2010-2011 Academic Catalog

Jan 02, 2025

2010-2011 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PSYC 252 - Learning Psyc Through Teaching

Type of Course: First Seminar

This seminar is intended for junior and senior psychology majors who have a career interest in teaching. Exceptional sophomores may be considered. Students in this seminar will serve as Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) for PSYC 101, where the primary tasks will include working with students and facilitating group projects. Through their participation in this seminar and their activities as PLAs for PSYC 101, students will actively re-engage with basic concepts in psychology, and gain a deeper understanding of this material as well as acquire a broader perspective of the field. In addition to learning general material related to the teaching of psychology, the PLAs will receive support and guidance in their work with PSYC 101. This guidance will cover a range of topics, including assisting undergraduates with writing, using Blackboard, and leading class discussions. Moreover, the PLAs in this class will receive specific mentorship and guidance to assist them in leading the group projects that will be an integral part of PSYC 101. Cap of about 15.

Prerequisites: Registration will be by instructor permission only. Applications may be picked up in the Psychology Department Main Office.

When Offered: Offered every semester.

Faculty: Esteban Cardemil, Ph.D. - Associate Professor of Psychology Abbie Goldberg, Ph.D. - Assistant Professor of Psychology