James R. Boblett, M.A.
Department of Psychology
NORTHLAND PIONEER COLLEGE
James R. Boblett, M.A. NORTHLAND PIONEER COLLEGE
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| Psyc. 101
Introduction to Psychology Developmental Psychology Social Psychology Abnormal Psychology
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SOCIAL
PSYCHOLOGY PSYC.
250 SYLLABUS I.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to major theories and research findings of social
psychology, with emphasis on the individual and reciprocal interaction with
group; to provide an
understanding of the roles of cognitive and motivational processes in social
behavior. Areas covered include
such concepts as aggression, attraction, attribution, conformity, groups,
helping, persuasion, language, and communication. II.
TEXT: "Social Psychology, Unraveling the Mystery", Kenrick, Neuberg,
& Cialdini. III.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES: A. The student will read the chapters
corresponding to the lecture and discussion. B. The student will complete each
test. C. The student will either do a 6-10 paged
research paper, typed, and double-spaced or
five experiments,
1-3 pages each. IV.
EVALUATION: Students
will be awarded points based on: A. Test results. B. Research paper or 5 experiments. V.
GRADING SCHEME: 100
- 90% = A 89 - 80% = B 79 - 70% = C 69 - 60% = D VI.
ATTENDANCE: Attendance will be taken. RESEARCH
PAPER Length: 6-10 pages (text), typed,
double-spaced. *** Print should be
no larger than 12 pt. A minimum of
five references. Style: A.P.A., M.L.A. or alternative style agreed upon
with instructor. Topic: Student's choice with prior approval of
instructor. Date due: Four weeks prior to the
end of the
semester. EXPERIMENTS Length: 2-3 pages each, typed,
double-spaced. Amount:
5 experiments. Topic: The 5 listed in the
packet or any other with
prior approval. Process:
Follow the outline for experimental design. Date due:
Four weeks prior to the end of the semester. ***SAVE A COPY OF YOUR RESEARCH PAPER OR EXPERIMENTS FOR YOUR OWN
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