PSY-222

Social Psychology of the Holocaust

This course takes an unflinching look into the darkest corners of human nature, explored through the social psychological lens. Using the Holocaust as a stark example, we will learn how powerful social psychological phenomena can contribute to the human capacity for brutality and cruelty. We will explore the roles of attitude formation, propaganda, prejudice, discrimination, scapegoating, aggression, bystander behavior, and more as we seek to come to terms with the events of the Holocaust and the behaviors of the individuals caught up in those events. Along the way we will learn lessons applicable to modern-day acts of human cruelty both large and small, and identify characteristics of societies that either facilitate or deter mass killings and genocides. 3 credits.

PSY-222 Sections for Fall 2021

With the following scheduling option(s)

1 Section Offered

PSY-222, Section SL1

CRN #16517
Online/Virtual Campus (asynchronous)

Instructor(s)

Patricia Kress

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureOnline
Aug 26th, 2021 – Dec 23rd, 2021N/A
Type Lecture
Location Online
Date(s) Aug 26th, 2021 – Dec 23rd, 2021
Day / Time N/A