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PSY 476

Behavior Science and Contemporary Society

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Standard

Overview

Description

A behavior science approach to understanding and addressing contemporary issues in our society - including issues of diversity and equity.

Requirements

Prerequisites

PSY 101

Recommended Preparation

PSY 240
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): PSY 101.

Recommended Preparation

Recommended Preparation: PSY 240.

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Other

Core

CO10

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • compare critical frameworks for understanding a range of issues related to oppression, injustice, intolerance, and inequality with an aim to promote equity
  • articulate the advantages of a behavioral approach to addressing social issues.
  • articulate behavioral phenomena responsible for the development and maintenance of current social issues in the U.S. – including those related to diversity, inequality, and power
  • analyze complex questions concerning race, class, gender, sexuality, disability, nationality, language, religion, and other categories of difference.