Critical Thinking in Psychology

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Overview

Subject area

PSY

Catalog Number

200

Course Title

Critical Thinking in Psychology

Department(s)

Description

Scientific hypothesis testing in psychology as distinguished from intuitive hypothesis testing. Topics include cognitive biases, methods for assessing argument strength, and techniques for minimizing confounds and biases.Note: PSY 166 is NOT a prerequisite for PSY 200.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Requirement Designation

FSW - Flexible Core - Scientific World

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule