Description
Understanding Prejudice
Prejudice from a psychological perspective. Applying psychological concepts, research, and theory to understand the origins and consequences of prejudice as well as potential remedies.

Prerequisites: PSYC 101.

Outcomes: Students will learn the origins of stereotypes and prejudice, the nature of prejudice against different social groups, how people are affected by prejudice and cope with prejudice, and the processes that may change stereotypes, reduce prejudice, and improve intergroup relations.
Details
Grading Basis
Graded
Units
3
Component
Lecture - Required
Course Attributes
African Studies
Psychology of Crime & Justice
Race and Ethnicity
Women & Gender Studies
Offering
Course
PSYC 360
Academic Group
College of Arts and Sciences
Academic Organization
Psychology
Enrollment Requirements
Prerequisite: PSYC 101