PSYC 225-02, Personality Psychology, Spring 2008

Abstract

Course Objectives (1) To give students a broad overview of the major theoretical approaches in the field of personality psychology in order to facilitate understanding and critical analysis of theory, research, and assessment in the area of personality psychology. (2) To give students insight into the scientific processes underlying psychological research and to aid in the critical analysis of research in the field. Students will systematically evaluate research and will be exposed to methodological, ethical, and theoretical issues underlying scientific research conducted in the area of personality psychology (3) To give students practice in the application of their knowledge of personality theory by giving students the opportunity to research and analyze the personality of an individual of their choosing. (4) To encourage the development of oral communication and presentation skills by giving students an opportunity to present their own work to an interested and supportive audience.