CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY

This course provides a general introduction to culture by covering important topics in cultural psychology as well as cultural evolution theory and cultural anthropology. In the first part of the course, we will discuss the definitions and origins of culture and cross-cultural hostility (e.g., discrimination, xenophobia, ethnocentrism, and racism). We will also discuss how to become a global citizen and develop cultural sensitivity. The second part of the course focuses on cultural differences, i.e., how cultures differ from one another in terms of values, cognition, emotions, and behavior. We will also talk about the roots of cultural differences. In the final part, the focus is on how cultural differences can affect communication between cultures and how to communicate effectively with people from other cultures.

1-Familiarize students with psychological literature on the role of culture in human behavior
2-Familiarize students with issues surrounding cross-cultural transitions. Help them reflect on their encounters in cultural contexts that are different from their native culture
3-Help students build skills needed for interacting competently with others in culturally diverse contexts

Students are expected to pay close attention to what is going on in the class, stay fully engaged, and actively participate in group and class discussions. You will lose class participation points for distraction and disengagement during the class. Half of the class time is spent on group activities, you will talk/discuss/debate in your team. If you are not interested in class activities and discussion, this is not a good class for you. There will be two exams, one at midterm and a second exam during finals week. Each exam covers half of the course, and is entirely in English. The exam will include multiple-choice and short answer questions. There will be a few assignments, which will be posted in the CTL,during the first week of the semester (or before, if possible). Students are also expected to take part in up to three psychological experiments and surveys. This will take no more than 4 hours altogether during the course. All important announcements and deadlines will be posted on the CTL. It is the students' responsibility to frequently check the CTL website. However, do not use the CTL to communicate with me. Use my email address instead.

* Attendance: 0 absence = 10 1 absence = 9 2 ab.= 7 3-4 ab.= 5 5-7 ab.= 0 8 or more ab.= F (not negotiable) Note. Three times late coming equals 1 absence.

English language: If you are not a perfect English speaker, you may still be able to get a good grade in this class. But if you cannot understand the lectures, you will be in trouble. Note that the slides are not provided to students, so you must be able to understand the lecture inside the class. The course is taught in English and the exams will be in English.

These experiences and skills can be used in various practical areas, including: 1-Studying and working in other countries 2-Business and marketing in culturally diverse contexts 3-Tourism Etc.