Spring 2019 - PSYC 260 D100
Introduction to Social Psychology (3)
Class Number: 4052
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 3 – Apr 8, 2019: Fri, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Apr 24, 2019
Wed, 3:30–6:00 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Dylan Wiwad
dwiwad@sfu.ca
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Prerequisites:
PSYC 102.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Examines methodology and content in social psychology. Topics include: attitudes and values; social perception and cognition; group behavior; social includence; prejudice, discrimination, and sexism; aggression; altruism, interpersonal attraction and interpersonal relationships. Breadth-Social Sciences.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course is designed to provide you with an introduction to the fascinating field of Social Psychology. This means that we’ll be exploring both classic and current theories and research, while considering how this body of work can be applied to our own lives. Some topics that we will cover include: prejudice, stereotypes, culture, conformity, persuasion, and happiness.
Grading
- Midterm: 30%
- Writing Assignments: 22%
- Term Paper: 18%
- Final: 30%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
No Textbook Required; Using a free online set of readings
Registrar Notes:
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