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PSYC 2319
Social Psychology
PSYC 2319:
- State Approval Code: 4216015125
- Semester Credit Hours: 3
- Lecture Hours per Week: 3
- Contact Hours per Semester: 48
Catalog Description
This is a survey course, focusing on the interrelationships between individuals and
the social environment, concentrating on critical assessment of interpersonal behavior
and familiarizing students with the psychology of human interaction. Students examine
the dynamics of interpersonal influence and critical assessment of social factors
in diverse contexts. Topics include: aggression, attitudes, gender, prejudice, interpersonal
attraction, romantic love, and mate selection, personal relationships, intimacy, commitment
and marriage.
Prerequisites
Recommended, not required: Psyc 2301 & Soci 1301
Course Curriculum
Basic Intellectual Compentencies in the Core Curriculum
- Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Critical thinking
Perspectives in the Core Curriculum
- Establish broad and multiple perspectives on the individual in relationship to the larger society and world in which he/she lives, and to understand the responsibilities of living in a culturally and ethnically diversified world.
- Develop personal values for ethical behavior.
- Use logical reasoning in problem solving.
Core Components and Related Exemplary Educational Objectives
Social and Behavioral Sciences
- To employ the appropriate methods, technologies, and data that social and behavioral scientists use to investigate the human condition.
- To examine social institutions and processes across a range of historical periods, social structures, and cultures.
- To use and critique alternative explanatory systems or theories.
- To develop and communicate alternative explanations or solutions for contemporary social issues.
- To analyze the effects of historical, social, political, economic, cultural, and global forces on the area under study.
Instructional Goals and Purposes
Panola College's instructional goals include 1) creating an academic atmosphere in which students may develop their intellects and skills and 2) providing courses so students may receive a certificate/an associate degree or transfer to a senior institution that offers baccalaureate degrees.
General Course Objectives
Upon completion the student will be able to identify the main theories and theorists
involved with social issues and interpersonal relationships.
Specific Course Objectives
Identify and discuss what leads to aggression, how issues of gender and race shape
interpersonal relationships. Explain the factors used to determine attraction between
individuals and which lead to long term relationships.
General Description of Each Lecture or Discussion
Aggression & Society
Race, Gender & Prejudice
Interpersonal Attraction
Marriage, Parenting & Divorce
Race, Gender & Prejudice
Interpersonal Attraction
Marriage, Parenting & Divorce
Methods of Instruction/Course Format/Delivery
Traditional face-to-face lecture, group discussion, reading assignments for the textbook
and additional reading as assigned.
Assessment
Regular chapter tests, class discussion, response pages and comprehensive final exam.
90-100 A, 80-89 B, 70-79 C, 60-69 D, Below 60 F
90-100 A, 80-89 B, 70-79 C, 60-69 D, Below 60 F
Text, Required Readings, Materials, and Supplies
Textbook available in College Bookstore.