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POL 170

— Political Psychology

(4 units)

Overview to the growing literature on political psychology. Introduction to how psychological concepts (personality, attitudes, stereotypes, heuristics, affect, identity, group dynamics) help us understand how citizens think about politics.

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Course Description: Overview to the growing literature on political psychology. Introduction to how psychological concepts (personality, attitudes, stereotypes, heuristics, affect, identity, group dynamics) help us understand how citizens think about politics. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Term Paper/Discussion 1 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Pass One open to Political Science, Political Science-Public Service, and International Relations majors only. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Social Sciences (SS); Writing Experience (WE). Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Term Paper/Discussion 1 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Pass One open to Political Science, Political Science-Public Service, and International Relations majors only. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Social Sciences (SS); Writing Experience (WE).

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