House Bill 2504 Spring 2022 PSYC-2301-1C - General Psychology Syllabus


Spring 2022 Course Syllabus Course: PSYC-2301- Section: 1C General Psychology

Instructor Information

Instructor

Sonya Briscoe

E-mail

briscoesy@lamarpa.edu

Phone

(409) 984-6330

Office

Location:	Educational I - Room: 133
Hours:	See me directly after class (if possible) or Please communicate through correctional facility education department.

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.

Course Information

Description

General Psychology is a survey of the major psychological topics, theories and approaches to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.

Prerequisites

Must be competent reader

Learning Outcomes

1. Compare and contrast the basic theoretical perspectives of psychology. (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 psychology.(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 psychology.(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 psychology.(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

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.
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.

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 oneï¿½s own culture in relation to others.

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

Lecture Topics
Outline

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (Subject to change with notice)

Week 1 (Jan 17-23)
Reading: Course Introduction and Syllabus Review
Ch 1-Introduction and Research Methods

Week 2 (Jan 24-30)
Reading: Ch 2-Research in Psychology
Ch 3-Biological Aspect of Psychology

Week 3 (Jan 31 -Feb 6)
Reading: Ch 4-Sensation
EXAM 1 & 1b (Ch 1-4)

Week 4 (Feb 7-13)
Reading: Ch 5-Perception
Ch 6-Learning

Week 5 (Feb 14-20)
Reading: Ch 7-Memory
Begin Prep for Midterm Project

Week 6 (Feb 27- Mar 6)
Reading: Ch8-Cognition and Language
EXAM 2 & 2b – (Ch 4-8)

Week 7 (Mar 7-13)
Reading: Ch9-Conciousness

Week 8 (Mar 14-20)
MidTerm Project Due

Week 9 (Mar 21 -27)
Reading: Ch10-Cognitive Abilities
Ch11-Motivation and Emotion

Week 10 (Mar 28 – Apr 3)
Reading: Ch12-Human Development
EXAM 3 (Ch 9-12)

Week 11 (Apr 4 - 10)
Reading: Ch17-Social Cognition (** Intentionally Out of Order)
Reading: Ch18 -Social Influence (** Intentionally Out of Order)

Week 12 (Apr 11-17)
Reading: Ch13-Health, Stress, and Coping
Ch14-Personality

Week 13 (Apr 18-24)
Reading: Ch15-Psychological Disorders
Ch16-Treatment of Psychological Disorders

Week 14 (Apr 25- May 1)
Reading: Ch 19 & 20 – SEE CHAPTER HANDOUTS!!
EXAM 4 (13-20)

Week 15 (May 5)
Final Research Project Due - (CORE Assignment)

COURSE ENDS

Be sure to stay of track and have ALL assignments completed and ready to submit in a timely manner.

** IF WE ARE STILL NOT ABLE TO MEET FACE-TO-FACE,

There may be assignment pick ups at various points in the term – however, I am only asking for a Midterm & End of Course pickup.

However, with the uncertainties of COVID, there may only be a single packet collected at the end – that’s ok too.

MAKE SURE ALL WORK IS IN OUR PACKET AND READY TO SUBMIT ON MAY 6TH !

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.

Major Assignments
Schedule

Final Exam Date

May 5, 2022 - 12:30 PM Through May 5, 2022 - 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 @ 150pts = 600 (60%)
MidTerm Project: 200 (20%)
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.

Course Policies

Instructor Policies

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.

•    You are responsible for all materials (including textbooks, computer, and the technology) required for coursework.
•    Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.
•    No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.
•    Silence your cell phones for the duration of class.
•    Electronic devices - (cell phones, laptops, the internet) may be used only as part of classroom activities.
•    Unrelated use of electronic devices (talking/texting/scrolling/social media) during class is a distraction for you, your classmates and your instructor. Having to address such wastes valuable time. Problematic behavior may result in you being asked to exit the classroom.
•    Respectful behavior: Be respectful of instructors, fellow students and the academic environment. Instructors have NO obligation to tolerate disruptive behaviors of any kind. This includes excessive/disruptive talking. Problematic behavior may result in you being asked to exit the classroom and/or dismissal from the course.
•    Sleeping in class: Please be aware that attendance requires not just your presence but your attention. If you sleep in class you will be asked to leave and counted absent for the day. NOTE: In accordance with the attendance policy, five (5) absences can result in administrative removal from the course.

•    Please be mindful of students with disabilities: Some may be visible and others may not. Most of us are extremely considerate of disabilities we recognize, but less aware and thus less sensitive to those we cannot see. Invisible disabilities may include such conditions as (ADHD, asthmas, allergies, chronic pain, hearing impairments, migraines, seizures, vision impairments, and many more). Something as simple as body sprays and fragrances may affect/trigger asthma or migraines. Lighting or excessive noise can become problems for those with hearing disorders or epilepsy. Let us all keep these things in mind, and BE CONSIDERATE OF THE NEEDS OF THOSE AROUND US.

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.

Academic Honesty

Facility Policies

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.
Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.
Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

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.

Other

I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must see me after class in person or contact me through the correctional education department. .

HB 2504

This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.

Department

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Inmate Instruction
Chair:	Dr. Michelle Davis
E-mail:	davisml1@lamarpa.edu
Phone:	(409) 984-6341