PSY 336 Group Dynamics

3 hours 

This course will focus primarily on the psychology of the small group. A combination of lectures and action-oriented activities (e.g., role playing) will be used to give students an understanding of group processes and to improve their skills as group members or leaders. The aim of the course is to provide an integration of group theory, research and applied methods. Topics covered include group development, group conflict, conflict resolution within groups, and an overview of group theory and human relations training groups.