SOC 709 - Social Psychology Theory

(3 units)

This course is a broad overview of both sociological and psychological perspectives on social psychology, noting the reciprocal relationship between society and the individual person. Topics included are: groups, stratification, attitudes, emotions, social influence, behavior, and self and identity. Students will gain an understanding of theory and how social psychology research is conducted.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): Sociology MA student or instructor permission.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. synthesize, interpret, contrast, and assess previous research.
2. describe, defend, and explain a unique position about a topic based on previous social-psychological research and theory.
3. create and design innovative methods to study social-psychological topics.
4. make unbiased conclusions based on social-psychological research rather than values or opinions.

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