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2011-2012 University Catalog

PSYC 379 - Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology

Credits: 3 (NR)
A review of important landmarks in cross-cultural research, showing how this research impacts psychology as a discipline. Emphasizes an empirical approach to cross-cultural study and includes topics such as theoretical and empirical developments in cross-cultural psychology, development of coherent schema’s to guide cross-cultural research and interventions, comparison of psychology’s goals and assumptions in Western and other cultures, and integration of course materials into educational and career goals of students.

Fulfills general education requirement in global understanding.

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100, or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0