General survey of psychology, the scientific study of behavior and experience, including overt actions and mental activity. Covers how psychologists think and act as scientists and how the study of its subject matter may be integrated at the biological, psychological, and social levels of analysis. Fulfills one of the Foundations - Social and Behavioral Sciences. Offered every academic year.
Fall 2024 - Hybrid Winter 2025 - Online
Examination of basic research methods in psychology. Emphasis on the logic of psychological research, the formulation and testing of hypotheses, research design, sampling procedures, and the ethics of conducting research. Offered every academic year. Prerequisites: PSY 101, WRT 150, and (STA 215 or STA 312).
Fall 2024 - Online Winter 2025 - Online
Explores the development of the child from conception to adolescence in the home, school, and society. Interactions among physical, cognitive, personality, and social developments are considered. Practical implications for child development of theories and research on these topics will be emphasized. Field observation required. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Fall 2024 - Online Winter 2025 - Hybrid
The study of a wide range of psychological disorders that affect people, especially adults. The detailed analysis of the symptoms, effects, etiology, and treatments of selective psychological disorders. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Examines the development of the child from conception through age five. Theories and research in the areas of biological, perceptual, physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development, as well as their interrelationships, will be presented and discussed. Field observation required. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Fall 2024 - Hybrid Winter 2025 - Hybrid
Study of the application of learning principles, techniques, and procedures to the understanding and treatment of human psychological problems in a wide range of settings. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Develops the skills of critical thinking (analyzing the arguments of other people and forming one's own reasoned judgments) about controversial issues. Skills are applied to selected psychological issues, such as "Is intelligence inherited?'' and "Can suicide be rational?'' Offered every academic year.
Winter 2025 - Online
Examination of a wide range of childhood and adolescent disorders using developmental theory and research to inform issues related to classification, assessment, and intervention. Explores the biological basis of behavior and the role of broader systems (e.g., family, school, community) in the development and alleviation of psychopathology. Offered every academic year. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and (PSY 301 or PSY 364).
An overview of historical perspectives, current practices, and lifespan issues for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The course covers diagnostic and assessment practices, etiology, and prevention and intervention strategies. Offered every academic year. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and (PSY 301 or PSY 364).
This course provides an introduction to behavioral neuroscience, the scientific study of the interaction between biological processes and behavior. Topics covered include the basic structure of the nervous system, research methods in behavioral neuroscience, psychopharmacology, neural mechanisms involved in sensory and perceptual processes, and psychiatric disorders. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Fall 2024 - Online
Psychology of Language is a discipline that focuses on psychology's insights into human language. Topics include biological bases of language; human language and other communication systems; lexical, sentence, and discourse processing; speech production and perception; acquisition of spoken and written language; bilingualism; and the relationship between language and thought. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Relation of the individual to the social environment with emphasis on personality development and role behavior. Analysis of interpersonal behavior with reference to problems of conformity and influence. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
A survey of theories and research on human development from conception through death. Physical, perceptual, cognitive, personality, social, and emotional changes are reviewed, and their interrelationships are discussed. Does not satisfy the requirements for teacher certification. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
A systematic historical coverage of the theoretical foundations of psychology. The contributions of the major schools of psychology, as well as the influence of related areas will be emphasized. Offered every academic year. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and PSY 300.
Students will study the foundational concepts, principles, and practices of applied behavior analysis. Students will gain an understanding of factors that govern behavior, processes for measuring behavior, and methods for minimizing behavioral problems and improving learning and performance. Offered each academic year. Prerequisite: Admission to the school psychology program or instructor's approval.
Students will study the philosophical underpinnings of applied behavior analysis and explore the applications of behavior analytic principles and practices to behavior change, including strengthening and weakening behaviors. Selection and application of strategies to different contexts, populations, and age groups will be discussed. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: PSY 522.
This course covers assessment and intervention strategies for working with individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders from a behavior analytic perspective to teach, strengthen, generalize, and maintain behaviors. Students will learn how to provide behaviorally based training and supervision. Offered spring/summer semester. Prerequisite: Admission to the school psychology program or Instructor's approval.
Introduction to the ethical and professional delivery of psychological and educational services to a diverse group of clients. This course will introduce the ethical guidelines of major psychological professional organizations and the application of those principles to a variety of situations. Offered every academic year. Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate program in school psychology, or to the graduate certificate program in applied behavior analysis, or instructor approval.
This course addresses characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including diagnosis and special education eligibility. A specific emphasis is placed on using intervention approaches that address the unique learning and social needs of children with ASD. Various evidence-based interventions that promote inclusive opportunities and improved outcomes are covered. Offered on sufficient demand. Prerequisite: Admission to the College of Education and Community Innovation or undergraduate special education major.
This course examines the behavioral characteristics of students with autism spectrum disorder and overviews interventions to reduce problem behavior. Topics include data collection and functional behavior assessment, as well as the development of behavior intervention plans based on knowledge of functions. Interventions include preventative, skill development-based, and reinforcement strategies. Offered on sufficient demand. Prerequisites: Admission to the College of Education and Community Innovation or undergraduate special education major.
This course will explore assessment strategies and implementation tools for supporting students with autism spectrum disorder in educational settings. Focus is placed on individualized services, supports, and interventions that promote inclusion in general education settings and improve engagement and participation in the general education curriculum. A team-based approach is emphasized. Cross-listed with EDS 615. Offered spring/summer semester. Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in one of the following: Master of Education, School Psychology Program.
This course provides an introduction to the theoretical foundations and practical applications of behavioral assessment and intervention. The focus is on evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies that lead to socially significant, durable outcomes for students, educators, and families. The course uses functional behavior assessment as a framework for understanding behavior. Course offered each academic year. Prerequisite: Admission to the school psychology program or instructor's approval.
Students provide school psychological services in a school under the supervision of a practicing psychologist. Students will be actively involved, with increasing independence, in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of a variety of behavioral, educational, and intellectual assessment tools. Offered each academic year. Corequisite: PSY 622 or PSY 623.
The final supervised clinical experience. Under the supervision of a School Psychologist, students will work with teachers, families, and students from K-12 schools. Students will engage in different aspects of the practice of School Psychology including case management, assessment, prevention and intervention, and consultation. Course offered each academic year. Prerequisites: Admission to the school psychology program and instructor's approval.
