Applied Social Psychology

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Section information text: Students in this course are introduced to the goals and methods of applied social psychology. Topics explored include attitudes, social identity, social influence, attribution, close relationships, stigma, activism, and group dynamics in the context of educational, environmental, health, media, sports, criminal justice, and organizational settings as they relate to real-world social issues, practical problems, and the social domains of daily life. Emphasis is placed on exploring the contributions and contemporary applications of social psychology constructs, principles, theories, and interventions in these settings to promote positive social change. Students demonstrate their knowledge and skills by designing an intervention throughout the course to address a social or practical problem.