| Subject | Course | Section | Course Title | Course Description | Instructor | Files | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS | 121 | 001, 081 | Evil |
How do the religions of the world define evil? How do they suggest it can be overcome? Classical and modern writers from Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism will be considered. |
David Seljak, Carmen Celestini |
 RS 121_D.Seljak_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 |
| PSYCH | 357 | 001 | Psychology of Good |
What does it mean to "be good"? How does one "do good"? What makes "doing good" easier or harder? This course examines (1) the biological and psychosocial foundations of prosocial behaviour and (2) associated facilitators and obstacles at both interpersonal and organizational levels. Topics may include empathy, social responsibility, volunteerism, community intervention, activism, and heroism. |
Chris Burris, John Rempel |
PSYCH 357_C.Burris and J.Rempel_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 |
| PSYCH | 354 | 001 | Interpersonal Relationships |
A psychological analysis of social interaction and the dynamics of close relationships. |
John Rempel | Winter 2020 | |
| PSYCH | 318 | 001 | Psychosexual Organization |
A detailed examination of concepts related to the formation of gender identity and psychosexual orientation. The nature-nurture debate will be explored as well as gay and lesbian identity and consciousness throughout the life cycle. |
BJ Rye |
PSYCH 318_BJ.Rye_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 |
| PSYCH | 315 | 001 | Psychology of Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood |
A study of the psychological processes in the second and third decades of human development. Consideration is given to such areas as identity formation and intellectual, emotional, and social growth. Current concepts, issues, and research are stressed. |
Maureen Drysdale |
PSYCH 315_M.Drysdale_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 |
| PSYCH | 312 | 001 | Learning Disabilities |
A critical examination of the concept of learning disability and of current issues in the assessment and remediation of learning problems. |
PSYCH 312_D.Glebe_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 | |
| PSYCH | 232 | 001 | Psychology of Evil |
Psychological perspectives concerning definitions, causes, and consequences of institutional and personal evil, as well as symbols and interpretations of evil in both religious and secular contexts, will be considered. |
Chris Burris |
PSYCH 232_C.Burris_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 |
| PSYCH | 212 | 001 | Educational Psychology |
A consideration of the main variables affecting learning in the classroom with special focus upon the conditions essential to efficient learning. |
Maureen Drysdale |
PSYCH 212_M.Drysdale_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 |
| PSYCH | 101 | 003 | Introductory Psychology |
A general survey course designed to provide the student with an understanding of the basic concepts and techniques of modern psychology as a behavioural science. |
PSYCH 101_J.Wood_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 | |
| PHIL | 327 | 001 | Philosophy of Law |
Basic themes in the philosophy of law. Issues include the nature of law and its relation to morality and politics, legal reasoning, the justification of punishment, and theories of rights, responsibility, and liability. Cross-listed with LS 351 |
Stéphanie Grégoire |
PHIL 327-LS 351_S.Gregoire_Winter 2020.pdf |
Winter 2020 |