multicultural Psychology

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✅ The official course syllabus

✅ The course calendar

✅ How to get help and communication

✅ Technical requirements

✅ Assignment types and grading

✅ Course Policies

✅ How to start the course

Welcome to Multicultural Psychology

This is a completely ONLINE course with no required meetings.

Next offering: Spring 2026 (Section 3664)

About the Professor

what's this class about?

In this course, we will explore the rich tapestry of human diversity and its profound impact on the field of psychology. Delve into the intersections of culture, ethnicity, race, gender, and other social identities as we examine their influence on individual and group behavior. Gain valuable insights into the ways cultural backgrounds shape our beliefs, values, and perceptions of the world. Together, we will foster cultural competence and sensitivity, promoting a deeper understanding of the diverse human experiences. Join us on this transformative journey to become more inclusive and compassionate psychologists, ready to embrace the global richness that surrounds us.

Syllabus (PDF)

Screenreader version

Course Calendar

APA Tutorial

🆓 free Textbook

Required

Ounjian, J. (2023). Multicultural psychology. LibreTexts. CC BY-SA 4.0.

The required text is provided free of charge. It is embedded below and available inside Canvas.

Recommended/Supplemental

Balls-Organista, P., Marin, G., and Chun, K. (2018). Multicultural Psychology (2nd ed.). Roman & Littlefield.

Assignment Types

Video and Lecture Quizzes

PlayPosit Lectures, EdPuzzles, and Quizzes

PlayPosit is the tool used for interactive lectures. You will need to watch, listen, and participate in pre-recorded lectures.
Quizzes may be used and can cover any material in the text.
EdPuzzle is a video based system with embedded quiz questions

DiscussionS

Canvas Discussion Board Format: 2 Reply Discussion

Reply and Question

Your REPLY or POST is your first submission on the discussion board. It will be your original response to the prompt or question asked.

For every REPLY, you will end by including an open-ended question about the topic covered in the chapter or module for the class.

Response

The RESPOND to OTHERS requirement is when you read one of your classmates' REPLIES/POST and answer the question they included.
The answer must be more than "yes, no, I agree" to earn credit.