Psychology 366 - Seminar: Psychology, Intervention, and Social Change
Sem:Psych, Interven, Soc Chnge
Fall
2025
01
4.00
Esther Burson
TU 1:20 PM - 4:00 PM
Smith College
PSY-366-01-202601
Bass 102
eburson@smith.edu
This course examines both the psychological processes driving social change and prevention, and intervention strategies to promote social change. The first unit of the course explores social issues and social change from a psychological lens, with a focus on relevant psychological processes. The second half of the course explores strategies for intervention and engages with examples of interventions in areas of education, intergroup relations, and youth development. Additional previous coursework beyond the prerequisites in education, developmental psychology, or social psychology is recommended. Prerequisites: PSY 100 and PSY 202. Restrictions: Juniors and seniors only. Enrollment limited to 12. Instructor permission required.
[CE] JR/SR only; Prereq: PSY 100 & 202