History and Systems (3 credits)
“But I’m not majoring in History, why do I need to take this course!” is a common question you may hear from fellow students in this class. Truth is, in my humble opinion, this course is of extreme importance for anyone pursuing a career in psychology. This course sheds light on thousands of years of history leading up to modern psychology which we know today.
“Those who do not learn history are doomed to repeat it.” – George Santayana
You will be introduced to many fascinating characters from ancient Greece, to 20th century America. You’ll see the rise and fall of many schools of thought such as Structuralism and Behaviorism. Fasten your seat belts, folks.
Lectures:
- There is obviously so much history out there but only a fraction of it will be covered during the semester. Each professor will emphasize different parts. For instance, if you have Prof. Galina, he may spend more time on ancient Greece than other professors. Also, there are many textbooks on the market for this course and every professor selects their own. So attend lectures and keep track of what material is being covered.
Exams:
- Comprised of multiple choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, and short/long answers.
Additional Resources:
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