Psychology 323 - Risk and Resilience

This course will explore children’s resilience amidst the myriad risks that can affect their development. Through discussion of research articles, in class activities, and independent projects, students will 1) identify risk and resilience factors across children’s social ecologies, ranging from biology to society, 2) critique and design studies and interventions to reduce risks and promote resilience, and 3) engage with scientific and public debates on resilience. Assignments will foster science communication skills so that students feel equipped to advocate for children in different systems, develop critical reading and leadership skills through discussions of scientific and popular press articles, and encourage collaboration and exploration through in class activities. Additionally, independent projects will allow students to apply resilience frameworks to their personal areas of interest. 

Requisite, Psychology 227, Developmental Psychology. Spring semester: Professor Gillespie

How to handle overenrollment: Psychology majors will be prioritized by seniority, with random selection if needed.

Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: emphasis on written work, readings, independent research, oral presentations, in-class participation, and group work.