Last offered Fall 2007
One aspect of "being human" is that we often make choices that we know are bad for us. In this course we survey theoretical and experimental approaches to understanding our strengths and weaknesses as decision makers. Topics include normative decision theories, biases in probability judgments, "fast and frugal" heuristics, impulsiveness and self-control, addictions and bad habits, gambling, and moral decision making.
Class Format: seminar, with scheduled lab
Requirements/Evaluation: lab attendance, an empirical research project, a written report of the research project, short essays, and class participation
Additional Info:
Prerequisites: Psychology 221 or 222 or permission of instructor; permission is typically given to students who have successfully completed Economics 110
Enrollment Preference: senior Psychology majors who need the course to fulfill the major
Department Notes:
Material and Lab Fees:
Distribution Notes:
Divisional Attributes: Division II
Other Attributes: COGS Interdepartmental Electives, PHLH Decision-Making by Institutns and Individuals,PSYC Area 2 - Cognitive Psychology
Enrollment Limit: 19
Expected Enrollment: 15
| CLASSES | ATTR | INSTRUCTORS | TIMES |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC326 LEC Choice and Decision-Making |  |
Kris N. Kirby |