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PSYC 328 Psychology of African Americans

This course investigates the African-American experience from a social psychological perspective. The course gives students insights on one of the largest racial cultural groups in the United States, and the impact of African Americans on the American social system.

Prerequisites

4 Undergraduate credits

Effective August 1, 1998 to present

Meets graduation requirements for

Learning outcomes

General

  • Application of the norms learned will be required
  • Ethical, cultural and social considerations will be evaluated
  • Historical trends related to this experience will be analyzed
  • Students will learn to evaluate the African-American life through a social-cultural perspective

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum

Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences

  • Employ the methods and data that historians and social and behavioral scientists use to investigate the human condition.
  • Examine social institutions and processes across a range of historical periods and cultures.
  • Use and critique alternative explanatory systems or theories.
  • Develop and communicate alternative explanations or solutions for contemporary social issues.

Spring 2025

Section Title Instructor books eservices
21 Psychology of African Americans Barner, Pearl Books for PSYC-328-21 Spring 2025 Course details for PSYC-328-21 Spring 2025

Fall 2025

Section Title Instructor books eservices
21 Psychology of African Americans Barner, Pearl Books for PSYC-328-21 Fall 2025 Course details for PSYC-328-21 Fall 2025