Fall 2026
Social Psychology
Instructor:Briscoe, Sonya
Email:briscoesy@lamarpa.edu
Phone: 409 - 984 - 6229
Office Location and Hours: This course is taught within correctional settings and no office is provided.
Additional Contact Information: Students may contact LSCPA through their education officers to setup conferences or in person meeting. Also questions may also be resolved after class if time allows.
The scientific study of human society, including ways in which groups, social institutions, and individuals affect each other within groups. Causes of social stability and social change are explored through the application of various theoretical perspectives, key concepts, and related research methods of social psychology. Analysis of social issues in their institutional context may include topics such as social stratification, gender, race/ethnicity, and deviance
Social Psychology (12th/14th ed.), Myers, D.G., Twenge, J. M., McGraw Hill Education.
ISBN: 978-0-07-786197-1 / ISBN: 0-07-786197-3
Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.
Notebook paper, pens, pencils, folders, etc.
Competency in reading.
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Communication skills: |
Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. |
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Critical Thinking Skills: |
Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. |
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Empirical and Quantitative Skills: |
Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. |
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Teamwork: |
Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. |
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Social Responsibility: |
Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. |
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Personal Responsibility: |
Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making. |
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Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1. Define social psychology and related terminology. 2. Discuss the relationship between the person and the situation and its influence on attitudes, prejudice, aggression, prosocial behavior, and interpersonal relationships. 3. Describe the dynamics of group behavior in areas of social influence, such as altruism, conformity, obedience, deindividuation, leadership, intergroup relations, and conflict and cooperation. 4. Identify and evaluate the current and historical research, and research methods of social psychology, including ethical considerations. 5. Apply social psychological principles to real-world issues |
Social Thinking
Course Introduction, Syllabus review, & Orientation with materials
Reading: What is Social Responsibility?
Ch1-Introduction Social Psychology
Ch2-The Self in a Social World
Reading: Ch3-Social Beliefs and Judgments
Ch4-Behaviors and Attitudes
Midterm Essay - Begin research and targeting you project topic.
Exam 1 Ch 1-4
Module 2 – Social Influence
Reading: Ch5-Genes, Culture, and Gender
Ch6-Conformity and Obedience
Reading: Ch7-Persuasion
Reading: Ch8-Group Influence
Module 3 – Social Relations
Reading: Ch9-Prejudice: Disliking Others
Ch10-Aggression: Hurting Others
Reading: Ch11-Attraction and Intimacy: Liking and Loving Others
Ch12-Helping
Module 4 – Applying Social Psychology
Reading: Ch 13-Conflict and Peacemaking
Ch14-Social Psychology in the Clinic
Reading: Ch15-Social Psychology in Court
Ch16-Social Psychology and the Sustainable Future
Module 1 – Social Thinking
Week 3 (Sep 28-Oct 4)
Exam 1 Ch 1-4
Week 5 (Oct 12-18)
Exam 2: Ch 5-8
Week 9 (Nov 9-15)
Exam 3: Ch 9-12
Week 11 (Nov 23-29)
FINAL/ OBSERVATION & GROWTH Presentation - DUE
Week 12 (Nov 30- Dec 6)
FINAL/ OBSERVATION & GROWTH Presentation (Remaining presentations) - DUE
Exam 4 (Chap 13-16)
Worksheet 1 & 2 Submission
Week 12 (Nov 30- Dec 6)
FINAL/ OBSERVATION & GROWTH Presentation (Remaining presentations) - DUE
| A = 100-90 B = 89-80 C = 79-70 D = 69-60 F = 59 - below |
Exams: 4 = 60%
Worksheets: 2 @ 100 = 20%
Final Essay: 1 = 20%
| No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Respectful behavior: Be respectful of instructors, fellow students and the academic environment. Instructors have NO obligation to tolerate disruptive behaviors of any kind. This includes excessive/disruptive talking. Problematic behavior may result in you being asked to exit the classroom and/or dismissal from the course. · Sleeping in class: Please be aware that attendance requires not just your presence but your attention. If you sleep in class you will be asked to leave and counted absent for the day. NOTE: In accordance with the attendance policy, five (5) absences can result in administrative removal from the course. · Please be mindful of students with disabilities: Some may be visible and others may not. Most of us are extremely considerate of disabilities we recognize, but less aware and thus less sensitive to those we cannot see. Invisible disabilities may include such conditions as (ADHD, asthmas, allergies, chronic pain, hearing impairments, migraines, seizures, vision impairments, and many more). Something as simple as body sprays and fragrances may affect/trigger asthma or migraines. Lighting or excessive noise can become problems for those with hearing disorders or epilepsy. Let us all keep these things in mind, and BE CONSIDERATE OF THE NEEDS OF THOSE AROUND US. |
Absences, Tardiness, and Make-ups:
Attendance and punctuality are expected. Your preparation and participation are expected. Appropriate consideration will be given for attendance challenges in correctional settings. Confirmation through facility supervisors may be required.
The privilege of making up an assignment (including exams) should not be assumed. If possible, make arrangements in advance, for known scheduling problems/conflict. If you miss an exam or assignment because of an excused absence that was not prearranged, speak to the instructor as soon as possible regarding the missed work.
NOTE: You can be removed from this course for poor attendance. Missing only two (2) classes will result in a warning; three (3) absences will result in being dropped regardless of your grade and standing.
Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator, Room 119, in the Ruby Fuller Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.