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POR 361 - 20th Cent Portuguese Lit Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisites: POR 331, 332 or permission of instructor
Study of the major literary authors and movements of the twentieth century including readings from Fernando Pessoa, Carlos de Oliveira, Jorge de Sena, Vergílio Ferreira, Agustina Bessa Luís, José Cardoso Pires, and José Saramago, among others. (Formerly offered as POR 456.)
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POR 370 - Music & Cinema of Brazil Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 302 or permission of instructor
A panoramic view of the music and cinema of Brazil. Regionally and aesthetically diverse songs and films composes the corpus of this course. Topics include bossa nova, samba, tropicalismo, Cinema Novo, and post-Cinema Novo. Representations taken from myths, mysteries, fantasies, and traditions are studied from social and historical perspectives.
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POR 371 - Gender and Society in Brazilian Cinema Credits 3
A thematic study of cinematographic representations of gender identities and practices within social contexts. Fostering global awareness and artistic literacy, topics include construction of feminine and feminist identities; masculinity and power relations; sexuality and national identity; same-sex and other non-traditional relations of love and intimacy; and machismo, ethnic and socio-economic disparity and alienation in contemporary life under women film-makers’ scrutiny. Cross-listed with WGS 371
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POR 380 - Modern Brazilian Theater Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisites: POR 333, 334 or permission of instructor
Panoramic view of the history of Brazilian theater from the 1500s to the 1990s, with a focus on the country’s greatest dramatist, Nelson Rodrigues. Discussions will include issues related to urban culture ad aesthetic innovations.
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POR 396 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
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Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged
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POR 399 - Internship Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Learning through Engagement
Internship
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 301 & 302
Internship with an area organization that provides service to Portuguese-speaking populations.Students will put into practice their linguistic abilities in Portuguese and their knowledge about Lusophone cultures while engaging with diasporic communities. Students will also use critical skills developed in previous courses to reflect upon their experience in light of their knowledge of the Humanities. Students receive service learning credit for this course.
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POR 410 - Eca De Queiros Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisites: POR 331, 332 or permission of instructor
Study of the major works of the foremost Portuguese novelist of the nineteenth century. Examination of the aesthetic and ideological significance of Eça’s works. The analysis of his works as a critical response to European literature and philosophy, and specific authors of the Portuguese and Spanish tradition. Discussion of themes such as the relation between nature and culture, language and reality, technology and man, the past and historiography, and Portuguese nineteenth century society. Cross-listed with POR 510
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POR 420 - Machado De Assis Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisites: POR 333, 334 or permission of instructor
Study of the major novels and short stories of the foremost Brazilian author of the nineteenth century. The course examines the innovative narrative techniques that characterize his works, and their relationship to precursors such as Lawrence Sterne and Almeida Garrett. The course also explores how Machado’s skepticism and irony anticipates modernist and post-modernist writings. Cross-listed with POR 520
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POR 430 - Pessoa & 20th Cen Poetry Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisites: POR 331, 332 or permission of instructor
Study of the poetry of Fernando Pessoa as an example of Modernism. The course examines the major heteronyms and their significance and discusses subsequent Portuguese literary generations of the 20th Century, their characteristics, and most important authors, with emphasis on poetry. Cross-listed with POR 530
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POR 481 - Seminar in Portuguese Credits 3
The study of a specific topic, author, or literary period from Portugal, Brazil and/or Lusophone Africa. May be repeated with change in content. Cross-listed with POR 581
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POR 495 - Independent Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Requirements: Prerequisite:Upper-division standing; permission of instructor, department chairperson and college dean
Intensive study or research on a specific topic in Portuguese, Brazilian or Lusophone African studies under the direction of faculty member. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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POR 496 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
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Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged
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POR 521 - Teaching Portuguese as a Foreign Language Credits 3
A theoretical and practical survey of methods and techniques used to teach foreign languages designed for both pre-service and in-service teachers of Portuguese. Development of educational materials for Portuguese and methodological issues applicable to heritage language learners are particularly emphasized. Assignments include presentations of teaching modules, classroom observations, and preparation of professional portfolios. This course is aligned with National Standards for Foreign Language Learning and with the Massachusetts Foreign Languages Curriculum Framework.
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PSC 101 - Introduction to American Politics Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of US Society
Theory and practice of national government in Congress, the Presidency, and the Supreme Court, and the interaction of these institutions with interest groups, political parties, public opinion and the mass media.
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PSC 151 - Introduction to Comparative Politics Credits 3
Study of political processes, ideologies, constitutional systems and governmental structure of foreign countries including Great Britain, France, Germany, the C.I.S. and selected Third World nations. Comparison with American system of government. Stress laid on the use of the analytical methods.
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PSC 161 - Introduction to International Relations Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of Global Society
Helps students relate, organize, and analyze political events that occur on the international level. Students will learn how to think critically about international relations and its impact on lives and well-being in the present and future. The concept of power, the factors that shape the foreign policies of states, the politics of economic relations, the use of force, and a broad range of global issues are examined.
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PSC 171 - Intro Political Theory Credits 3
Provides an introduction to political theory. History and development of political thought; key concepts, values, theories and ideologies that inform political practice; analysis of political discourse and argumentation.
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PSC 196 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
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Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 201 - Topics in American Politics Credits 3
Issues and ideas courses on selected topics in American Politics to be developed by instructors as student interest and faculty preference indicate. Students who are not political science majors are particularly invited to enroll in such courses. Anticipated offerings include: Education Policy, Welfare Policy and Public Controversies. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 212 - Politics in Film Credits 3
Review and discussion of influential films that address or touch upon important political issues. By exposing students to classic and/or out-of-the-way movies that they might not otherwise experience, the course promotes the development of critical thinking skills. Students are encouraged to view film as more than simple entertainment, but also as an influential means of conveying political ideas.
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PSC 213 - Law and Courts in Film Credits 3
An examination of law, courts, lawyers and judges as depicted in film. Political and legal attitudes amongst the public are often shaped and influenced by movies. This course will review and discuss films which convey important messages and ideas about law, justice, and the U.S. legal system.
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PSC 216 - Politics of the Social Safety Net Credits 3
Students analyze and debate the politics surrounding the public policies that comprise the U.S. social safety net, including social security, welfare, education benefits and more Cross-listed with WGS 216
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PSC 235 - Environmental Policy Credits 3
An overview of environmental policy at the local, regional, and national level. Focus will be placed on the “incentive-based” approach to environmental regulation. There will be he opportunity to analyze a “real-life” environmental issue affecting the local region. Cross-listed with SUS 235
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PSC 239 - African American Politics Credits 3
A study of the role of African Americans in the American political system, both historically and contemporarily, with special attention given to the alternative political strategies used in the struggle for political inclusion. Various philosophies that have been adopted to open up the political process and increase the democratic participation of African Americans are studied. Cross-listed with BLS 239
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PSC 242 - Ethnic Politics Credits 3
The complex ethnic structure of the American political landscape. The course examines the role that ethnicity plays in American politics in a comparative examination of the politics of major racial and ethnic minority groups. Previously offered as PSC 266. Cross-listed with LST 242, BLS 243
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PSC 249 - Intermediate Writing in Political Science Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Intermediate Writing
Writing in Political Science. Variable topics course used for instruction in political science writing methods.
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PSC 251 - Topics in Comparative Politics Credits 3
Variable topics course in comparative politics. Topics are studied from diverse theoretical perspectives and by definition employ a global focus. Typical topics include dictatorship and revolution, politics in the developing world, gender inequality worldwide, etc. Open to majors or non-majors with no prerequisites.
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PSC 261 - Topics in International Relations Credits 3
Variable topics course in international relations. This course offers an examination of topical issues affecting the international political system. Typical topics include the international relations of East Asia, the politics of human rights, global terrorism, the politics of drone warfare, and the global politics of everyday things, etc. Open to majors and non-majors, with no prerequisites. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 271 - Topics in Political Theory Credits 3
Issues and ideas courses on selected topics in Political Theory to be developed by instructors as student interest and faculty preference indicate. Students who are not political science majors are particularly invited to enroll in such courses. Anticipated offerings include: Pluralism and Politics of Evil. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 296 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 298 - Experience Program Credits variable; 1.00 to 15.00
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Work experience at an elective level supervised for academic credit by a faculty member in an appropriate academic field. Conditions and hours to be arranged. Graded CR/NC. For specific procedures and regulations, see section of catalogue on Other Learning Experiences.
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PSC 301 - The Presidency Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101 as prerq & upper div
The development of the contemporary presidency and its position within the American constitutional framework. Special attention will be paid to the presidential selection system, to alternate models of the presidency and to presidential power.
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PSC 302 - The Legislative Process Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101; Upper-division standing or permission of instructor
A thorough study of the United States Congress and its power to make law. Elections, legislative leadership, congressional committees, inter-branch relations, and the dynamics of the legislative process are some of the sub-themes.
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PSC 303 - Topics in American Politics/Policy Credits 3
Special topics course in the field of American Politics. May be repeated with change of content. Cross-listed with AAS 303
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PSC 305 - Internship: Program & Seminar Credits variable; 3.00 to 15.00Satisfies University Studies requirement: Learning through Engagement
Requirements: Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
Students take part in internship opportunities in the public and private sector, in conjunction with a series of five on-campus seminars with core readings designed to integrate the student’s real-world experience with the academic discipline. Students are placed on congressional and state legislative staffs, in state and local government, in the judicial system, in prosecutors’ offices, in law firms, and a variety of other public and non profit organizations.
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PSC 306 - Civil Rights Movements in the United States Credits 3
A study of the politics of civil rights and the various philosophical approaches that have been used to extend such rights to groups that have traditionally had no access to the agenda setting processes within the legislative system. Emphasis is placed on the philosophy of nonviolence and on the political effectiveness of such organizing strategies as marches, sit-ins, and public demonstrations; and how the American experience with civil rights has influenced civil rights movements in other parts of the world. Cross-listed with LST 306, BLS 306
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PSC 311 - State Politics Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101 as prerq & upper div
An exploration of politics and government in the American states. The course is a comparative analysis of the 50 states, although special attention will be given to Massachusetts.
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PSC 312 - Massachusetts Politics Credits 3
An analysis of selected aspects of Massachusetts politics and government: the state legislature, electoral trends, parties, courts, and executive policy are potential subjects. There will be a special emphasis on student research.
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PSC 315 - Public Policy in America Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101 as prerq & upper div
The policy-making roles, processes, and dynamics of U.S. political institutions, including the federal bureaucracy, media, think tanks, and universities. Major theme and dynamics examined include: governmental secrecy, covert action, the role of scientific experts, and the right to privacy. Cross-listed as PST 351.
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PSC 320 - American Political Thought Credits 3
An examination of the most influential thinkers and ideas in American political thought. The principles of the American founding will be compared with the ideals and underlying premises of progressivism. The course will also explore how the intersection of these two currents in American political thought shape contemporary political issues in the United States. Readings may vary, but will likely include the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, The Federalist, speeches of Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and writings from the Progressive Era.
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PSC 322 - Constitutional Law Credits 3
Requirements: Pre-reqs: PSC 101 and upper division standing; Or SOC 190; Or permission of instructor
Course centers on the development of the constitutional framework of American government with emphasis placed on reading and analysis of U.S. Supreme Court cases. Topics covered may include judicial review, separation of powers, federalism government regulatory authority, and the rights of criminal defendants.
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PSC 323 - Civil Liberties Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101 as prerq & upper div
In effect the second half of the course on Constitutional Law. The Civil Liberties and Rights course discusses individual protections from arbitrary acts by government and other individuals. Topics may include freedom of expression, church-state relations, freedom of the press, minority rights, and protection of individuals from discrimination.
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PSC 331 - Political Parties and Interest Groups Credits 3
Requirements: Prereq: PSC 101
The development and function of political parties and political interest groups in American politics. Strategies for lobbying and for creating interest groups also examined. Cross-listed as LST 332. Cross-listed with LST 332
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PSC 332 - Sex Roles and Politics Credits 3
Requirements: Pre-req: PSC 101 or WMS 101
An examination of the impact of gender as a variable in American politics. The course analyzes women in the electorate as candidates, as office holders, and as political participants, including participation in political organizations and lobbying groups. Cross-listed as WMS 332. Cross-listed with WGS 332
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PSC 333 - Political Behavior Credits 3
Requirements: Pre-req: Any 100 level PSC course or permission of instructor
Examines political behavior within the American political system. Special emphasis on quantitative methods to examine participation. Original data sets which have provided the sources for assigned readings are supplied. Emphasis on socio-economic models of participation.
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PSC 339 - Women and Public Policy Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequiste: PSC 101 or WMS 101
Examines public policies and landmark Supreme Court opinions relating to gender equality and women’s interests in the United States. Topics may include educational policies, employment policies, child care policies, health care policies, reproductive rights, and policies relating to women as criminals. Cross-listed as PST 354 and WMS 339. Cross-listed with WGS 339
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PSC 342 - Public Administration Credits 3
Examination of the general nature of the bureaucracy in public and private organization and in various cultural contexts. Attention is given to administrative responsibility. Cross-listed with LST 340
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PSC 347 - Environmental Law Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
Introduction to the concepts surrounding environmental law. Students explore the reasons, development, and implementation of environmental laws. Areas of focus include the following: using the law to consider environmental impacts before taking action; using the law to protect water and air quality; the law of land use; and global applications of legal frameworks to deal with large scale environmental problems like climate change. Cross-listed with SUS 347
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PSC 348 - Ocean Policy and Law Credits 3
Laws and policies associated with marine resource management. The declining status and productivity of many of our marine resources has led to growing concern about human activities such as pollution, overfishing, and environmental degradation. The course explores the fundamentals of policy analysis in order to gain insights into issues including jurisdiction, harvest regulation, ecosystem approaches, and environmental protection. Cross-listed with SUS 348
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PSC 349 - Political Science Research Methods Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequiste: MTH 104, MTH 120, MTH 140 or MTH 147
Students will learn how to study politics “scientifically” using theories, hypotheses, and concepts to explore the relationships among variables. Students will also learn how to define and critique concepts commonly used in professional journals. The course includes an overview of descriptive statistics using the SPSS software, exposure to some inferential statistics, and their application to data analysis in Political Science. Students learn how to present quantitative data in a manner consistent with the expectations of the discipline.
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PSC 351 - Modern Political Thought Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
European political theorists from the 16th through 19th centuries. Course will focus on the development of modern liberalism with some attention to its nineteenth century critics. Readings may vary, but most likely will include the major political writings of Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Bentham.
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PSC 352 - Classic Politic Thought Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
European political theorists from ancient Greece through the 15th century. Readings may vary, but most likely will include the major political writings of Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, and others.
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PSC 354 - Contemporary Political Thought Credits 3
Survey of the recent ideological currents in advanced capitalist societies: neo-conservatism, neo-liberalism, syndicalism, postmarxian socialism, eco-anarchism, and corporate fascism. The course will focus on political thinkers who have made significant contributions to the interpretation of contemporary political and economic developments. Cross-listed with LST 354
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PSC 360 - European Politics Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
Political and economic issues affecting contemporary European democracies, including the various tensions that have come about through the processes of European integration and globalization. The European Union represents the most advanced example of regional political and economic integration on the globe. What impact has European integration had on national democracies and economies? To what extent has Europe’s diversity converged as a result of integration? Case studies from throughout the region are examined.
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PSC 361 - Chinese Govt & Politics Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
An introduction to the People’s Republic of China and its political process. The interrelationships between China’s revolutionary heritage and the development of Maoist ideology and mass mobilization politics, economic policy and foreign policy will be examined. Finally, post-Mao politics will be studied to determine the degree and direction of change and its implication for Chinese politics and for the Chinese people.
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PSC 362 - Topics in Comparative Politics Credits 3
Special topics course in the field of Comparative Politics. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 369 - Transition to Democracy Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
Transitions from non-democratic to democratic regimes in three major areas of the world, Southern Europe, the Soviet Union and East-Central Europe, and South America, from a comparative theoretical perspective. Theoretical problems include what democracy is and is not, democratic transition and democratic consolidation, how and why transitions to democracy have occurred, and factors that influence the success or failure of democratization.
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PSC 370 - Latin American Politics Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
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PSC 371 - Topic in Political Theory Credits 3
Special topics course in the field of Political Theory. Course topics will range from an in-depth examination of a major political thinker such as Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, Rawls, or Habermas to an examination of a fundamental issue political theory such as the basis of political legitimacy, the relationship of duties and rights, or the varieties of social contract theory. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 373 - Cape Verdean Politics & Society Credits 3
A study of Cape Verdeans as an ethnic sub-population in the United States, and as comprising an independent, self-governing nation-state. The historical, political, social, and economic contributions of Americans of Cape Verdean descent in the United States and in Cape Verde are examined. Cross-listed as AAS 303; LST 303. (Formerly PSC 303) Cross-listed with BLS 373, LST 373
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PSC 374 - Haitian Politics and Society Credits 3
A study of Haitians as an ethnic subpopulation in the United States and as comprising an independent self-governing nation-state. The historical, political, and socioeconomic contributions of Americans of Haitian descent in the United States are examined.
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PSC 381 - Topics in International Relations Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
Variable topics in international relations. This course offers an examination of topical issues affecting the international political system, such as climate change, international democracy promotion, international law, and power and legitimacy in international relations. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 382 - American Foreign Policy Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 161 or permission of the instructor
Policy choices made by the United States and the actors, institutions, and influences that affect those decisions. Students gain an understanding of the foreign policy positions of presidential candidates and presidents, the various influences on the making of American foreign policy and the American foreign policy process, and the impact of the changing international environment on American foreign policy.
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PSC 384 - International Law and Organization Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 161
Examines efforts to address problems of international concern through international law and organizations.
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PSC 390 - Topics in International Relations Credits 3
Variable topics in international relations. This course offers an examination of topical issues affecting the international political system, such as climate change, international democracy promotion, international law, and power and legitimacy in international relations. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 393 - Portugal and the European Union Credits 3
Examines the political, economic, and demographic shifts in Portuguese society that have accompanied the process of European integration. This is a four-week summer course offered in a study-abroad format in Portugal. Various field trips and guest lectures will shed light on the impact of EU integration. Cross-listed with PSC 593
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PSC 394 - The Politics of European Integration Credits 3
Topics on European integration, the historical development of the European Union, eastward expansion, treaties, the Single Market, the EURO, theories of European integration, and challenges facing small states in the EU. This is a four-week summer course offered in a study-abroad format in Portugal. Various field trips and guest lectures will shed light on the impact of EU integration.
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PSC 395 - Politics and Development of Modern Portugal Credits 3
The politics and economic development of 20th century Portugal. This course will explore the links between changes in the socio-economic structures of the country and the transformation of the political system. Portuguese colonialism, the corporatist Estado Novo, and the transition to and consolidation of democracy will be examined from a comparative European perspective. Cross-listed with PSC 595
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PSC 396 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 400 - Seminar: Topics in American Politics & Policy Credits 3
Requirements: Prereqs: PSC 101 and upper division standing
Available topics seminar in the field of American politics. Repeatable with change in content.
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PSC 408 - Seminar:Judicial Process and Behavior Credits 3
Seminar
Discussion of the judiciary, specifically focusing on the actions of courts and judges. Questions explored include: How do courts work? What impact do courts have on society? How do judges make decisions? What factors influence judicial decision-making and the judicial selection process? What constraints exist upon judicial actions? In exploring the answers to these questions, students will have a better understanding of the importance of the courts and judicial actors in democratic government.
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PSC 416 - Seminar: Civil Rights in America Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper Division Standing
Study of the politics of civil rights and the various philosophical approaches that have been used to extend such rights to groups that have traditionally had no access to the agenda setting processes within the legislative system. Cross-Listed as AAS 416; LST 416. Cross-listed with BLS 416
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PSC 445 - Seminar: Women and Politics Credits 3
Requirements: Pre-req: PSC 101 or permission of instructor
An exploration of women’s involvement in the processes, institutions and outcomes of politics including voting and other forms of electoral participation, campaigning for political office, office-holding and leadership, and public policy. In examining these topics, the course looks at the roles played by women’s movements, feminism, and antifeminism. The focus is primarily on the United States with some coverage of other countries. Cross-listed with WGS 445
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PSC 450 - Seminar:Topics in Comparative Politics Credits 3
Requirements: Prereq: PSC 151 or 161 or permission of instructor
Available topics seminar in the field of Comparative Politics. Repeatable with change in content.
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PSC 451 - Seminar: Politics of Developing Countries Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
Focus is “development” and its conceptual counterpart “underdevelopment.” Some of the questions we seek to explore are: What is development? How should it be measured? Will all countries eventually follow the development path of the advanced industrial countries? Is income inequality getting better or worse between rich and poor on a global scale? What factors explain underdeveloped in different regions of the globe? What are some of the specific development strategies that countries have followed and with what results? Cross-listed with SUS 451
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PSC 471 - Seminar: Topics in Political Theory Credits 3
Available topics seminar in the field of Political Theory politics. Repeatable with change in content.
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PSC 473 - Seminar:Rules Of War Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 161
Examines the ethical and legal dimensions of “just cause” and “just conduct” in warfare.
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PSC 477 - Seminar: Topics in International Relations Credits 3
Available topics seminar in the field of International Relations. Repeatable with change in content.
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PSC 495 - Independent Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Requirements: Prerequisite:Upper-division standing; permission of instructor, department chairperson and college dean
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area not otherwise part of the discipline’s course offerings. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 496 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 498 - Capstone Seminar in Political Science Credits 3
A culminating seminar in political science. Topics will vary, but may include public opinion, international environmental policy, comparative legal system, and the rules of war. This course is intended for advanced political science majors and fulfills the University Studies capstone requirement.
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PSC 499 - Thesis Credits 3
Undergraduate thesis under the supervision of a faculty member, by arrangement.
May be repeated for credit, up to a total of six credits.
Multi-Term Course: Not Graded
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PSY 101 - General Psychology Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Human Questions & Contexts
A broad survey of principles underlying the systematic study of behavior. Using examples from basic research and applied settings, a variety of perspectives are explored, including findings associated with the physiological, behavioral, cognitive, developmental and social approaches.
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PSY 201 - Child Psychology Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSY 101; Not open to Psychology Majors
A study of the child from both the developmental and experimental approaches. Topics that may be included are methodology in child research, heredity and environment controversy, intelligence, language and communication, learning in infancy and childhood, and motor, cognitive, perceptual, personality, and social development. This course meets the Massachusetts Office for Children requirement for day care center certification, OFC Category A, Child Growth and Development.
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PSY 202 - Abnormal Psychology Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSY 101
Study of development and characteristics of behavior disorders. Topics to be considered include: cause of abnormal behavior, transient personality reaction to acute or special stress, psychoneurotic disorders, and therapeutic measures.
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PSY 204 - Social Psychology Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSY 101; Not open to Psychology Majors
The study of experimental findings, theoretical and methodological issues in understanding the individual in a social context. Cross-listed with WGS 204
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PSY 205 - Statistics for Psychology Credits 4
Requirements: Prereq: PSY 101 and PSY majors only
An introduction to analysis of quantitative data in psychology, including probability, descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, analysis of variance and data analysis by computer.
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PSY 215 - Adolescent Psychology Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSY 101; Not open to Psychology Majors
A survey of theories of adolescent personality development, psychopathology and current issues in the field.
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PSY 220 - LifeSpan Human Development Credits 3
Requirements: Prereq: PSY 101
The nature of normative transitions across the life span. The course fosters an understanding of change from pre-conception through death. A study of the individual from both the developmental and experimental approaches allows for an understanding and appreciation of change across the lifespan. The domains of human development (physical, cognitive/intellectual, and social/emotional) are replicated for infancy/toddlerhood, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and old age. Topics that may be included are methodology in lifespan research, heredity and environment controversy, intelligence, language and communication, learning across the lifespan, as well as motor, cognitive, perceptual, personality, and social development.
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PSY 250 - Biological Bases of Behavior Credits 3
Requirements: Prereq: PSY 101 and PSY majors only
Introduction to the biological basis of behavior. Topics will include basic neuronal functioning and brain specialization, as well as the relation of other biological systems (e.g. sleep/wake cycles, circadian rhythms) to brain function and behavior.
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PSY 298 - Experience Program Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Conditions and hours to be arranged
Requirements: Prerequisite: At least Sophomore standing, GPA 2.0 or greater. Permission of the instructor, department chair, and college dean.
Work experience at an elective level supervised for academic credit by a faculty member in an appropriate academic field. Conditions and hours to be arranged. Graded CR/NC. For specific procedures and regulations, see section of catalogue on Other Learning Experiences.
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PSY 301 - Psych of Adulthood&Aging Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: Psy 101; 201 or 215 or 220; Min GPA 2.75
A study of normative adult life transformations and crises within the context of cultural diversity and empowerment. Students will investigate culture, gender and ethnicity patterns. Topics include methodology; developmental theories of adulthood; physical and cognitive changes in adulthood; changing societal, familial, and occupational roles in adulthood; changes in personality and responses to stress in adult lives; and dying as the final stage of development.
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PSY 302 - Psychological Testing Credits 3
Requirements: Prereqs: PSY 101, 205; PSY majors only; Minimum Overall GPA of 2.75
An introduction to basic principles and techniques of psychological testing, and a study of the major types of tests.
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PSY 303 - Psychology of Learning Credits 3
Requirements: Prereqs: PSY 101, 205; PSY majors only; Minimum Overall GPA of 2.75
A survey of learning principles from simple conditioning to complex creative behavior.
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PSY 304 - Social Psychology for Majors Credits 3
Requirements: Pre-reqs: PSY 101, 205; PSY majors only; minimum GPA of 2.75. Note: Students should not take PSY 304 if they have already taken PSY 204.
Survey of the major topics and theories studied by social psychologists. Students will be introduced to ways in which social psychologists conduct research in the field. One of the major objectives of this course is to stimulate students to think about how social psychological research may provide answers to some of our everyday problems. Students will be required to read and critique original research studies. Some of the topics include research methods in social psychology, the self in a social world, social beliefs, behaviors and attitudes, genes, culture, and gender, conformity, persuasion, group influence, prejudice, aggression, attraction, altruism, conflict and peace making.
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PSY 308 - Cognitive Processes Credits 3
Requirements: Prereqs: PSY 101, 205; PSY majors only; Minimum Overall GPA of 2.75
A history of cognitive science as a discipline. Topics such as human learning, memory, perception, language, and attention are reviewed. Theories and research on mental processes underlying these behaviors and biological underpinnings and real-life application of these topics are studied.
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PSY 320 - Psychology of Perception Credits 3
Requirements: Pre-reqs: PSY 205; PSY majors only; Minimum GPA of 2.75
An overview of research methods and results in the area of perception. Special emphasis on role of stimulus variables and attention on the perceptual constancies, color, size, form, and space perception.
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PSY 330 - Personality Theory Credits 3
Requirements: Prereq: PSY 101
Study of personality structure and development through analysis of the theoretical contributions of major personologists.
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PSY 333 - Psychology in Sports Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSY 101, 205, PSY 390 or PSY 391 or PSY 392 or PSY 393 or PSY 394; PSY majors only; Minimum Overall GPA of 2.75
Investigates behavior in high-level competitive sports and noncompetitive sport activities. Study in the field, which has theoretical, applied and clinical aspects, focuses on athletes, coaches, teams, and spectators.
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PSY 375 - Psych of Sex Differences Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSY 101, 205, PSY 390 or PSY 391 or PSY 392 or PSY 393 or PSY 394; PSY majors only; Minimum Overall GPA of 2.75
Development of sex differences, socialization practices, attitudes, values and role expectations which affect the self-concept and interpersonal relationships. This course is designed to stimulate discussion among men as well as women. Cross-listed with WGS 375
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