LAP 350 Culture and Self

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

Credits

5

Distribution

Behavioral Science Community Psychology Human Services Electives