48.340 Community Psychology
Description: Surveys theory, research and action concerning the relationships between individuals, communities, and societies. Topics include the psychological sense of community, human diversity, prevention of psychological problems, promotion of health and socioemotional competence, citizen participation, community change and methods of community research. (3 semester hours credit)
Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C in 48.101 General Psychology; Minimum grade of C in 48.160 Basic Statistics, Minimum grade of C in 48.281 Experimental Psychology: Methodology or consent of the instructor.
Usually taught by: Dr. Dalton
Generally offered: Fall
Additional Information: This course fulfills one junior-year requirement for psychology majors. To deepen student understanding of community life, Community Psychology requires community service hours in settings such as after-school tutoring programs, nursing homes, community recreation programs, and many others. The course requires active participation in class discussion, completing writing assignments, and willingness to challenge one’s preconceptions and consider alternative points of view.
This course can be used to meet the requirements for a Psychology Major or Psychology Minor, and can fill a General Education requirement.