PSY 4515: Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination


This course covers selected theories and concepts in the area of prejudice and discrimination. The topics covered will include the following: history of prejudice and discrimination, categorization and stereotyping, old-fashioned and modern forms of prejudice, predictors and correlates of prejudice, development of prejudice, and techniques to reduce prejudice. Classic studies on these topics will be discussed.


  1. Summarize fundamental concepts in the psychology of prejudice and discrimination.
  2. Construct connections between real-life examples of discrimination and the psychological phenomenon from which they arise.
  3. Synthesize the component parts of prejudice and demonstrate how each component is interdependent.
  4. Evaluate one’s own as well as others’ prejudices, mental processes, and behaviors, and apply effective strategies for improvement.
  5. Apply psychological principles to personal and social issues surrounding prejudice and discrimination.
  6. Discuss prejudice and discrimination from a historical-cultural perspective.
  7. Develop and refine critical thinking skills including skeptical inquiry.
  8. Classify the many different forms in which prejudice and discrimination can become manifest (i.e., each of the types of isms).


  1. PSY 1010


Understanding the psychology of diversity (Rev: 2)

Publisher: Sage (2013)
Author: Blaine, B .E.
ISBN: 978-1452203331
Price: $69.39
