PSYC 210 Social Psychology
Course Information
| Course Number | PSYC 210 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Social Psychology |
| Description | Social Psychology is the study of how individuals and group behavior are influenced by the presence of others. In this course, students will explore the broad spectrum of theories and applications that make up this field, including historical foundations, research methods, social thinking, social influence, and social behavior. Topics to be covered include: social cognition, the social self, attitudes and persuasion, conformity, obedience, group dynamics, interpersonal attraction, prosocial social behavior, aggression, and prejudice and discrimination. (This course fulfills Goal Area 5: History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences & Goal Area 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility) Prerequisite: (PSYC100 OR PSYC 110 OR PSYC 140 OR Instructor Approval). |
| Total Credits | 4 |
| Total Hours | 64 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 4 Credits, 64 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
Prerequisite: PSYC 100 OR PSYC 110 OR PSYC 140 OR Instructor Approval
Institutional Core Competencies
- Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility - Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to engage in the social responsibilities expected of a community member.
- Critical and Creative Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate purposeful thinking with the goal of using a creative process for developing and building upon ideas and/or the goal of using a critical process for the analyzing and evaluating of ideas.
Course Competencies
- Describe the historical underpinnings and guiding framework of social psychology.
- Explore basic research methods and ethical responsibilities in social psychological research and in psychology.
- Critically evaluate research in psychological social psychology.
- Relate social behavior to biological and evolutionary factors.
- Identify the major concepts and theoretical approaches in social psychology related to social cognition specific to self- and person-perception.
- Identify the major concepts and theoretical approaches in social psychology related to social influence.
- Identify the major concepts and theoretical approaches in social psychology related to social behavior.
- Apply social psychological theories and concepts to “real world” and/or personal examples.
- Analyze oneself and others as social beings subject to situational influences.
- Relate social behavior to cultural context.
- Develop teamwork skills.
- Present information to others effectively and accurately.
- Convey thoughts and opinions in writing.
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
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