This course will provide a comprehensive introduction to general theories and methods related to culture and diversity. It will explore how psychology is socially constructed and how cultural traditions transform the human psyche. The course is meant to stimulate an ongoing discussion and self-exploration on issues in multicultural psychology such as identity development, gender roles and stereotypes, intergroup relations, racism and prejudice, and health disparities.
The course will include didactic, experiential activities, reflective writing, and critical analysis relevant to developing students’ self-awareness, understanding of how culture may influence our behaviors, and skills across relevant areas of professional and personal practice in the context of psychological science.
By the end of the course, you will:
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Online sections of Pre-College courses are offered in one of the following modalities: Asynchronous, Mostly asynchronous, or Blended. Please review full information regarding the experience here.