PSY 346 - Multicultural Psychology (3)

This course explores the role culture plays in explaining human behavior and examines the cultural bias that is inherent in many of the psychological constructs and content areas of psychology. Students will gain an awareness of how their own values and behaviors have been shaped by cultural factors. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1) identify psychological aspects of culture and how they affect behavior; 2) recognize the role of culture and cultural bias in psychology; and 3) understand cultural practices and challenge the notion that psychological principles of human functioning are universal.

Prerequisite: PSY 117 or permission.
Offered odd spring terms.