This is an examination of the theoretical principles of classical and operant conditioning through human and comparative studies in laboratory, educational, and therapeutic settings. This is an analysis of social norm violations and group responses to deviant behavior. Selected cross-cultural studies are reviewed, but emphasis is on the United States. This is a study of the occupational structure of the United States. Topics include relationships to stratification, ethnic groupings, demography, urbanization, and technology.
Emphasis is on the changing requirements of society and the probable outlook for various careers.
The course examines the effects of advertising and the media on society, focusing on issues such as created wants, the politics of consumption, advertising's truth, and the role of the media in business, politics, and society. All Sections of this class are full but you may still register and will be placed on a waiting list.