Courses TAUGHT
PSY-241 ~ Introduction to Psychological Theories, History, And Systems
A study of the philosophical, socio-cultural and historical foundations of psychology. The course presents the people, ideas and influences that have contributed to the modern-day science and practice of psychology. This includes an overview of the study of heredity and physiology, development theories, learning and thinking, motivation and emotion and theories of personality.
PSY-354 ~ Research Methodologies and Statistics
An overview of major research designs and an introduction to basic statistical techniques using Excel and APA style for documentation. Focusing on research methodologies, conceptualization, hypothesis, and measurement of sampling techniques, students gather, evaluate, and synthesize data using statistical measurements, tools, and software.
SOC-261 ~ Grief and Loss, Death and Dying
An exploration of the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of death and dying, and the process of bereavement, in the context of psychology and human services. Students will explore issues related to dying and bereaved persons, and develop their own psycho-social framework for understanding and facing death, terminal illness, life-threatening violence, grief, and loss. Issues of worldview, beliefs about evil, suffering, and life after death will be considered.
Course DEVELOPMENT
SOC-261 ~ Grief and Loss, Death and Dying
An exploration of the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of death and dying, and the process of bereavement, in the context of psychology and human services. Students will explore issues related to dying and bereaved persons, and develop their own psycho-social framework for understanding and facing death, terminal illness, life-threatening violence, grief, and loss. Issues of worldview, beliefs about evil, suffering, and life after death will be considered.