20809225Social Psychology
Course Information
Description
This course explores the scientific study of how people think about, influence, and relate to one another. This course will cover the classic and contemporary theories and research of social psychology, including social beliefs, attitudes and behaviors, social cognition, cultural influences, conformity, persuasion, group influence, prejudice and discrimination, and aggression.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Explore social psychological theories and research
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing written exam questions with 70% accuracy
    by incorporating theories and research into class discussions or posts
    by incorporating theories and research into papers and projects
    Criteria
    recognize who developed the theories
    recognize who conducted the research
    you apply the theories and research to an understanding of your own experiences
    you apply the theories and research to an understanding of the world around you

  2. Examine biophysical and historical factors which influence human interactions
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing written exam questions with 70% accuracy
    by incorporating biopsychosocial and historical factors into class discussions or posts
    by incorporating biopsychosocial and historical factors into papers and projects
    Criteria
    recognize biopsychosocial and historical influences on human interactions
    apply biopsychosocial and historical analysis to your own experiences
    apply biopsychosocial and historical analysis to the world around you

  3. Employ appropriate strategies when reading the assigned textbook
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing reading projects as assigned by instructor
    by completing exam questions with 70% accuracy
    Criteria
    recognize topics on social psychology and the corresponding authors
    formulate questions and opinions while reading
    differentiate between primary and secondary source materials
    synthesize opinions, questions, and responses to the text to develop your own interpretations

  4. Utilize technology to access social psychological information
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration
    Criteria
    discriminate between valid and invalid social psychology scholarly sources
    use researched information as the basis for class projects
    use researched information as the basis for analytic papers on social psychology topics
    use the internet to locate social psychology sources
    use the library to access various databases containing social psychology sources

  5. Apply social psychological information to your experiences
    Assessment Strategies
    Exam, Written product
    Criteria
    apply the theories and research to an understanding of your own experiences
    apply the theories and research to an understanding of the world around you
    apply the theories and research to an understanding of current events
    incorporate theories and research into papers, projects, and/or discussions about your life

  6. Write analytic papers based on social psychological concepts, theories, and research
    Assessment Strategies
    Written product (70% or higher on the paper)
    Criteria
    connect information from various sources about social psychology
    clearly and concisely present your logic and arguments
    accurately apply theories and research to understanding social psychological concepts
    originate creative and novel ways of viewing social psychological concepts
    locate relevant research
    outline cogent arguments
    information is accurately analyzed and synthesized

  7. Contribute meaningful, thoughtful, and relevant comments and questions
    Assessment Strategies
    Group Project, Presentation of Summary
    Criteria
    identify issues related to social psychology
    connect issues about social psychology to current events
    solve problems using social psychology
    engage your classmates in small group discussions
    presentation is organized and reflects main points of the group discussion
    incorporate social psychological concepts, theories, and research

  8. Demonstrate knowledge of Social Psychology (gained through the course readings, discussions, and assignments) on examinations
    Assessment Strategies
    Exam preparation (ask questions of classmates and instructor, read chapters, complete assignments, review class and textbook notes)
    In-class quizzes after each chapter’s lecture (at least 70% accuracy)
    Written exam questions with 70% accuracy or higher consistently across the exams in the course
    Criteria
    Describe the key concepts in Social Psychology
    Illustrate the key concepts in Social Psychology
    Compare the key concepts in Social Psychology
    Apply the key concepts in Social Psychology
    Expand on the theory and research in Social Psychology