2011-12 Catalog

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Offering Description

History and Systems in Psychology

Fall 2011 quarter

Faculty
Susan Cummings
Fields of Study
psychology
Prerequisites
Introductory psychology
Description
The purpose of this course is to provide an overall view of the emergence of psychology as a field, its historical roots, its evolution within a broader sociocultural context, and philosophical currents running throughout this evolution. Attention will be paid to the interaction of theory development and the social milieu, the cultural biases within theory, and the effect of personal history on theoretical claims. This course is a core course, required for pursuit of graduate studies in psychology.
Advertised Schedule
6-10p Mon
Location
Olympia
Online Learning
No Required Online Learning
Books
Greener Store
Offered During
Evening