work; violence and aggression, sexuality and homophobia; patriarchy, privilege and power, men's relationships and intimacy; family roles and fatherhood; the "male mystique" and media's portrayal of masculinity; physical and mental health issues; new perspectives on masculinity and the men's movement. Prereq: PSY 101; ENG 101 or 103 or 105
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3.00 Credits
This course is both experiential and didactic. It is designed to provide students with an understanding of the psychological causes and processes that are endemic to oppression. Our goals are to explore and understand the emotional reality of oppression as it presents itself in our day to day lives.We will explore the similarities and differences among sexism, ageism, classism, heterosexism, racism, antisemitism, other forms of ethnic oppression, and abelism.Through the use of mini-lecture, discussion, readings, experiential activities, projects, film and conversation, we will explore our own attitudes and how oppression operates at interrelated levels of the personal, institutional and cultural.We will also look at how people have worked and may work against oppression. Prereq: PSY 101 or permission of instructor
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