Jorge L. Pierce

Adjunct Faculty

Psychological Science

480-472-3187

Classes Taught

Spring 2024

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27510
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024
MoWe
4:25 PM - 5:40 PM

Class Started

Spring Flex Start 2024

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28310

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28310 Students may contact instructor at: jorge.pierce@mesacc.edu

Summer 2024

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14958
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
05/28/2024 - 06/27/2024
MoTuWeTh
9:10 AM - 11:10 AM

Open

1 of 20
Seats Available

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15044
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
05/28/2024 - 06/27/2024
MoTuWeTh
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM

Open

9 of 20
Seats Available

Fall 2024

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14162
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024
MoWe
4:25 PM - 5:40 PM

Open

19 of 20
Seats Available

14163
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024
TuTh
4:25 PM - 5:40 PM

Open

19 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Class 14163 Students may contact instructor at: jorge.pierce@mesacc.edu

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