PSYC363

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PSYC363

The Dramaturgical Approach in Psychology PSYC363 SP

Next Offered in 9899 SP

The objective of this course is to explore the use of the language of theater in the illumination of psychological questions. Material for the course will be about half drama, half readings from social psychology. Among the issues to be explored are politics as theater, audience effects, role-playing as a teaching and therapeutic technique, the actor's identity problems and general theory of the mask.

MAJOR READINGS

One book per week, either a play or a work
from social psychology. Among the authors included will
be Albee, Shakespeare, Arthur Miller, Rostand, Shaffer and
Goffman.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Each student will participate in the planning of at least two classes and will make presentations in those classes. A final paper is required, as well as a weekly journal.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

This is a specialized course in the study area of Social Psychology. A background or interest in theater is desirable; theater or dance majors who have had introductory psychology are welcome; an attempt will be made to achieve a balance between male and female students. By interview.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Performance Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: SBS PSYC

Prerequisites: PSYC105

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998

About the Photo:

"The print of Shakespeare used as the frontispiece to the First Folio edition of his plays, published in 1623."

Reference:

Brandon, S.G.F., ed. MILESTONES OF HISTORY. New York: W.W. Norton and Company, Inc., 1970

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