Module Code: |
H7MCPSY |
Long Title
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Multicultural Psychology
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Title
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Multicultural Psychology
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Module Level: |
LEVEL 7 |
EQF Level: |
6 |
EHEA Level: |
First Cycle |
Module Coordinator: |
Caoimhe Hannigan |
Module Author: |
Amanda Kracen |
Departments: |
School of Business
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Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
Lecturer with PhD or PsyD in Psychology or related cognate discipline; relevant academic and/or professional experience in cultural issues and managing discussion of sensitive topics is recommended.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate knowledge of the psychological factors that influence cultural identity, harm, and well-being at the individual, community, and societal level. |
LO2 |
Evaluate key theories and models in the field of multicultural psychology. |
LO3 |
Apply current research findings to evaluate disparities and inequities, as well as to foster increased social justice and equity. |
LO4 |
Articulate a critical awareness of personal cultural assumptions, beliefs, biases, and values and how these factors shape thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. |
LO5 |
Critically evaluate multicultural psychology issues in contemporary society (e.g., preponderance of research from WEIRD countries, racism in Irish society, gender inequities in the workplace; fat phobia in healthcare). |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Entry requirements |
There are no additional entry requirements for this module. The programme entry requirements apply.
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Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
Below is a list of indicative topics.
Introduction to Multicultural Psychology
Theoretical Foundations (e.g., Ecological Model, Social Learning Theory, Schema Theory, Socialization and Social Identities, Theory of Multicultural Counselling and Therapy, Multicultural Orientation framework)
Cultural Similarities and Differences in Worldviews
Multicultural Issues in Ireland
Cultural Identity Development and White Identity
Intersectionality
Privilege, Power, Dominance and Oppression
Explicit and Implicit Bias and Microaggressions
Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility
Allyship and Social Justice
Focused Topics on Socially Excluded Groups (e.g., race, ethnicity, immigration status, language, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, body size, class status, education, religious orientation)
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Coursework | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
Coursework |
Assessment Type: |
Continuous Assessment |
% of total: |
100 |
Assessment Date: |
Sem 2 End |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3,4,5 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: Students will complete a reflective learning journal to consolidate and demonstrate their learning. |
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No End of Module Assessment |
Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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Reassessment Description If a student fails the module overall, they must repeat the Reflective Learning Journal to adequately demonstrate their learning.
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NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours |
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
Classroom and demonstrations |
12 |
Per Semester |
1.00 |
Independent Learning |
Independent learning |
113 |
Per Semester |
9.42 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.00 |
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources |
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Nagayama Hall, G.C. (2022), Multicultural Psychology, 4th ed. Routledge, https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003185420.
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Mio, S. , Barker, L. , Domenech Rodriguez, M., & Gonzalez, J. (2019), Multicultural psychology: Understanding our diverse communities, 5th ed. Oxford University Press, Oxford.
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Pedrotti, J. T., & Isom, D. A. (2020), Multicultural psychology: Self, society, and social change, Sage, Thousand Oaks, CA.
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Sue, D.W., Sue, D., Neville., H. A. & Smith, L. (2019), Counseling the culturally diverse: Theory and practice, 8th ed, John Wiley & Sons, Inc, NY.
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American Psychological Association, APA
Task Force on Race and Ethnicity
Guidelines in Psychology. (2019), Race and Ethnicity Guidelines in
Psychology: Promoting Responsiveness and
Equity,
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Crenshaw K. (1991), Mapping the margins: Intersectionality,
identity politics, and violence against
Women of Color,
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Davis, D. E., DeBlaere, C., Owen, J.,
Hook, J. et al. The multicultural orientation framework:
A narrative review, Psychotherapy,
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Hamilton, H. & DeHart, T. Cheers to equality! Both hostile and
benevolent sexism predict increases in
college women's alcohol consumption,
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McIntosh, P. White privilege: Unpacking the invisible
knapsack. Peace and Freedom,
July/August, 10–12, Women’s International League for Peace
and Freedom.
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McGinnity, F., Grotti, R., Russell, H,
& Fahey, E. (2018), Attitudes to Diversity in Ireland.
Dublin: ESRI and the Irish Human Rights
and Equality Commission.,
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Miller, M., Keum, B., Thai, C., Lu, Y.,
et al. (2018), Practice recommendations for addressing
racism: A content analysis of the
counseling psychology literature, Journal of Counseling Psychology,
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Nixon, S.A. (2019), The coin model of privilege and critical
allyship: Implications for health,
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Paleari, F. G., Brambilla, M., &
Fincham, F. D. (2019), When prejudice against you hurts others
and me: The case of ageism at work, Journal of Applied Social Psychology.
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Wong-Padoongpatt, G., Zane, N., Okazaki,
S., & Saw, A. (2017), Decreases in implicit self-esteem
explain the racial impact of
microaggressions among Asian Americans, Journal of Counseling Psychology,
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Blaylock, D. Stevenson, C., O'Donnell,
A. Reicher, A. et al. (2021), From I to we: Participants’ accounts of
the development and impact of shared
identity at large-scale displays of
Irish national identity, Irish Political Studies, 36, p.92108,
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