PSYC 342 - Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation

Credit(s): 3

CONSPIRACY THEORIES
Component: Lecture
Why do people believe in conspiracy theories, hold on to misinformed beliefs even in the face of mounting evidence to the contrary, and/or spread conspiracy theories that may have little basis in fact? Who is most vulnerable to these various forms of misinformation? What are the normative and political consequences of misperceptions (if any)? This course explores the political and psychological approaches to the study of the causes, consequences, and tenacity of conspiracy beliefs and misinformation.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

Crosslisted: Crosslisted with POSC 342.

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE1C: Engage in Constructive Ideation GE2A: Communicate Effectively in Writing GE5A: Reason Quantitatively GE5C: Reason Scientifically