Students are introduced to the kinds of skills and support that assist people as they form and maintain the most important relationships. The study of the individual behaving in group interaction. Social behavior involved in prejudice, conformity, aggression, leadership, affiliation, and communication is investigated and related to contemporary social issues of our society. SO314 Group Psychology Small group interaction from theoretical and experimental perspectives. Group structure and process with special attention to leadership and roles.
Course includes an interpersonal group experience each week.
An interdisciplinary approach to understanding the dynamics and challenges of urban life and ministry. May include travel. Offered in alternate years. The development of research skills with emphasis on social research as a scientific inquiry and problem-solving tool in explaining human social behavior. Students learn how to formulate problems for research and implement appropriate research methods.