PSY 325 - Stereotyping and Prejudice

This course explores the nature, development, perpetuation, and reduction of stereotypes and prejudice. We will examine the psychological processes that allow prejudice to continue, the development and causes of intergroup perceptions and antagonism, ways in which feelings and beliefs about groups influence social perceptions and interactions, and empirically tested methods to reduce prejudice.

Unit(s): 1
Group Distribution Requirement(s): Distribution Group III
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
Restriction(s): Psychology and neuroscience majors only
Instructional Method: Conference
Grading Mode: Letter grading (A-F)
Notes: Registration priority is given to intended/declared psychology or neuroscience majors.
Group Distribution Learning Outcome(s):

Use and evaluate quantitative data or modeling, or use logical/mathematical reasoning to evaluate, test or prove statements.
Given a problem or question, formulate a hypothesis or conjecture, and design an experiment, collect data, or use mathematical reasoning to test or validate it.