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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
Exploration of the psychological factors that contribute to meaningful and satisfying work. Includes the application of psychological theories and principles to an analysis of issues and events in the workplace. Drawing on current research and theory, course topics include individual motivation; social perception; leadership and participation; group, intergroup, and system dynamics; conflict and conflict resolution; cooperation and group decision-making.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the field of multicultural psychology as it pertains to concepts, issues, professional practice, and research. Focus on self-exploration and understanding of one’s worldview regarding race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, age, and disability. Students reflect on the psychological and social implications of prejudice, racism, oppression, and discrimination on identity development, and social justice issues in a multicultural society like the United States. Didactic and experiential in nature.
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4.00 Credits
The use of the small group as a basis for understanding the individual, the individual’s relationship to others, and the individual in group behavior. Normally conducted as an experiential process group, with supplementary readings and written work. Prerequisite: junior standing. Cr/NC only.
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4.00 Credits
Storytelling and the storied nature of human experience, in research, counseling, therapy, and history. Uses methodology from psychology, literature, and other branches of the social sciences and humanities. Includes biography and autobiography, interview, and students’ own oral and written narratives.
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4.00 Credits
The study of creative people, processes, and environments. Current and historical theory and research on creativity in personal and professional situations, humanities, science, business, education, and everyday life. Emphasis on individual and group projects.
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4.00 Credits
An exploration of meditative practice as a means of developing awareness, self-growth, and psychological insight. Basic instruction in various meditation techniques, actual meditation practice, readings, and discussions of the psychodynamics of meditation. Cr/NC only.
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4.00 Credits
Unification of mind and body through the practice of yoga. An introduction to the philosophy, literature, and practice of yoga. The course normally includes separate lecture and practice sessions. May be repeated once for credit.
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4.00 Credits
Focuses on the relationship between the body and the mind in physical health, psychological well-being, and personal growth. Students learn to critically evaluate empirical research reports and popular claims about mind-body practices; develop an individualized long-term mind-body practice that can be used to promote health, well-being, and personal growth; and apply psychological principles and strategies for helping others adopt and maintain health and wellness promoting mind-body practices.
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3.00 Credits
Focuses on developmental, social, and performance issues in sport, the performing arts, and other areas of life in which one is called to perform under pressure (public speaking, test-taking, etc.). Includes readings, discussions, presentations to peers, and participation in a mental skills training program that has been used by elite athletes, performing artists, and professionals from all walks of life to enhance their performance.
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4.00 Credits
The biological, social, developmental (across the life span), behavioral, and cultural dimensions of human sexuality. Issues addressed include intimacy, sexual expression, gender identity, sexual education, sex and the media, and sexual practices across cultures. Sonoma State University 2006-2008 Catalog Psychology Page 327
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