Terry S. Goodrick

Jack G. Paden Professor of Psychology

Office:

Harbert 312

Contact Information:

Box 549037
Birmingham-Southern College
900 Arkadelphia Rd
Birmingham, AL 35254
Office Phone: (205) 226-7746
Office Fax: (205) 226-4847
E-mail: tgoodric@bsc.edu

Brief Career Background:

1995-present, Associate Professor. Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Birmingham-Southern College.
1989-1995, Assistant Professor. Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Birmingham-Southern College.
1984-1989, Associate Editor. University Publications. The Ohio State University.
1983-1984, Research Assistant. Charles E. Merrill Publishing Co., Columbus, OH.
1980-1983, Graduate Teaching Associate. Department of Psychology, The Ohio State University.
1978-1979, Graduate Teaching Associate. Department of English, The Ohio State University.
1982-1983, Assistant Editor. Random House Publishing Co., New York, NY. (free lance.)
1977-1978, Research Assistant. Department of Psychology, Children's Hospital. Columbus, OH.

Educational Background:

Ph.D. (1986) The Ohio State University
M.A. (1978) The Ohio State University
(B.A.) 1976 Earlham College

Areas of Academic Interest:

Cognitive Development
Creativity
Cross-Cultural Psychology
Neuroscience

Courses Taught:

PY 101 Introduction to Psychology (1)
An introduction to the research, theory, and methods of psychological science.

PY 225 Creativity: Person, Process, Place (1)
A seminar that reviews and critiques current psychological theory and research on the creative process in all fields. Students are given the chance to reflect on their own creative process as well as that of specific scientists and artists in the area. Topics include creative problem solving, cognitive and behavioral traits of creative individuals, the development of creativity in childhood, innovation and creativity in the workplace, and social and physical contexts conducive to creativity. Also listed as HON 225, this course may be counted by Honors Program students toward fulfillment of their course requirements.

PY 230 Cross-Cultural Psychology (1)
A survey of the research areas and methodological issues specific to cross-cultural psychology. A discussion of research on cultural influences on cognition and perception; child-rearing practices and development; motivation, emotion, and aggression; and sex-roles follows an extensive analysis of the components of culture. Sociocultural influences on health behavior, work behavior, and leadership style are also discussed (a Leadership Studies designated course; an IC designated course)

PY 312 Biological Psychology (1)
A study of the biological bases of behavior. Includes the study of brain and neural anatomy, communication between neurons, and the function of major brain areas. The rest of the course will build on this knowledge to study the effects on various behaviors including vision, movement, learning, memory, sexual behavior, lateralization of function, drug-taking behavior, and psychopathology. Prerequisite: PY 101.

PY 324 Developmental Psychology (1)
An overview of the theoretical approaches and research methods in developmental psychology with an emphasis on the hereditary and environmental influences on physical, social, cognitive, and personality development in childhood and adolescence. Prerequisite: PY101.

PY 410 Senior Seminar: History and Systems of Psychology (1)
A study of the philosophical foundations and historical development of the major theories and research areas of psychology. Classic studies in psychology, as well as the lives of major figures in the field, are also discussed. Prerequisite: senior psychology major standing. Spring.

PY 450 Senior Seminar: Advanced Topics in Psychology (1)
An in-depth exploration of contemporary research on selected topics. Topics vary according to the instructor’s interests. Prerequisites: PY 101, PY 204, PY 304, senior standing psychology or biology-psychology major, and consent.