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This course examines problems and processes of human social behavior, including how social contexts shape perceptions of the self and others, attitudes and beliefs, group processes, intergroup relations, and prejudice. We will introduce theories and current methodology in social psychology with an emphasis on real-world applications and social change. (1) Appreciate the field of social psychology and understand how it relates to and differs from other disciplines.(2) Describe how our social behavior is influenced by our biology, attitudes, personality, culture and other people.(3) Recognize the applicability of social psychology principles to our everyday lives. (4) Know how to articulate some of the overarching themes within the field of social psychology. *The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.PIA 262: Social Psychology
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Sections Offered: Fall 2026
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0501-262-001
Mon, Wed, Fri
3
0501-262-002
Tue, Thu
3