Fall 2025 Psychology UN1495 section 001

Research Methods: Data Science, Justice,

Research Methods: Data Sc

Call Number 15702
Day & Time
Location
M 2:10pm-4:00pm
To be announced
Points 4
Grading Mode Standard
Approvals Required None
Instructor Benjamin Silver
Type LECTURE
Method of Instruction In-Person
Course Description

The course will provide the rigorous data science training and core content knowledge students need to use data science to effect policy changes that promote a more just society. The course will leverage the academic expertise of psychologists, lawyers and data scientists, the perspectives and experiences of community members and students affiliated with the Center for Justice, and policymakers from government agencies and community organizations. The focus will be on collaborating with community and government organizations to propose data-informed solutions that center on those most impacted by failures of the justice system. Students will learn how to promote a more just society through combining data, disciplinary knowledge, and fine-grained, and on-the-ground experience. They will learn how to approach policy relevant data with an explicit justice mindset such that they consider the implications of specific policies for achieving a more just, racially equitable outcome.

Web Site Vergil
Department Psychology
Enrollment 0 students (15 max) as of 5:05PM Saturday, June 7, 2025
Subject Psychology
Number UN1495
Section 001
Division Interfaculty
Open To Schools of the Arts, Columbia College, Engineering:Undergraduate, Global Programs, General Studies, Professional Studies
Fee $75 Psychology Course
Note MUST ALSO REGISTER FOR UN1496
Section key 20253PSYC1495W001