Throughout this course, you have seen the words global and international frequently. Your course text has used the words interchangeably. Chapter 3 in your course text refers to the growth in psychology around the world. In your work throughout this course, you have explored psychological issues from a global perspective, and you have discovered how psychology is practiced internationally. Despite the many times you have seen the phrase global psychology, there are questions about defining psychology as a global discipline. The assigned article "Global, indigenous, and regional perspectives on international psychology" states that psychology "claims" to be a global discipline. What do you think based on what you have examined so far in this course?
To prepare for this Discussion:
Review Chapter 3 in your course text, paying particular attention to the section titled "Current Global Trends."
Review the article "Global, indigenous, and regional perspectives on international psychology" Focus on the following sections: "International Psychology: A Critique," and "Global Psychology".
Consider the reasons given to support the claim that psychology is a global discipline, and think about the status and future of psychology as a global discipline.
Consider the reasons given to refute the claim that psychology is a global discipline, and think about progress yet to be made toward that goal.
Reflect on the reasons you believe psychology is or is not a global discipline.
With these thoughts in mind:
By Day 5
Post two convincing reasons why psychology is a global discipline. Explain why each reason you stated reflects future progress in establishing psychology as a global discipline. Next, post two of the most convincing reasons that refute the claim that psychology is a global discipline. Explain why each reason reflects a lack of progress or progress yet to be made. Finally, take a position on whether you believe psychology is a global discipline. Justify your position.
Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.
The American Psychological Association provides its ethics code.
Psychology Resources from around the World. (n.d.). Iran - Iranian Organization of Psychology and Counseling Code of Ethics. Retrieved March 27, 2017, from http://ethics.iit.edu/ecodes/sites/default/files/iran-code-eng.pdf
European Federation of Psychologists' Associations. (2008). Ethical principles. Retrieved June 25, 2009, from http://www.efpa.eu/
This is the ethics code of the European Federation of Psychologists' Associations.
Singapore Psychological Society. (2005). Code of professional ethics. Retrieved June 25, 2009, from https://singaporepsychologicalsociety.org/code-of-professional-ethics/
The Singapore Psychological Society provides its ethics code.
To prepare for this Discussion:
Review Chapter 3 in your course text, paying particular attention to the section titled "Current Global Trends."
Review the article "Global, indigenous, and regional perspectives on international psychology" Focus on the following sections: "International Psychology: A Critique," and "Global Psychology".
Consider the reasons given to support the claim that psychology is a global discipline, and think about the status and future of psychology as a global discipline.
Consider the reasons given to refute the claim that psychology is a global discipline, and think about progress yet to be made toward that goal.
Reflect on the reasons you believe psychology is or is not a global discipline.
With these thoughts in mind:
By Day 5
Post two convincing reasons why psychology is a global discipline. Explain why each reason you stated reflects future progress in establishing psychology as a global discipline. Next, post two of the most convincing reasons that refute the claim that psychology is a global discipline. Explain why each reason reflects a lack of progress or progress yet to be made. Finally, take a position on whether you believe psychology is a global discipline. Justify your position.
Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.
The American Psychological Association provides its ethics code.
Psychology Resources from around the World. (n.d.). Iran - Iranian Organization of Psychology and Counseling Code of Ethics. Retrieved March 27, 2017, from http://ethics.iit.edu/ecodes/sites/default/files/iran-code-eng.pdf
European Federation of Psychologists' Associations. (2008). Ethical principles. Retrieved June 25, 2009, from http://www.efpa.eu/
This is the ethics code of the European Federation of Psychologists' Associations.
Singapore Psychological Society. (2005). Code of professional ethics. Retrieved June 25, 2009, from https://singaporepsychologicalsociety.org/code-of-professional-ethics/
The Singapore Psychological Society provides its ethics code.
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