PSYCH-311 The Self in Social Psychology

Theoretical and methodological understanding of the study of the self in social psychology. Topics include organization of self-concept and its effect on information processing; self-awareness; self-esteem maintenance processes; cultural influences; stigmas; and self-regulation. Class time devoted to discussion of research articles. Laboratory component involves conducting two research projects. Data collection, statistical analysis, papers based on findings, oral and poster presentations. Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory.

Maximum Enrollment

Writing-Intensive (18)

(Writing Intensive, Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning.)

Credits

1

Prerequisite

Psych/Neuro 201

Offered

Fall

Notes

Not open to students who have taken 361.