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AAS 391 - Psychology of the Black Experience
Winter 2023, Section 001
Instruction Mode: Section 001 is  In Person (see other Sections below)
Subject: Afroamerican & African Studies (AAS)
Department: LSA Afroamerican and African Studies
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Details

Credits:
3
Requirements & Distribution:
SS
Repeatability:
May not be repeated for credit.
Primary Instructor:
Cokley,Kevin O'Neal
Start/End Date:
Full Term 1/4/23 - 4/18/23 (see other Sections below)
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Description

This course is an introduction to understanding the psychology of people of African descent using Black and African-centered (Afrocentric) liberatory conceptual models. Topics that will be covered in the course include the philosophical underpinnings of Black/African-centered psychology, the psychological impact of enslavement, racial identity and personality development, gender and intersectionality, education and achievement, aggression, violence, crime, mental health, and the psychological impact of hip hop.

There will be 3 two page reaction papers, 6 pop quizzes, a 2 page personal growth paper, and 1 group final exam. The class is a combination of lecture and discussion. Class costs for texts are under $50.

Schedule

AAS 391 - Psychology of the Black Experience
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001 (SEM)
 In Person
36600
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TuTh 10:00AM - 11:30AMB247 EH
1/4/23 - 4/18/23

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