In this course we will examine some of the research literature in psychology devoted to the social emotions. Students may wish to pursue the questions or hypotheses in independent study in the Spring Semester in Independent Study. The concept of culture and its influence on theory and research in social psychology will provide the primary organization for this seminar. The course will explore how human nature has shaped social change in the past and may shape it in the future. Emphasis will be given to the interaction between human nature and evolving technologies, particularly information technologies.
Enrollment is limited.
Students should submit a 50-250 word statement describing why they want to take the course. Psyc 351-301 Research Experience in Cognitive John Trueswell Students will explore topics in human memory, attention, and language processing. Laboratory exercise will include replications of major experiments and novel extensions permitting students to develop psychological hypotheses and the experimental rationale to test them. Then don't take this course. Serious advanced undergraduate psychology majors are invited to apply for an intensive, year long research experience course in clinical psychology.