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This course covers the psychology of effective negotiation as practiced in a variety of settings. Major concepts and theories of the psychology of bargaining and negotiation will be explored along with the dynamics of interpersonal and intergroup conflict. This course fulfills the Behavioral Science Area of the General Education Requirements only for the students in the accelerated degree completion programs. Exceptions require Psychology Department approval. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment or pre-enrollment in the following accelerated degree completion programs or the M.A. Teaching: B.A. Applied Behavioral, B.A. Health Care Leadership, B.S. Management and B.S. Management Information Systems. Traditional undergraduates may take the course Department. Co-requisite(s): none. 5 quarter hour

This course introduces students to psycholinguistics: the study of how humans acquire, comprehend, produce, and use language. Topics will include the question of whether language is innate or learned, the mental processes involved in the acquisition, comprehension, and production of language, the relationship between language and thought, and the influence of language on cognitive development. (Developmental/Cognitive Psychology) Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100 or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): none. 5 quarter hours

This course explores basic concepts in theory and research in cognitive processes with an emphasis on human memory. Topics include learning, memory, perception, language, reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making. Also covered is an introduction to the broader field of cognitive science. (Cognitive Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100, or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course introduces students to the numerous viewpoints on the nature and development of personality. This will include various theories such as psychoanalytic, behaviorist, existential, interpersonal, humanistic, cognitive, biological/genetic and social. The techniques of personality assessment and psychotherapy will also be addressed. (Personality/Clinical Psychology). Counts in the Behavioral Science Area of General Education Requirements. Prerequisite(s): One previous psychology course. 5 quarter hours

The focus of this class is to study the problems and theories of behavior pathology including the multiple factors of causation and characteristics of disorders as described in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (Currently DSM-IV-TR). Aspects of prevention and types of intervention, including psychotherapy, are included. (Personality/Clinical Psychology). Counts in the Behavioral Science Area of General Education Requirements. Prerequisite(s): LAP 100 or equivalent 5 quarter hours

This course introduces the classic theorists and theories associated with the four predominant areas of personality theory: psychodynamic, humanistic/existential, dispositional, and social learning. Students explore how the lives and experiences of the theorists contributed to and are reflected in the theories they devised and came to espouse. Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course explores six significant principles of social psychology and their application to contemporary life. It examines the importance of the social setting and interpersonal dynamics in understanding the social dimension of human thought, feeling, and action. Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course introduces students to the field of industrial/organizational psychology and explores its contributions to work organizations and society. Students examine topics in personnel psychology (e.g., selection, training, performance appraisal) and organizational psychology (e.g., emotions, motivation, leadership). Emphasis is placed on the application of psychological principles to identify, understand, and address issues in contemporary work organizations. Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100, or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

In this course, students are introduced to the field of community psychology. The course provides an historical overview of the discipline, within and beyond the U.S. Students examine community psychology values and ethics, research, and prevention and intervention in the context of social problems. They engage in a community solutions project, designing an intervention to address a social issue. Topics include social-ecological theory, social competence, diversity, and empowerment. (Community/Organizational Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course provides an examination of the biological, psychological, cognitive, physical and social aspects of the development of the human personality from the prenatal period through the end of life. Multiple theories of human development and current research topics are also discussed. (Developmental Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100 or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course presents the development and views of the concept of emotional intelligence. Students examine the controversies that have emerged, the research that addresses these controversies, and the measurement and relevancy of the concept. They also explore the application of emotional intelligence and social effectiveness to everyday life. Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course focuses on happiness defined by positive psychology as subjective well-being and optimal human functioning. The course examines the relationship of emotions, affect, cognition, self-esteem, mindfulness, engagement, and social relations to happiness. The course also present measures of happiness and provides opportunities to use these measures to assess and increase happiness. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course provides an overview of methods for assessing children from birth through age six with a focus on developmental expectancies in a multicultural society. Students evaluate various levels of influence on preschool children’s development. They conduct observations, interviews, and assessments of children, parents and teachers in field settings. (Personality/Clinical/Developmental Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100 or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course deals with play across age spectrums and in differing contexts. It includes play universals, types and forms of play, theories of play, and functions of play in normative development as well as in atypical development. The use of play in assessment and behavior change is studied. Other topics include methods and materials of play and the role of play in learning and development. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) Counts in the Behavioral Science Area of General Education Requirements. Prerequisite(s): none 5 quarter hours

This course provides an introduction to social psychology – the role of the group and sociocultural factors in the development of behaviors in individuals, with special attention given to group dynamics. Students explore how social psychologists study people and formulate theories. Topics include the history of social psychology, perception, cognition, influence, attitudes, relationships, altruism, antisocial behavior, and group processes. (Social/Community/Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100, or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course introduces students to theoretical and practical knowledge of cross-cultural communication, an important aspect of cross-cultural psychology. Students examine intercultural communication approaches and processes as well as the challenges caused by cultural differences. Topics include psychological and cultural factors that contribute to effective interpersonal communication. Students learn to apply their knowledge to improve their own and others’ communication skills in intercultural contexts. (Community/Organizational Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100, or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Students will be introduced to the cross-cultural study of the self as it has been understood in the Western and Eastern cultures. This course presents an interdisciplinary study of the self-concept drawn from the social, psychological, sociological, and anthropological literature. The focus of this course is on the interpretation and enhancement strategies of the self in classroom and counseling settings, offering possible explanations for the treatment of minorities in these settings. (Community Psychology). Counts in the Behavioral Science Area of General Education Requirements. Prerequisite(s): One previous psychology course or approval of advisor. 5 quarter hours

In this course, students explore the connection between language and identity and ways in which language contributes to the psychological processes involved in the construction of a sense of identity. They examine the features of social and ethnic varieties of language and the use of these varieties by speakers to establish personal and social identities. Students also analyze their own use of language in the establishment of their multiple identities. (Community/Social Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

In this course, students learn about important factors in society and life that produce stress on children and their families. Such factors, with effects at the individual, family, community, and societal level, include poverty; race, ethnic groups, and discrimination; violence; education; and politics. Other pivotal topics covered are child abuse, domestic abuse, death, divorce, and hospitalization. Students apply psychological theories to the family context. (Community Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): LAP 100; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course will explore the question of the connection of brain, mind, and consciousness and its relevance in near-death experience studies. The focus of this course also is on the effect that near-death experiences have on the experiencer and others. Explanations of near-death experiences from a neurobiological, psychological, and transpersonal perspective will be explored. Prerequisite(s): Admittance to National-Louis University. Enrollment or pre-enrollment in Applied Behavioral Sciences, Health Care Leadership, Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Management degree completion programs, or the Master of Arts in Teaching. Traditional undergraduates may take the course only with the permission of the Psychology Department. 5 quarter hours