Social Psychology

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Four lecture. This course is designed for students interested in advanced study in psychology. This course critically examines the scientific study of social thinking, social influence, and social relations. Students will be able to: describe the research methods used to study social psychology; explain how biological, behavioral, cognitive, social, and cultural factors influence human behavior; explain how social beliefs and judgments are formed about the self and others; explain the relationship between social pressures and behavior, such as persuasion, conformity, obedience, and group influence; explain the dynamics of social interaction, such as attraction, pro-social behavior, aggression, and discrimination; apply social psychological concepts and theories to human behavior; write a research paper using APA format and the writing process. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 . Pre/Corequisite(s): ENG 102 . General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences