Psychology (PSYC) 340

Overview

Psychology 340: Introduction to Applied Social Psychology combines the science of social psychology with the practical application of solving problems in the real world. Applied social psychologists focus on social problems that affect such variables as relationships, diversity issues, organizational systems, the justice system, education, the environment, personal health and the health care industry, and community concerns.

Outline

Part 1: Introduction to Applied Social Psychology

• Unit 1: Background and Key Social Theories
• Unit 2: Research Techniques in Applied Social Psychology

Part 2: The Role of Social Psychology in Self-Knowledge and Relationships

• Unit 3: Understanding Yourself and Your Relationships
• Unit 4: Social Psychology and Communities
• Unit 5: Social Psychology and Personal Health

Part 3: The Role of Social Psychology in the Workplace and Educational Settings

• Unit 6: Youth Experiences Related to Education and Social Problems
• Unit 7: Job Satisfaction and Organizational-Industrial Psychology
• Unit 8: Social Psychology and Understanding Diversity

Part 4: The Role of Social Psychology in Addressing Social Problems

• Unit 9: Social Psychology and Family Violence
• Unit 10: Social Psychology and Addictions
• Unit 11: Social Psychology and the Law

Evaluation

To receive credit for PSYC 340, you must complete Assignments 1 and 2, Assignment 3: Course Project, and the final exam. You must achieve a grade of at least 50 per cent on the final exam, and a composite course grade of at least "D" (50 per cent). The weighting of the composite grade is as follows:

To learn more about assignments and examinations, please refer to Athabasca University's online Calendar.