This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of the mind and behavior. It covers the major topics in psychology, including cognitive processes, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social behavior, and psychopathology. Students will gain an understanding of the research methods used in psychology
The University of Alberta is a public research university located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It was founded in 1908 by Alexander Cameron Rutherford, the first premier of Alberta, and Henry Marshall Tory, the university's first president. It was enabled through the Post-secondary Learning Act. The university is considered a "comprehensive academic and research university" (CARU), which means that it offers a range of academic and professional programs that generally lead to undergraduate and graduate level credentials.