Fall 2021 Course Syllabus
Course: PSYC-2301- Section: 6C General Psychology |
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Instructor | Sonya Briscoe | ||||||||||
briscoesy@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6330 | ||||||||||
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COVID 19 Information | The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website. | ||||||||||
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Description | General Psychology is a survey of the major psychological topics, theories and approaches to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. | ||||||||||
Prerequisites | Competency in reading. | ||||||||||
Learning Outcomes |
1. Compare and contrast the basic theoretical perspectives of sociology. (PSLO 1,2,& 5) Measured by embedded test questions, video assignment, group discussion, and/or research project rubric 2. Identify the various methodological approaches to the collection and analysis of data in sociology.(PSLO 1, 2, 5, Alpha) Measured by test, video assignment, group discussion, and/or research/proposal project rubric; pre-test/post-test 3. Describe key concepts in sociology.(PSLO 1,2,3,5,alpha) Measured by Measured by test, video assignment, group discussion, and/or research/proposal project rubric; pre-test/post-test 4. Describe the empirical findings of various subfields of sociology.(PSLO 1, 2,3,5, alpha) Measured by Measured by embedded test questions, video assignment, group discussion, and/or research project rubric; pre-test/post-test 5. Explain the complex links between individual experiences and broader institutional forces.(PSLO 1,2,5, Alpha) Measured by Measured by test , video assignment, group discussion, and/or research/proposal project rubric; pre-test/post-test |
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Core Objectives |
Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making. |
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Program Student Learning Outcomes |
PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions. Identifies mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; uses mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; analyzes how to use the principles; and applies problem-solving skills in mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task with correct informed conclusions. PSLO 5: Social Responsibility Skills - Expresses intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities. Identifies cultural characteristics (including beliefs, values, perspectives and/or practices); demonstrates knowledge of civic responsibility; provides evidence of experience in civic- engagement activities; and describes what she/ he has learned as it relates to a reinforced and clarified sense of civic identity in local, regional, national, or global communities; and shows awareness of one�s own culture in relation to others. |
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Textbooks |
Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.
Psychology (9th ed.), Bernstein, D. A., Penner, L. A., Clarke-Stewart, A., Roy, E. J. Cengage Learning. ISBN-13: 978-1-111-30155-2 / ISBN-10: 1-111-30155-7 |
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Lecture Topics Outline |
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (Subject to change with notice) Week 1 (Aug 23-29) Reading: Course Introduction and Syllabus Review Ch 1-Introduction and Research Methods Week 2 (Aug 30 - Sept 5) Reading: Ch 2-Research in Psychology Ch 3-Biological Aspect of Psychology Week 3 (Sept 6 -12) Reading: Ch 4-Sensation EXAM 1 & 1b (Ch 1-4) Week 4 (Sept 13-19) Reading: Ch 5-Perception Ch 6-Learning Week 5 (Sept 20-26) Reading: Ch 7-Memory Begin Prep for Midterm Project Week 6 (Sept 27-Oct 3) Reading: Ch8-Cognition and Language EXAM 2 & 2b – (Ch 4-8) Week 7 (Oct 4-10) Reading: Ch9-Conciousness MidTerm Project - Presentation Night Psychology Active Learning Discussion & Poster #1 - (Oct 5) Week 8 (Oct 11-17) Reading: Ch10-Cognitive Abilities Ch11-Motivation and Emotion Discussion #2 Due (Oct 12) Week 9 (Oct 18-24) Reply D2 – Due Tues (Oct 19) Reading: Ch12-Human Development Week 10 (Oct 25- 31) Reading: Ch17-Social Cognition (** Intentionally Out of Order) Reading: Ch18 -Social Influence (** Intentionally Out of Order) EXAM 3 (Ch 9-12 – Mon, Oct 26) Week 11 (Nov 1-7) Reading: Ch13-Health, Stress, and Coping Ch14-Personality Week 12 (Nov 8-14) Reading: Ch15-Psychological Disorders Ch16-Treatment of Psychological Disorders DB#3 (Nov 9) Week 13 (Nov 15-21) Final Project Prep - In Class work session (CORE Assignment) Week 14 (Nov 22-28) Final Project Presentations - Psychology Active Learning Discussion & Poster #3 Week 15 (Nov 29-Dec 5) Final Project Presentations - Psychology Active Learning Discussion & Poster #3 Week 16 (Dec 6-12) EXAM 4 (Ch 13-18 – Tue Dec 7) NOTE: Because the syllabus fully outlines the expectations and schedule for this term, there should be very little reason for needing to schedule makeup exams or assignments. Please do not wait until the last minute to complete the work that is due. Be mindful that the vast majority of your assignments will be electronically submitted, so be aware and always consider the possibility of technical difficulties. |
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Major Assignments Schedule |
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (Subject to change with notice) Week 1 (Aug 23-29) Reading: Course Introduction and Syllabus Review Ch 1-Introduction and Research Methods Week 2 (Aug 30 - Sept 5) Reading: Ch 2-Research in Psychology Ch 3-Biological Aspect of Psychology Week 3 (Sept 6 -12) Reading: Ch 4-Sensation EXAM 1 & 1b (Ch 1-4) Week 4 (Sept 13-19) Reading: Ch 5-Perception Ch 6-Learning Week 5 (Sept 20-26) Reading: Ch 7-Memory Begin Prep for Midterm Project Week 6 (Sept 27-Oct 3) Reading: Ch8-Cognition and Language EXAM 2 & 2b – (Ch 4-8) Week 7 (Oct 4-10) Reading: Ch9-Conciousness MidTerm Project - Presentation Night Psychology Active Learning Discussion & Poster #1 - (Oct 5) Week 8 (Oct 11-17) Reading: Ch10-Cognitive Abilities Ch11-Motivation and Emotion Discussion #2 Due (Oct 12) Week 9 (Oct 18-24) Reply D2 – Due Tues (Oct 19) Reading: Ch12-Human Development Week 10 (Oct 25- 31) Reading: Ch17-Social Cognition (** Intentionally Out of Order) Reading: Ch18 -Social Influence (** Intentionally Out of Order) EXAM 3 (Ch 9-12 – Mon, Oct 26) Week 11 (Nov 1-7) Reading: Ch13-Health, Stress, and Coping Ch14-Personality Week 12 (Nov 8-14) Reading: Ch15-Psychological Disorders Ch16-Treatment of Psychological Disorders DB#3 (Nov 9) Week 13 (Nov 15-21) Final Project Prep - In Class work session (CORE Assignment) Week 14 (Nov 22-28) Final Project Presentations - Psychology Active Learning Discussion & Poster #3 Week 15 (Nov 29-Dec 5) Final Project Presentations - Psychology Active Learning Discussion & Poster #3 Week 16 (Dec 6-12) EXAM 4 (Ch 13-18 – Tue Dec 7) NOTE: Because the syllabus fully outlines the expectations and schedule for this term, there should be very little reason for needing to schedule makeup exams or assignments. Please do not wait until the last minute to complete the work that is due. Be mindful that the vast majority of your assignments will be electronically submitted, so be aware and always consider the possibility of technical difficulties. |
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Final Exam Date | December 7, 2021 - 12:30 PM Through December 7, 2021 - 3:30 PM | ||||||||||
Grading Scale | 900 - 1000 = A 800 - 890 = B 700 - 790 = C 600 - 690 = D 590 – below = F | ||||||||||
Determination of Final Grade |
The final course grade will be based on total points accumulated from Exams, psychology active learning posters, discussions and presentation, final project/CORE assignment. Exams: 4 @ 100pts = 400 (40%) Psychology Active Learning Discussions: 3 @ 100 = 300 (30%) MidTerm Project: 100 (10%) Final Project/Core Assignment: 200 (20%) Total Possible Points - 1000 NOTE: Class Participation can affect your grade. Exams and discussions will include material discussed during in-class lectures. An objective multiple-choice and true/false format will be used on all exams. There will be essay questions on all exams. Extra Credit: There extra credit opportunities on each exam – take advantage of them. No individual extra credit will be offered. |
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Course Policies | |||||||||||
Instructor Policies |
If you have any questions and/or concerns, please make me aware of them. If you need to speak to me in person, please see me after class or make an appointment for longer conversations. Such appointments will be immediately following class on Tuesday or Thursday (try to present two possible days to select from in case of scheduling conflicts). Don’t wait until you have fallen far behind to seek help. I want you to succeed, I am here to assist you in your academic success. |
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Attendance Policy |
Absences, Tardiness, and Make-ups: Attendance and punctuality are expected. Your preparation, and participation are expected. The privilege of making up an assignment (including exams) should not be assumed. If possible, make arrangements in advance, for known scheduling problems/conflict. If you miss an exam or assignment because of an excused absence that was not prearranged, speak to the instructor as soon as possible regarding the missed work. NOTE: The Registrar’s Office has made all faculty very aware of new stipulations: If you are absent as few as two (2) times you can be dropped from course. Please attend regularly and punctually to prevent this. |
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Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||||
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Important Information | |||||||||||
ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||||
MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLSCPA. | ||||||||||
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Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. You should have a good understanding of the word and considerations of PLAGIARISM. Punishment for such can range from receiving a zero on an assignment to school expulsion. Again, see LSC-PA policies. Please Note: If plagiarism is discovered at any point in the course, all previously graded work will be subject to reexamination/regarding. Your course average will be adjusted accordingly. Again, I stress, all plagiarism results in the grade of ZERO and you can be removed from the course. |
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HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||||
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