Overview
Description
Examination of social forces as they affect the dynamics of intergroup and intragroup relations.
Requirements
Prerequisites
SOC 101PSY 101
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or PSY 101.
Units
Lecture3
Learning Outcomes
- identify fundamental concepts and theories in the research on group processes, apply theories from previous courses in psychology and/or sociology, and demonstrate knowledge of social-scientific methods for studying social relations within and between groups.
- identify specific problems and challenges in group dynamics, discuss possible solutions, and apply problem-relevant knowledge in the analysis of group situations.
- identify, observe, and experience the nature of group structure and social influence processes, and compose written texts which analyze observations and experiences using concepts from group dynamics research.
- apply concepts and insights from different academic disciplines, effectively compose written texts, which systematically describe, analyze and explain the behavior and development of existing groups.