Psychology of Culture and Diversity

Uitgebreide vaknaam	Responsible Humanity: Psychology: 300-level: Psychology of Culture and Diversity
Leerdoelen	Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1) Describe the positive and negative outcomes of diversity 2) Develop an understanding and appreciation of the diverse cultural background of people living in Europe 3) Critically evaluate the theories of intergroup prejudice based on key social psychology approaches and those informed by evolutionary psychology perspectives to gain a multidisciplinary view 4) Apply the theoretical perspectives learned to analyze real-life incidents involving cultural conflict or prejudice 5) Elaborate on ways to effectively reduce prejudice and promote positive intergroup relations 6) Write a grant proposal to gain experience of all steps of scientific discovery to explore a culture and diversity issue of interest 7) Gain an understanding of how grants are evaluated and funded 8) Present (verbally and in writing) their ideas in an academically sound way to experts and general public 9) Discuss their ideas with peers, and engage with others' ideas in a critical but constructive manner.
Omschrijving	Introduction This course aims to provide a thorough understanding of the social psychological processes involved in diversity and intergroup relations. It will contribute to a deeper understanding of the cognitive, motivational and affective aspects of intergroup bias, as well as the conditions under which ingroup bias may be transformed into intergroup prejudice, discrimination and violence. We will consider theories based on key social psychological approaches (e.g., social identity theory) as well as theories informed by evolutionary psychology perspectives (e.g., coalitional identity) to take a fresh, multidisciplinary and critical look into these topics. We will also cover recent empirical and theoretical insights from cultural psychology, especially as it relates to understanding the psychological differences that exist in Europe’s multicultural societies. Each week will be dedicated to a particular dimension of diversity relevant for intergroup relations: ethnicity, nationality, race, religion, but also gender and sexual orientation. We will also touch upon other dimensions of diversity such as age, class, disability, and political affiliation. We will delve deeper into describing the types of biases and prejudices (subtle or explicit) against these groups, the psychological processes that underlie these prejudices, and how they manifest in different contexts to create inequalities (e.g., workplace, health, education). We will also look inwards and discuss about the diversity issues in social psychology (e.g., lack of political diversity), as well as ethical/controversial topics in public debate (e.g., cancel culture, identity politics). Finally, we will address potential ways to reduce prejudice to achieve peaceful and functioning diversity in civil society. Throughout the course, we will work with historical and current examples from daily life (e.g., Zwarte Piet protests, BlackLivesMatter and MeToo movements, refugee crisis, terrorist attacks, anti-vax movement, etc.). Students will work on assignments, both written and oral, which will help them formulate their own opinion in light of academic perspectives, and develop an enhanced awareness to interact with culturally diverse people. The course builds on the Foundation course Explaining Human Behaviour, the 100-level major course Applied Social Psychology, and the elective 200-level courses Consumer Psychology or Psychological Perspective on Leadership and Organizations. In addition, the course connects to the Diversity, Intersectionality and Global Health course in the Global Health track, and the Language and Cultural I and II courses in the Culture track. In particular, the course will address the Sustainable Development Goals of 3 (good health and well-being), 5 (gender equality), 8 (decent work and economic growth), 10 (reduced inequalities), and 16 (peace, justice, strong institutions).
Uren per week	variabel
Onderwijsvorm	lecture, self-study, seminar, tutorials
Toetsvorm	Assignment, Essay, Participation, Presentation
Vaksoort	bachelor
Coördinator	Dr. P. Gül
Docent(en)	Dr. P. Gül
Entreevoorwaarden	Explaining Human Behaviour (foundation), Applied Social Psychology (100 level), Consumer Psychology or Psychological Perspective on Leadership and Organizations (200 level)
Opmerkingen
Opgenomen in	Opleiding Jaar Periode Type BSc Global Responsibility and Leadership  (Major Responsible Humanity) - semester II a Psychology BSc Global Responsibility and Leadership 3 semester II a keuzegroep