PSYCH 387

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Introduction to Primate Behavior

Psychology College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Overview of primate behavior; the role of parental care on developmental outcome, functional neurobiology, and psychopathology.

When Taught

Winter

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3

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3

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3

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0

Title

1. The diversity of primate species and environments

Learning Outcome

Students will recognize the diversity of primate species and environments, and examine representative species in detail. Measurement: In-class quizzes and exams on the assigned reading.

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2. Specific aspects of primate behavior

Learning Outcome

Students will examine specific aspects of behavior, including emotion, cognition, language, parental care, sociality, functional neurobiology, and psychopathology. Measurement: In-class quizzes and exams on the assigned reading.

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3. Compare and contrast non-human and human primates

Learning Outcome

Students will compare and contrast nonhuman-primate and human behavior and environments, and consider the implications for personal beliefs about human behavior. Measurement: Literature review on a self-selected topic in multiple drafts with peer-, Writing Center-, and instructor-review.