History of Psychology: A European Journey (May 9-30,
2005) – Dr. Brian Burke (Psyc 383, Fort Lewis College)
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The best way to understand the famous scientists and thinkers who created clinical and experimental psychology is to see where they lived, breathed, and worked and to understand the context within which their different viewpoints took shape. This exciting, hands-on course was only offered one time and immersed students in the history of psychology through a visit to Europe – the place where psychology originated – in the hopes of fostering a deep appreciation for the roots of this fascinating field.
Students explored the vast beauty and rich cultural heritage of modern-day Europe, while meeting other students from around the globe. Psychology-related sites included Freud’s museums (London and Vienna), Paris’ brain-in-a-jar, Jung’s and Piaget’s institutes in Switzerland, and Germany’s varied History of Psychology artifacts (such as an original phrenology teaching skull and other intriguing instruments). Other breath-taking sites included the majestic Prague Castle (near Freud’s birthplace), the art meccas of Paris, the world-class theatre of London, and the vibrant city of Amsterdam.