Social Psychology

Social Psychology (PSY-315)
Location:
Various: distance learning format

Length:
Varies (self-study; self-paced)

Dates:
August 2018 - Present.

Subject Area:
Psychology

Number of Credits:
3

Learner Outcomes:
At the end of this course, students will be able to: describe foundational research regarding social context factors and social motives by examining the historical evolution of the field of social psychology; interpret how social cognition and self-concept via introspection and observation impacts self-control; examine the impact of cognitive dissonance and how attitudes can change based on the social context; determine the impacts of conformity and group process within the field of social psychology; analyze Evolutionary Psychology’s and Social Exchange Theory’s explanation of prosocial behaviors; and illustrate situational and social causes of aggression and prejudice.

Instruction:
This course is a dynamic study of how peoples’ thoughts, feelings and actions are affected by others. Major topics include: attitudes, prejudice, conformity, groups, interpersonal attraction and prosocial behaviors.

Credit Recommendation:
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Sociology or Psychology (8/18).