Course Description
Survey of scientific theories and research on the nature, causes, and consequences of individual behavior in social context. Topics include relationships, groups, attitudes, persuasion, aggression, altruism, and prejudice. Prerequisite: Grade of at least a C- in PSY 121
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- By completing this course, students should have a working knowledge of the foundational tools for reasoning, including constructing sound arguments, evaluating the quality of evidence, and forming judgments about the evidence, arguments, and conclusions of others.
- Critically analyze claims, arguments, artifacts, or information.
- Construct coherent, evidence-based arguments.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Opening comment | 2.56% - 5 points |
| Research methods quiz | 10.26% - 20 points |
| Exam 1 | 17.95% - 35 points |
| Exam 2 | 17.95% - 35 points |
| Exam 3 | 17.95% - 35 points |
| Exam 4 | 17.95% - 35 points |
| Capstone assignment | 15.38% - 30 points |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 179.4 points – 92% | A |
| 175.5 points – 90% | A- |
| 171.6 points – 88% | B+ |
| 159.9 points – 82% | B |
| 156 points – 80% | B- |
| 152.1 points – 78% | C+ |
| 140.4 points – 72% | C |
| 136.5 points – 70% | C- |
| 132.6 points – 68% | D+ |
| 120.9 points – 62% | D |
| 117 points – 60% | D- |
| 0 points – 0% | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance/participation is not a graded component included in the student's final grade for this course.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.