Lectures and readings focus on a variety of theories relevant to the analysis of group processes. A survey of the field of mental disorder and abnormal behavior and consideration of diagnostic systems. Constitutional, psychodynamic, and environmental factors conditioning abnormal behavior will be presented. Examination of theoretical and research approaches to the understanding of individual behavior, considering both individual traits and situational sources of influence. Examines scientific methods of approaching the study of behavior.
Students gain practical experience in research techniques used in selected areas of psychology.
Designed to introduce the student to experimental techniques and methodological problems involved in the investigation of psychological phenomena. Prepares the student to conduct research, analyze data, and interpret and report results of experiments. An advanced laboratory in psychology. Includes motivation, student interests, creating a healthy learning climate, language development, testing, and individual differences. Introduction to the history, development, and principles of psychological testing, including techniques of administration, scoring, and interpretation.