Psychological Approaches to Social Issues

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course examines issues of social importance in light of psychological theory and research findings. To set the stage for understanding both sides of the issues, the course begins with a primer on the default settings that people typically apply to social issues that hinder open-minded discussion, and how to avoid them. The course then surveys pressing issues such as climate change, terrorism, racism, economic inequality, and artificial intelligence. The specific topics for a particular offering may be obtained in advance from the Department. Requisite Courses: PSYC-1000 [prerequisite(s)].