PSYC1104A-W19
Psychology&Emerging Technology
Psychology and Emerging Technology
Technology and new media are changing how we think, relate, connect, learn, and live. We will examine what a growing body of psychological research tells us about the pros and cons of our ever-changing digital world. We will review material on the use of cell phones, social media, video games, the internet, and artificial intelligence, examining topics such as attention and distraction, addiction, self-esteem, morality, and relationships with friends and family. The course will draw on multiple areas of psychology and involve both critical analysis of research and examination of our own behavior. (not open to students who have taken FYSE 1450 or PSYC 0415). 3 hrs. lect.
Technology and new media are changing how we think, relate, connect, learn, and live. We will examine what a growing body of psychological research tells us about the pros and cons of our ever-changing digital world. We will review material on the use of cell phones, social media, video games, the internet, and artificial intelligence, examining topics such as attention and distraction, addiction, self-esteem, morality, and relationships with friends and family. The course will draw on multiple areas of psychology and involve both critical analysis of research and examination of our own behavior. (not open to students who have taken FYSE 1450 or PSYC 0415). 3 hrs. lect.
- Term:
- Winter 2019
- Location:
- Ross Commons Dining 011 RCD 011
- Schedule:
- 10:30am-12:30pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (Jan 7, 2019 to Feb 1, 2019)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Barbara Hofer
- Subject:
- Psychology
- Department:
- Psychology
- Division:
- Social Sciences
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- SOC, WTR
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 11443
- Subject Code:
- PSYC
- Course Number:
- 1104
- Section Identifier:
- A