Theories of Personality
A psychology course at Arizona Christian University.
Course Description
This course considers various theories of personality including trait theories and developmental influences, with an emphasis on current research. Students will have the opportunity to examine the intersection of the personality and spirituality.
Taught By
Offered 2026-2027: Fall Traditional · 2026-2027: Fall 2 · 2026-2027: Spring Traditional.
John Hinson, M.A.
Assistant Professor
2026-2027: Fall Traditional · 2026-2027: Spring Traditional
Zachary Sweat
2026-2027: Fall 2
Prerequisites
- None
Corequisites
- None
Learning Outcomes
Engage the Course Material
Build a working understanding of theories of personality as the course's central subject.
Apply Discipline Methods
Use the methods, vocabulary, and frameworks of the discipline to address course problems.
Connect Course Content
Connect this course's content to broader work in the discipline and related fields.
Demonstrate Course Competencies
Demonstrate the specific competencies the course is designed to develop.
Biblical Worldview Connection
A Biblical Worldview treats the natural and human sciences as careful study of what God has made — meaning rigor and reverence go together rather than against each other.
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