PSY 361 - Psychology of Group Interaction Credits: 3

Effective until Spring 2020: Surveys and analyzes psychological constructs, research, and principles of group interaction. Through participation and observation of face-to-face groups, implications are drawn for work groups in education, industry, and other social situations.

Effective Spring 2020: Surveys and analyzes the psychological constructs, research, and principles of small group interaction. Through participation and observation of face-to-face and electronic groups, we will examine the motivational, behavioral, social, and cognitive aspects of groups and their dynamics. This course will primarily focus on issues affecting groups in an organizational setting like leadership, cohesion, performance, decision-making, and conflict.

Prerequisite(s): Effective until Spring 2020: (PSY 101 or HON 151 and junior standing) or permission of instructor.

Effective Spring 2020: PSY 101 or HON 151