By the end of this course, students are expected
• to become familiar with the fundamentals of some of the most prominent intergroup theories such as Realistic Conflict Theory, Relative Deprivation Theory, Social Identity Theory, Social Dominance Theory, System Justification Theory, Intergroup Emotions Theory.
• to understand how each of them explains certain aspects of intergroup processes, including ingroup favoritism, outgroup favoritism, prejudice, discrimination, and collective action.
• to know where these theories converge and in what ways they differ
• to identify the implications for practice and future research by critically evaluating each of them
• to apply this knowledge to social problems.
1. Understand the fundamentals of intergroup relations, including group members' cognitions, motivations, and emotions in intergroup relations.
2. Critically evaluate of various theoretical assumptions and research outcomes in intergroup relations.
3. Apply intergroup relations theories to explain social problems (e.g., poverty, intergroup conflict, sexism, inequality)
4. Developing new research ideas in the intergroup relations.
if relevant for the course
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Course Readings | 40 |
| Debate | 14 |
| Exams/Quizzes | 46 |
| Report on a Topic | 15 |
| Oral Presentation | 3 |