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Fall 2019
Apr 17,2025 |
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| PSYC 438 - CAPSTONE SEMINAR: SOCIAL JUSTICE AND PSYCHOLOGY |
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This course concerns the relationship between psychological science and social justice. We will examine this relationship through the lens of intersectionality, which examines the interrelation between systems of
inequality, such as sexism, racism, classism, and heterosexism. Intersectionality calls for a social justice approach, whereby scholars engage in sustained efforts to work towards equality for all people in terms of
rights, access to resources, and well-being. We will explore the application of intersectionality to psychological theory and methods, and discuss controversies over the role that psychology should play in social justice advocacy. We will examine psychological research that takes a social justice approach to topics such as education, mental health, and public policy. Finally, we will reflect on, and have the opportunity to participate in, social justice efforts as they relate to psychology.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Hybrid, Lecture, Lecture/Online, Online Course Psychology Department Course Attributes: WRITING INTENSIVE Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate Must be enrolled in one of the following Classifications: Senior Junior Prerequisites: FOR PSYC 438 General Requirements: ( Course or Test: CRWT 102 Minimum Grade of D May not be taken concurrently. and Course or Test: PSYC 303 Minimum Grade of D May not be taken concurrently. ) |
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