Syllabus (Sample)
Bulacan State University City of Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines 3000 College of Social Science and Philosophy
Department of Psychology
College: CSSP Department: Psychology
Course Code : PsyAth 235
Pre-requisite : Social Psychology
Class days & time : Monday to Saturday (nighttime)
Faculty : Ms. Josefina C. Ochoa 0933-425-0773/0926-343-8294 josefina_ochoa2003@yahoo.com Consultation hours: Thursdays 2pm-5pm
Course Title : Psychology of Atheism
Course Description This course PsyAth 235 - Psychology of Atheism analyzes the intriguing question of whether God exists. Atheism is defined as disbelief in God. The psychology of atheism tries to understand the factors that lead to disbelief in God. Opinions vary over whether belief in God is only wishful thinking or there really exists a supreme power ruling us.
Course Credit : 5 units
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the course, the student is expected to be able to do the following:
Expected Graduate Profile (EGP)
Learning Outcome
Cognitive
Trace the historical imprints of psychology of atheism.
Divulge the reason and factors why an individual stand to disbelief in God.
Know the theories involved.
Analyze individual differences in beliefs.
Affective
Appreciate and understand thoughts, beliefs, and motives of atheist and to help them become a better person in touch of social environment.
Psychomotor
Quest atheist individuals’ for written observation.
Frame up a comparative experiment.
Conduct different kinds of belief examinations.
Extrapolate experiment results based on theories.
Write a concept paper
Other requirements and assessments:
Aside from the final output, the student will be assessed to other times during the term by the following:
Class participation
Reaction papers
Learning activities
Grading System: Quizzes : 10% Major exams : 25% Seatwork/activities :
Department of Psychology
College: CSSP Department: Psychology
Course Code : PsyAth 235
Pre-requisite : Social Psychology
Class days & time : Monday to Saturday (nighttime)
Faculty : Ms. Josefina C. Ochoa 0933-425-0773/0926-343-8294 josefina_ochoa2003@yahoo.com Consultation hours: Thursdays 2pm-5pm
Course Title : Psychology of Atheism
Course Description This course PsyAth 235 - Psychology of Atheism analyzes the intriguing question of whether God exists. Atheism is defined as disbelief in God. The psychology of atheism tries to understand the factors that lead to disbelief in God. Opinions vary over whether belief in God is only wishful thinking or there really exists a supreme power ruling us.
Course Credit : 5 units
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the course, the student is expected to be able to do the following:
Expected Graduate Profile (EGP)
Learning Outcome
Cognitive
Trace the historical imprints of psychology of atheism.
Divulge the reason and factors why an individual stand to disbelief in God.
Know the theories involved.
Analyze individual differences in beliefs.
Affective
Appreciate and understand thoughts, beliefs, and motives of atheist and to help them become a better person in touch of social environment.
Psychomotor
Quest atheist individuals’ for written observation.
Frame up a comparative experiment.
Conduct different kinds of belief examinations.
Extrapolate experiment results based on theories.
Write a concept paper
Other requirements and assessments:
Aside from the final output, the student will be assessed to other times during the term by the following:
Class participation
Reaction papers
Learning activities
Grading System: Quizzes : 10% Major exams : 25% Seatwork/activities :
References: Freud, S. (1927/1961). The future of an illusion. New York: Norton. Graddy, W.E. (1982, June). The uncrossed bridge. New Oxford Review, 23-24. Vitz, P.C. (1983). Sigmund Freud 's attraction to Christianity: Biographical evidence. Psychoanalysis and Contemporary Thought, 6, 73-183.