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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
In-depth study of research methods in developmental psychology. Emphasis will be placed on the factors that make developmental research unique, on the appropriateness of particular methods for specific research or practical questions, and on the critical evaluation of research reports. Written project reports as well as a literature review and research proposal will be required. Prerequisites: ENGL 121, PSYC 101, 130, 160, and 314.
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3.00 Credits
A study of human behavior and development into the adult years. Adulthood and aging as part of the generally accepted stages in the life span, attitudes about the adult years, and contemporary theories and research in the field will be discussed. A volunteer experience in the community may be required. Prerequisite: PSYC 101.
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3.00 Credits
The study of how people think about, relate to, and are influenced by others. Topics include: group behavior, socialization, social interaction, attitude change, affiliation, aggression, altruism, person perception, and the role of psychological factors in social problems.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides students with hands-on experience with research and scientific writing in social psychology. A research proposal and corresponding ethics proposal is required, as well as a research report and presentation based on data collected and analyzed. Prerequisites: ENGL 121, PSYC 101, 130, 160, and 322, or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of human behavior in cultural context. Emphasis will be placed on the role of cultural factors influencing such patterns of behavior as perception, cognition, personality, emotion, development, group dynamics, mental and physical health, and language. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and 130.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the research methods, both laboratory and field, used in the study of human behavior across cultures. The course requires reading of original research, completion of laboratory projects, and a research paper. Prerequisites: ENGL 121, PSYC 101, 130, 160, and concurrent enrollment in, or prior completion of, PSYC 324.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the application of psychological principles in organizational settings. Topics include: organizational structure; personnel selection, social influence and human relations in organizations, leadership, and organizational change.
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3.00 Credits
The study of learning in humans and animals. Topics include: theories of learning; classical conditioning, instrumental learning, observation learning, and perceptual-motor and verbal learning and cognition. Current research will be stressed. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and 130.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to give the student an in-depth, hands-on experience with the research methods used in the study of conditioning and learning. Projects involving both human and nonhuman subjects will be conducted to illustrate the equipment, research designs, and procedures commonly employed in the area. Written project reports, as well as a literature review and research proposal, will be required. Prerequisites: ENGL 121, PSYC 130, 160, and prior completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, PSYC 332.
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3.00 Credits
A scientific approach to the traditional study of human memory, including structural concepts (memory stores), and process concepts (encoding, organization, retrieval). More recent approaches, including neural networks and concepts related to ecological validity, are also explored. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and 130.
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