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SOC 3721 is also offered in Spring 2023
SOC 3721 is also offered in Summer 2022
SOC 3721 is also offered in Spring 2022
Spring 2025 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (64912)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- A-F or Audit
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- In Person
- Class Attributes:
- Online Course
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025Wed 05:30PM - 08:00PMUMTC, West Bank
- Enrollment Status:
- Open (0 of 25 seats filled)
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Social psychology is at the intersection of macro and micro sociology, linking social structures, interpersonal relationships and interactions, attitudes, values and the self-concept. Principles of social psychology are drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. This course covers a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Notes:
- Click this link for more detailed course information:
- Class Description:
- Student may contact the instructor or department for information.
- Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/64912/1253
Summer 2024 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (87181)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- A-F or Audit
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- Completely Online
- Class Attributes:
- Online Course
- Times and Locations:
- Summer Session 10 wk06/03/2024 - 08/09/2024Off CampusVirtual Rooms ONLINEONLY
- Enrollment Status:
- Open (21 of 35 seats filled)
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Social psychology is at the intersection of macro and micro sociology, linking social structures, interpersonal relationships and interactions, attitudes, values and the self-concept. Principles of social psychology are drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. This course covers a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Notes:
- This class is completely online in an Asynchronous format. There is no scheduled days / times. Click this link for more detailed information: http://classinfo.umn.edu/?walkerml+SOC3721+Summer2024
- Class Description:
- This course provides a broad overview of general social psychological principles, including identities, groups, emotions, and processes of social interaction. Our focus will be on the interactional processes that shape how people understand themselves and others and how those processes build larger patterns of social behavior at the organizational and institutional levels.
- Who Should Take This Class?:
- Any student who has met the prerequisites and is interested in identities, emotions, and social behavior.
- Learning Objectives:
Students will:
··understand social exchange as a research program
- Grading:
A 100 - 94
A- 93 - 90
B+ 89 - 87
B 86 - 83
B- 82 - 80
C+ 79 - 77
C 76 - 73
C- 72 - 70
D+ 69 - 67
D 66 - 63
D- 62 - 60
F 59 - 0- Exam Format:
- There are no exams for this course.
- Class Format:
- This class meets asynchronously.
- Workload:
- Consistent with the University of Minnesota's Office of Classroom Management for a 10-week, 3-credit course, students 225 minutes of instructional time per week. That time will include asynchronous video lectures, weekly video responses, and module summaries. Additionally, students can expect to spend 450 minutes per week independently reading, thinking, writing, studying, and working on assignments.
- Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/87181/1245
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 19 March 2024
Fall 2023 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (34337)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- A-F or Audit
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- In Person
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session09/05/2023 - 12/13/2023Tue, Thu 02:30PM - 03:45PMUMTC, West BankBlegen Hall 240
- Enrollment Status:
- Open (17 of 25 seats filled)
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Social psychology is at the intersection of macro and micro sociology, linking social structures, interpersonal relationships and interactions, attitudes, values and the self-concept. Principles of social psychology are drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. This course covers a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Notes:
- Click this link for more detailed course information: http://classinfo.umn.edu/?walkerml+SOC3721+Fall2023
- Class Description:
- This course is a survey of contemporary social psychological theories. We will evaluate these theories against practical behavior. Social psychology covers the motives for social behavior including emotions, identities, exchange, and power dynamics.
- Learning Objectives:
- Gain a deeper understanding of how social situations shape emotions and behavior
- Gain a deeper understanding of the nature and function of identities.
- Gain a deeper understanding of the motives for social behavior.
- Grading:
A 100 - 94
A- 93 - 90
B+ 89 - 87
B 86 - 83
B- 82 - 80
C+ 79 - 77
C 76 - 73
C- 72 - 70
D+ 69 - 67
D 66 - 63
D- 62 - 60
F 59 - 0- Exam Format:
- There will be a series of short answer essays.
- Class Format:
- Lectures
- Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/34337/1239
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 9 November 2022
Spring 2023 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (65639)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- A-F or Audit
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- In Person
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session01/17/2023 - 05/01/2023Tue, Thu 01:00PM - 02:15PMUMTC, West BankBlegen Hall 150
- Enrollment Status:
- Open (76 of 80 seats filled)
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Social psychology is at the intersection of macro and micro sociology, linking social structures, interpersonal relationships and interactions, attitudes, values and the self-concept. Principles of social psychology are drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. This course covers a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Notes:
- Click this link for more detailed course information: http://classinfo.umn.edu/?walkerml+SOC3721+Spring2023
- Class Description:
- This course is a survey of contemporary social psychological theories. We will evaluate these theories against practical behavior. Social psychology covers the motives for social behavior including emotions, identities, exchange, and power dynamics.
- Learning Objectives:
- Gain a deeper understanding of how social situations shape emotions and behavior
- Gain a deeper understanding of the nature and function of identities.
- Gain a deeper understanding of the motives for social behavior.
- Grading:
A 100 - 94
A- 93 - 90
B+ 89 - 87
B 86 - 83
B- 82 - 80
C+ 79 - 77
C 76 - 73
C- 72 - 70
D+ 69 - 67
D 66 - 63
D- 62 - 60
F 59 - 0- Exam Format:
- There will be a series of short answer essays.
- Class Format:
- Lectures
- Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/65639/1233
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 9 November 2022
Summer 2022 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (87445)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- A-F or Audit
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- Completely Online
- Times and Locations:
- Summer Session 10 wk06/06/2022 - 08/12/2022Off CampusVirtual Rooms ONLINEONLY
- Enrollment Status:
- Open (28 of 35 seats filled)
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Social psychology is at the intersection of macro and micro sociology, linking social structures, interpersonal relationships and interactions, attitudes, values and the self-concept. Principles of social psychology are drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. This course covers a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Notes:
- This course is completely online in an asynchronous format. There are no scheduled meeting times. Click this link for more detailed information: http://classinfo.umn.edu/?austi241+SOC3721+Summer2022
- Class Description:
- Sociological social psychologists explore the social processes by which people develop a sense of self, negotiate meaning in everyday social interactions and how groups and social institutions influence everyday interactions. This course provides an overview of sociological social psychology and introduces students to the major methods, theories and concepts in the field. Topics include socialization over the life course (including socialization toward work), social inequality (including intersections of social class, gender, race/ethnicity and disability), the social construction of identity, the presentation of self, mental health and illness, social deviance, relationships, the sociology of groups and social change. In addition to developing critical thinking skills, this course enables students to better understand how their own interests, values and social locations shape their attitudes and behaviors.
- Who Should Take This Class?:
- Everyone is welcome! The concepts discussed in this course can be applied to all areas of your life, including work, identity and social issues. If you have an interest in a specific topic, please let me know and I'll do my best to incorporate it. Contact me with any additional questions!
- Class Format:
- This course will be completely online, in an asynchronous format. Students will be required to independently read the material. There will not be regularly recorded lectures/presentations.
- Workload:
- Approximately 9 hours of independent work on reading, research and other course requirements in accordance with UMN guidelines (3 hours per week per credit). Students can expect to read a combination of textbook chapters, academic articles and non-fiction book chapters. Students can also expect to watch videos available online, including, but not limited to, documentaries. Students will be assessed in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, discussion boards, writing assignments/worksheets, reflection papers/journals and a research paper (8-10 pages).
- Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/87445/1225
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 16 November 2021
Spring 2022 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (65708)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- A-F or Audit
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- Completely Online
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session01/18/2022 - 05/02/2022Off CampusVirtual Rooms ONLINEONLY
- Enrollment Status:
- Closed (84 of 80 seats filled)
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Social psychology is at the intersection of macro and micro sociology, linking social structures, interpersonal relationships and interactions, attitudes, values and the self-concept. Principles of social psychology are drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. This course covers a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Notes:
- This course is completely online in an asynchronous format. There are no scheduled meeting times. 20 seats reserved for sociology majors. Click this link for more detailed course information: http://classinfo.umn.edu/?austi241+SOC3721+Spring2022
- Class Description:
- Sociological social psychologists explore the social processes by which people develop a sense of self, negotiate meaning in everyday social interactions and how groups and social institutions influence everyday interactions. This course provides an overview of sociological social psychology and introduces students to the major methods, theories and concepts in the field. Topics include socialization over the life course (including socialization toward work), social inequality (including intersections of social class, gender, race/ethnicity and disability), the social construction of identity, the presentation of self, mental health and illness, social deviance, relationships, the sociology of groups and social change. In addition to developing critical thinking skills, this course enables students to better understand how their own interests, values and social locations shape their attitudes and behaviors.
- Who Should Take This Class?:
- Everyone is welcome! The concepts discussed in this course can be applied to all areas of your life, including work, identity and social issues. If you have an interest in a specific topic, please let me know and I'll do my best to incorporate it. Contact me with any additional questions!
- Class Format:
- This course will be completely online, in an asynchronous format. Students will be required to independently read the material. There will not be regularly recorded lectures/presentations.
- Workload:
- Approximately 9 hours of independent work on reading, research and other course requirements in accordance with UMN guidelines (3 hours per week per credit). Students can expect to read a combination of textbook chapters, academic articles and non-fiction book chapters. Students can also expect to watch videos available online, including, but not limited to, documentaries. Students will be assessed in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, discussion boards, writing assignments/worksheets, reflection papers/journals and a research paper (8-10 pages).
- Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/65708/1223
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 16 November 2021
Fall 2019 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (33184)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- A-F or Audit
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- In Person Term Based
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session09/03/2019 - 12/11/2019Mon, Wed 01:00PM - 02:15PMUMTC, West BankBlegen Hall 255
- Enrollment Status:
- Open (70 of 78 seats filled)
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Social psychology is at the intersection of macro and micro sociology, linking social structures, interpersonal relationships and interactions, attitudes, values and the self-concept. Principles of social psychology are drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. This course covers a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Notes:
- Click on this link for more detailed information: http://classinfo.umn.edu/?morti002+SOC3721+Fall2019
- Class Description:
- Principles of Social Psychology Social psychology lies at the intersection of "macro" and 'micro" sociology. By drawing on both sociology and psychology, it illuminates the dynamic linkages of social organization, interaction processes, attitudes, and the self. Students will learn principles drawn from different theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. The course covers a broad range of topics as well as diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). The class shows the relevance of social psychology to contemporary social problems and issues, including inequality (based on gender, race/ethnicity, occupation, wealth), discrimination, torture, and terrorism.
- Grading:
- 20% short paper
30% Midterm Exam
40% Final Exam
10% In-class Presentations - Exam Format:
- Short essay.
- Class Format:
- 40% Lecture
10% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Small Group Activities - Workload:
- 35 Pages Reading Per Week
3 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Exam(s)
1 Presentation - Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/33184/1199
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 11 October 2016
Spring 2017 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (69306)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- A-F or Audit
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- In Person Term Based
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session01/17/2017 - 05/05/2017Tue, Thu 11:15AM - 12:30PMUMTC, West BankHanson Hall 1-108
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Social psychology is at the intersection of macro and micro sociology, linking social structures, interpersonal relationships and interactions, attitudes, values and the self-concept. Principles of social psychology are drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. This course covers a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Notes:
- Click this link for more detailed information: http://classinfo.umn.edu/?morti002+SOC3721+Spring2017
- Class Description:
- Principles of Social Psychology Social psychology lies at the intersection of "macro" and 'micro" sociology. By drawing on both sociology and psychology, it illuminates the dynamic linkages of social organization, interaction processes, attitudes, and the self. Students will learn principles drawn from different theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. The course covers a broad range of topics as well as diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). The class shows the relevance of social psychology to contemporary social problems and issues, including inequality (based on gender, race/ethnicity, occupation, wealth), discrimination, torture, and terrorism.
- Grading:
- 20% short paper
30% Midterm Exam
40% Final Exam
10% In-class Presentations - Exam Format:
- Short essay.
- Class Format:
- 40% Lecture
10% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Small Group Activities - Workload:
- 35 Pages Reading Per Week
3 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Exam(s)
1 Presentation - Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/69306/1173
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 11 October 2016
Spring 2015 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (67662)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- Student Option
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- In Person Term Based
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session01/20/2015 - 05/08/2015Tue, Thu 09:45AM - 11:00AMUMTC, West BankBlegen Hall 155
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Impact of social location on individual attitudes/behaviors. Dynamics of interpersonal relationships and small groups. Processes of social interaction. prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F
- Class Description:
- Principles of Social Psychology Social psychology is at the intersection of "macro" and 'micro" sociology. This class will illuminate the dynamic linkages among social organization, interaction processes, attitudes, and the self. Students will learn principles of social psychology drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. The course will cover a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). The class will show the relevance of the classic literature of social psychology to contemporary social problems and issues, including rapid social and technological change, inequality (based on gender, race/ethnicity, occupation, wealth), discrimination, torture, and terrorism.
- Grading:
- 40% Midterm Exam
50% Final Exam
10% In-class Presentations - Exam Format:
- Short essay.
- Class Format:
- 50% Lecture
5% Film/Video
10% Discussion
35% Small Group Activities - Workload:
- 35 Pages Reading Per Week
8 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
1 Presentation(s)
Other Workload: website for text: http://www.oup.com/us/catalog/general/subject/Sociology/IndividualinSociety/?view=usa&ci=9780199733996#Product_Details - Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/67662/1153
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 30 August 2012
Fall 2014 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (21835)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- Student Option
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- In Person Term Based
- Class Attributes:
- Delivery Medium
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session09/02/2014 - 12/10/2014Tue, Thu 02:30PM - 03:45PMUMTC, West BankBlegen Hall 145
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Impact of social location on individual attitudes/behaviors. Dynamics of interpersonal relationships and small groups. Processes of social interaction.
- Class Description:
- Principles of Social Psychology Social psychology is at the intersection of "macro" and 'micro" sociology. This class will illuminate the dynamic linkages among social organization, interaction processes, attitudes, and the self. Students will learn principles of social psychology drawn from multiple theoretical perspectives, including symbolic interactionism, expectation states theory, social structure and personality, and the life course. The course will cover a broad range of topics as well as the diverse methods that social psychologists use to study them (for example, experiments, surveys, ethnographic observation). The class will show the relevance of the classic literature of social psychology to contemporary social problems and issues, including rapid social and technological change, inequality (based on gender, race/ethnicity, occupation, wealth), discrimination, torture, and terrorism.
- Grading:
- 40% Midterm Exam
50% Final Exam
10% In-class Presentations - Exam Format:
- Short essay.
- Class Format:
- 50% Lecture
5% Film/Video
10% Discussion
35% Small Group Activities - Workload:
- 35 Pages Reading Per Week
8 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Exam(s)
4 Paper(s)
1 Presentation(s)
Other Workload: website for text: http://www.oup.com/us/catalog/general/subject/Sociology/IndividualinSociety/?view=usa&ci=9780199733996#Product_Details - Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/21835/1149
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 30 August 2012
Fall 2013 | SOC 3721 Section 001: Principles of Social Psychology (28204)
- Instructor(s)
- Class Component:
- Lecture
- Credits:
- 3 Credits
- Grading Basis:
- Student Option
- Instructor Consent:
- No Special Consent Required
- Instruction Mode:
- In Person Term Based
- Class Attributes:
- Delivery Medium
- Times and Locations:
- Regular Academic Session09/03/2013 - 12/11/2013Tue 05:30PM - 08:00PMUMTC, West BankBlegen Hall 155
- Also Offered:
- Course Catalog Description:
- Impact of social location on individual attitudes/behaviors. Dynamics of interpersonal relationships and small groups. Processes of social interaction.
- Class Description:
- Social Psychology is at the intersections of macro and micro sociology. This course will be a general survey of theoretical and applied knowledge of social psychology from the self to the interpersonal to the societal. Topics will include three major sections: 1) selfhood and socialization, 2) interpersonal processes, such as conformity/deviance, gender roles, etc, and 3) social processes, which include group dynamics, group stratification, conflict, collective behavior, etc. Through exposure to real life settings and simulations, students will explore key questions such as "What attracts us to each other??, "How do we respond to deviant behavior?" and, "Why do we conform?" Additionally, we will be applying social psychological concepts to contemporary social problems.
- Class Format:
- 30% Lecture
10% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Small Group Activities
10% Student Presentations - Workload:
- 3 Paper(s)
1 Presentation(s) - Textbooks:
- https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/28204/1139
- Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
- 4 April 2013
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