PSYCH 172: Communicating Psychology (PSYCH 271)
A seminar on writing and communication of psychological research, both for our colleagues and audiences outside the field. Open to graduate students; juniors and seniors may enroll with permission from instructor.
| Units: 3
PSYCH 175: Developmental Science of Social Cognition
Social cognition - the ability to infer and represent the unobservable contents of others' minds - is a critical component of what makes us human. What are the basic elements of social cognition, and what do infants and young children understand about others' actions, thoughts, and feelings? How do these capacities help them learn about the world as they interact with others in the first few years of life? This course will take a deeper look at the theoretical perspectives and scientific findings at the intersection of social cognition and cognitive development. Students will read 3 - 4 journal articles each week (reviews and empirical papers), on themes ranging from attribution of agency and mental-state reasoning to communication, moral judgment, and prosocial behaviors. In this course, students will be encouraged to think hard about the fundamental questions about the human mind and how it interacts with others, and the value of studying infants and young children to address these q
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Social cognition - the ability to infer and represent the unobservable contents of others' minds - is a critical component of what makes us human. What are the basic elements of social cognition, and what do infants and young children understand about others' actions, thoughts, and feelings? How do these capacities help them learn about the world as they interact with others in the first few years of life? This course will take a deeper look at the theoretical perspectives and scientific findings at the intersection of social cognition and cognitive development. Students will read 3 - 4 journal articles each week (reviews and empirical papers), on themes ranging from attribution of agency and mental-state reasoning to communication, moral judgment, and prosocial behaviors. In this course, students will be encouraged to think hard about the fundamental questions about the human mind and how it interacts with others, and the value of studying infants and young children to address these questions. Students should expect to read, present, and discuss theoretical and empirical research articles, and write a research proposal as a final project. This course is designed for upper-level undergraduate students who already have a basic understanding of cognitive development (PSYCH60 is required). This course fulfills the WIM requirement.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: WAY-SI
PSYCH 178: Culture and Madness: Anthropological and Psychiatric Approaches to Mental Illness (ANTHRO 186, ANTHRO 286, HUMBIO 146, PSYC 286)
Unusual mental phenomena have existed throughout history and across cultures. Taught by an anthropologist and psychiatrist, this course explores how different societies construct the notions of "madness": What are the boundaries between "normal" and "abnormal", reason and unreason, mind and body, diversity and disease? Optional: The course will be taught in conjunction with an optional two-unit discussion section.
| Units: 3-5
| UG Reqs: WAY-EDP, WAY-SI
PSYCH 180: Advanced Seminar on Racial Bias and Structural Inequality
How do we address racial bias and inequities? What role do our institutions play in creating, maintaining, and magnifying those inequities? What role do we play? In this course, we will examine racial bias and inequality in our neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, healthcare facilities, and criminal justice system. In every domain, we will focus our attention on the tools and interventions that can be used to mitigate bias and decrease racial disparities. This course will be conducted as a seminar and meets the WIM requirement. Enrollment is restricted; interested students should complete an application for permission at:
https://stanforduniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aaBEFK34KHMjVbg. Instructor will be in contact if selected.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: WAY-EDP, WAY-SI
PSYCH 182: Practicum in Teaching PSYCH 1
Pedagogical training focused on teaching introductory psychology: creating engaging and inclusive lesson plans and activities, providing helpful feedback to students, responding to student feedback, and supporting student learning in 1:1 and small group interactions. Students create and iterate section activities, conduct and reflect on peer feedback, and produce a statement of teaching philosophy in their second quarter. Limited to current undergraduate
PSYCH 1 Teaching Fellows. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 5
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Crosby, J. (PI)
;
Zaki, J. (PI)
PSYCH 183: SPARQ Lab
Join SPARQ (Social Psychological Answers to Real-world Questions) as a research assistant and help with projects addressing real-world issues.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 2-3
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Eberhardt, J. (PI)
;
Qing, C. (PI)
PSYCH 185A: Obedience and Otherness (COMPLIT 185, JEWISHST 180)
This introductory course in social psychology examines the methodological and theoretical foundations of the field, with a focus on crowd psychology, norm formation, social identity, and submission to authority. We will approach these topics through historical, empirical, and analytical perspectives, engaging major thinkers and key experiments. A unique component of the course introduces test case from Jewish history exploring group behavior, authority, collective memory, and identity.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: WAY-EDP, WAY-SI
Instructors:
Mock, K. (PI)
PSYCH 188: Practicum on Racial Bias and the Law
What role does race and bias play in creating, maintaining, and magnifying inequalities in how the law is made, applied, and enforced? In this course, we will examine how racialized perceptions, experiences, and affordances can become entrenched in our customs and institutions in ways that perpetuate racial inequality. This course is offered as a practicum through the Stanford Center for Racial Justice. Two weekly class meetings will focus on two components of the course: (1) exploring race and bias through social psychology research and empirical data analysis; and (2) examining racial justice law and policy through the U.S. Constitution, court cases, legislation, and legal analysis. In both components, students will contribute to research that informs real-world decision-making. Limited enrollment by permission only. Apply here:
https://forms.gle/MHo1C4NvLv1VPNb96
Terms: Aut
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Pham, H. (PI)
;
Starck, J. (PI)
PSYCH 189: Stanford Center on Longevity Practicum
Student involvement in an interdisciplinary center aimed at changing the culture of human aging using science and technology. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 4
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 9 units total)
Instructors:
Carstensen, L. (PI)
PSYCH 190A: Public Service for Social Impact: Pathways to Purposeful Careers (CSRE 190A, ENGLISH 180, INTNLREL 74, POLISCI 74B, PUBLPOL 75B, SOC 190A, SYMSYS 193, URBANST 190A)
How do I translate my interests, skills and values into a career in public service and social impact? This course will introduce you to a wide range of roles that help shape public policy and civic life, including government (Legislative, Federal, State & Local), nonprofits, social enterprises, media and the arts. It also will help you define the specific values, roles, and opportunities that interest you as you prepare to seek future internships, jobs, and graduate programs. "Pathways" can be taken for one or two-units. For one-unit, you participate in a weekly, interactive Speaker Series designed to give you a sense for what different public service careers are like. Each week, expert and high-profile professionals in the public service space describe their current organizations and roles, highlight key intellectual issues and policy challenges, discuss their career paths, and describe skills crucial for work in the field. Each session will include a moderated discussion with the gue
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How do I translate my interests, skills and values into a career in public service and social impact? This course will introduce you to a wide range of roles that help shape public policy and civic life, including government (Legislative, Federal, State & Local), nonprofits, social enterprises, media and the arts. It also will help you define the specific values, roles, and opportunities that interest you as you prepare to seek future internships, jobs, and graduate programs. "Pathways" can be taken for one or two-units. For one-unit, you participate in a weekly, interactive Speaker Series designed to give you a sense for what different public service careers are like. Each week, expert and high-profile professionals in the public service space describe their current organizations and roles, highlight key intellectual issues and policy challenges, discuss their career paths, and describe skills crucial for work in the field. Each session will include a moderated discussion with the guest speaker, followed by interactive Q&A. For a second unit, you participate additionally in a more participatory weekly session designed to help you translate this new knowledge into action. You will identify roles and organizations that might be a good match for you, build your network through informational interviewing, receive personal career coaching, and acquire the concrete tools you need to launch your job or internship search. This course is open to all students, not only those studying political science, public policy and other social sciences, but also those in the arts, humanities, sciences, or engineering. Course content will be relevant to both students soon entering the job market and those facing choices about future courses of study, fellowships and internships. It is co-sponsored by the Haas Center for Public Service, the School of Humanities and Sciences, the Program in Urban Studies, and Stanford in Government. Students taking the course for one-unit (Tuesday Speaker Series) must enroll in the -01 course listing and students taking the course for two-units (Tuesday Speaker Series and the Thursday seminar) must enroll in the -02 course listing.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 1-2
Instructors:
Sims, J. (PI)
;
Weisler, T. (PI)