Introduction to Psychology
The
purpose of the class is to introduce students to the many
sub-disciplines that make up the field of psychology, with a particular
emphasis on the study of human thought and behavior. In this course, you
will be exposed to psychological theories and research on a wide
variety of topics including behavior, cognitive processes, human
development, and personality. You will also learn about the application
of psychological principles and research to real-world problems such as
measuring personality and treating mental illness.
Course goals include:
Introduction to the broad range of topics examined by psychology researchers.
Describe and analyze behavior and mental processes
Methods of psychological research and issues
Theories psychologists have developed to explain psychological findings
Better understanding of yourself and of the behavior of others
01/22 - Final Exams for Periods 1 and 3
01/23 - Final Exam for Period 2
Behavior Modification Project Schedule (2014-15)
TBA - Begin Recording Data Week #1
TBA - End Recording Data Week #1
TBA - Begin Recording Data Week #2
TBA - Due - Weekly Report #1
TBA - End Recording Data Week #2
TBA - Begin Recording Data Week #3
TBA - Due - Weekly Report #2
TBA - End Recording Data Week #3
TBA - Begin Recording Data Week #4
TBA - Due - Weekly Report #3
TBA - End Recording Data Week #4
TBA - Due - Weekly Report #4
TBA - Due - Final Product
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1) Click on "Document Manager" (left toolbar)
2) Click on "My Files"
3) Click on desired assignment