Summer Sessions 2019 Course Syllabus Course: PSYC-2301- Section: 01 General Psychology

Instructor Information
Instructor	Eric Hernandez
E-mail	hernandezea@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6341
Office	Location: Education Annex - Room: 133 Hours: M 5:00PM - 6:00 PM & W 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341
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	None
Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills - Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. PSLO 2: Communication Skills - Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. PSLO 3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills - Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in 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.
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.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Textbooks	Good news: your textbook for this class is available for free online! If you prefer, you can also get a print version at a very low cost. Your book is available in web view and PDF for free. You can also choose to purchase on iBooks or get a print version via the campus bookstore or from OpenStax on Amazon.com. You can use whichever formats you want. Web view is recommended --the responsive design works seamlessly on any device. If you buy on Amazon, make sure you use the link on your book page on openstax.org so you get the official OpenStax print version. (Simple printouts sold by third parties on Amazon are not verifiable and not as high-quality.) Psychology from OpenStax, ISBN 1938168356, www.openstax.org/details/psychology
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1: Introduction, Research Methods Week 2: Biopsychology, Exam 1, States of Consciousness Week 3: Learning, Memory, Intelligence. Exam 2 Week 4: Development, Personality, Social Psychology Week 5: Exam 3, Stress, Psychological Disorders Week 6: Therapy& Treatment, Final Exam
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1: Psychological variables assignment Week 2: Biopsychology, Quiz Exam 1, Sensation & Perception Assignment Week 3: Memory Quiz, Exam 2 Week 4: APP Assignment (Applied Psychology Presentation) Week 5: Exam 3, I-O Assignment, Psychological Disorders Quiz Week 6: Final Exam
Final Exam Date	August 14, 2019 - 6:00 PM   Through  August 14, 2019 - 9:00 PM
Grading Scale	Based on Total Points 895 - 1000 = A 795 - 894 = B 695 - 794 = C 595 - 694 = D < 595 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Exams = 480 points APP Assignment= 160 points Homework= 120 points Quizzes = 120 points Attendance/Participation = 120 points
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Late Work Policy: Late work will NOT be accepted with the only exception being documented emergencies. If such emergency occurs, contact the instructor immediately and be prepared to provide proof of the emergency. Otherwise, complete all assignments within the unit time frame or on the required due date. Plagiarism is not tolerated. Minimum failure of the assignment for a first offense. Future offenses result in a grade of F for the course. Extra Credit I will NOT offer individual extra credit. However, throughout the semester I may offer various opportunities to the entire class that are optional but highly recommended. The instructor reserves the right to modify the syllabus
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. The more classes you attend, the more likely it will be for you to experience success in learning. I strongly recommend regular attendance. If you miss a class, get the notes on what you missed in your absence from another student. Some material covered in class may not be in the textbook and may be covered by the exams. Attendance will help you succeed in this course. I do not drop you from the class if you quit coming. It is your responsibility to drop the class if feel it is necessary.
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.
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.
MyLamarPA	Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA 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 MyLamarPA.
Other	Note to students I would really like to speak with you if you have any questions or concerns! It's better to meet early in the course, than to wait until you have a major challenge. No question or concern is too small to discuss together. Most importantly, be assured that I want students to learn and receive the grade they deserve.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.