Social Psychology: Learning through Case Studies - Hardcover

Harrison, Lisa A.

Hardcover

ISBN 13: 9798823354066

Verlag: Cognella Academic Publishing, 2023

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Social Psychology: Learning through Case Studies introduces readers to key concepts within the field through a collection of engaging real-life scenarios. It covers a broad range of topics, including the concept of self, cognitive dissonance, social influence, group processes, prosocial behavior, aggression, prejudice, and more. Each chapter introduces a specific topic within the realm of social psychology, followed by relevant case studies and questions designed to encourage critical thinking and practical application. Discussion questions following each individual case and key takeaways at the end of each chapter encourage student engagement and retention of the material. Social Psychology is an exceptional resource for courses and programs in social psychology, as well as interdisciplinary studies, especially those that emphasize human behavior, social interactions, and real-world applications of psychological theories.

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Lisa A. Harrison is a professor in the Psychology Department at California State University, Sacramento, where she teaches courses in social psychology, the psychology of women, motivation, and introductory psychology. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in social psychology from the University of Nebraska and a B.A. in psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Dr. Harrison's research interests include implicit and explicit stereotypes; prejudice and discrimination; intergroup relationships; gender; and literary fiction.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Cognella Academic Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2023
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798823354066
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 116
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
• Verantwortliche Person: gpsr@libri.de; gpsr@libri.de; ; Europaallee 1; Bad Hersfeld; 36244; Deutschland