Course Description
In-depth analysis of how we think about ourselves and others. Topics include impression formation, attribution, affect and cognition, social judgement, stereotyping and the self in social context. Prerequisite: Grade of at least C- in PSY 260; concurrent enrollment in PSY 311 OR previous credit for PSY 311.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Understand social cognition concepts, theory, and research
- Evaluate social cognition research
- Apply social cognition to everyday life
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| 3 Exams | 75% (150 points) |
| 2 Papers | 25% (50 points) |
Grading Scale:
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 93-100% | A |
| 90-92% | A- |
| 87-89% | B+ |
| 83-86% | B |
| 80-82% | B- |
| 77-79% | C+ |
| 73-76% | C |
| 70-72% | C- |
| 67-69% | D+ |
| 63-66% | D |
| 60-62% | D- |
| 0-59% | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Students may earn extra credit by attending randomly selected classes (up to 6 points). Participation is not graded.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
Kite, Whitley, & Wagner (2022). Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination (4th Ed).
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.