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Psychology for Public Policy Analysis

The content of this course will stem from basic concepts in social psychology, judgment and decision making, and behavioral economics. The course will explore how these concepts can be applied to the design, implementation, and evaluation of successful policy.

Basic themes will include:

  • Bounded rationality of decision making and judgment
  • The power of the situation in social judgment
  • Forces that influence attitude and behavior change
  • Intergroup relations
  • Risk perception and communication

 

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Course Details

Quarter

2010 Autumn

Number

PBAF 514A

Credits

4

Requirements Met

General Elective

Instructor

Hall, C.

Days and times

Wed (6:00 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.)