PSYC361 - The Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination

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Academic Year 2005/2006

The Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination
PSYC 361 SP

Crosslistings:
AFAM 361

This seminar will involve a psychological analysis of different forms of prejudice and discrimination, including racism, sexism, anti-Semitism, homophobia, and the abuse of animals. During the first part of the term, students will read about and discuss specific forms of prejudice and discrimination. In the second half of the course, they will write a final paper and present a brief address to humanity on a prejudice-related topic.

MAJOR READINGS

Plous, S. (Ed.) (2003). UNDERSTANDING PREJUDICE AND DISCRIMINATION. New York: McGraw-Hill.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Students will be graded on class participation, weekly diary entries, a final paper, and a presentation to the class.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Social Psychology (PSYC260) or Exploring Social Psychology (PSYC263) are firm prerequisites.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS PSYC Grading Mode: Graded

Prerequisites: PSYC263 OR PSYC260

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Plous,Scott L.

Times: ..T.... 07:00PM-09:50PM; Location: JUDD113;

Reserved Seats: (Total Limit: 18)

SR. major: 10 Jr. major: 8

SR. non-major: 0 Jr. non-major: 0 SO: 0 FR: X

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal: Ethical Reasoning, Writing

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Last Updated on MAR-30-2006