Course prefix and number: Psyc 1813 Course
title: Introduction To Psychology
Credit hours: 3 Lecture
hours: 3 Clinical/Lab
hours: 0
This course consists of a survey of the major
topics in psychology. Students will analyze psychological research; learn about
intelligence, memory and thinking; and know the biological basis of behavior.
Other topics include emotions, perception and sensation, motivation and
wellness and stress. Also, students will learn theories of personality,
heredity, and learning. Students will be introduced to developmental
psychology, social psychology, abnormal psychology (including therapy and
treatment), and states of consciousness.
Prerequisite: Appropriate assessment score.
Faculty: Professor Deborah S. Podwika,
M.A., C.S.M. Webpage: http://www.kcc.edu/faculty/faculty_pages/dpodwika/index.asp
Office Location: L318 Phone:
802.8712 Email: [email protected] Division:
802.8700
Office hours:
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Mon |
Tues |
Wed |
Thurs |
Fri |
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10-11 Office |
11-12:30 Office |
10-11 Office |
11-12:30 Office |
10-11 Office |
Textbook: Exploring Psychology in Modules 6th Edition by Dr.
David Myers (http://www.davidmyers.org)
Psyc 1813 was designed to meet specific student needs
either individually or within a program. Transferability of this course will be
determined by each transfer institution. Please see an academic advisor for an
explanation concerning transfer option. Refer to the IAI web page at www.itransfer.org for more information.
Upon completion of this course, you will
have:
An ability to use technology
in a variety of methods.
An ability to apply psychological concepts to the real world.
An ability to critically evaluate research methods &
their ethics.
An understanding of how one's behavior is influenced by physiology.
An ability to understand how one develops.
An understanding of global differences in behavior and
thinking.
An understanding and ability to critically evaluate various
theories of consciousness.
An understanding of how one learns & can modify behavior.
An understanding of how one remembers & why one forgets.
An understanding various theories of human & animal
intelligence.
An understanding of various theories of motivation. .
An understanding of various theories of emotions.
An understanding of various theories of stress & wellness
to improve your life.
An understanding of various personality theories.
An understanding of the symptoms & possible causes of
various psychological disorders.
An understanding of various therapy methods.
An understanding of how one is influenced by society.
Outcomes will be given for each module. The
outcomes indicate to the student the knowledge which will be evaluated and in
what method it will be evaluated. Evaluations are performed through a VARIETY of methods. SOME
outcomes may be clarified by your instructor through class discussion &
other methods. Others will be SOLELY THE STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY
through a variety of methods. Of course should you have difficulty with ANY particular outcome you may seek
help from many sources (additional readings, films, other students, and your
instructor, etc.) Quizzes/Exams and some activities
will be taken outside of class through Angel.
Quizzes/Exams/Activities:
The Angel
system will be used in this class to complete quizzes, exams, some
activities and to keep track of grades for students. KCC provides more than 700
computers in more than 35 computer labs on campus for those who do not have one
with internet access at home. Quizzes/Exams and some activities will be
completed outside of class through Angel. If you have any concerns about this
please come see me to discuss other alternatives.
Your grade is determined on the percentage of
total points earned throughout the term.
|
Points |
Percentage |
Activity |
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200 |
20% final grade |
Midterm & Final
Exam (100 pts each) |
|
350 |
35% final grade |
Quizzes (7 @ 50pts
each) |
|
330 |
33% final grade |
Activities (In-Class
& Take Home) |
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1000 |
|
Final Total Points |
1. In-Class Activities
can NOT be made up. Use Extra Credit.
2. 1 Make-Up Quiz permitted. This is NOT a redo!
3. Midterm/Final can NOT be made-Up!
4. Asgn due at the beginning of class. 1/2 of the total pts deducted
for each class period late on Take-Home asgns.
900 points (90%) = A
This grade level requires a
student to demonstrate achievement which is of OUTSTANDING
quality relative to the level necessary to meet course required outcomes.
This grade level requires a student
to demonstrate achievement which is of HIGH quality relative
to the level necessary to meet course required outcomes.
This grade level requires a
student to demonstrate achievement which is of SATISFACTORY
quality, meaning one has just meet course required outcomes.
This grade level requires a
student to demonstrate achievement which is BELOW SATISFACTORY
quality, meaning one has NOT met the minimum course required
outcomes.
This grade level requires a
student to FAIL to demonstrate achievement of the minimum
course required outcomes due to either failure 1) work not completed; or 2)
work at a level of achievement not worthy of credit.
You can earn up to 100 PTS. That
is 10% or equal to a exam grade! Extra Credit
opportunities and submission requirements will be provided throughout the
course.
According to the 2007-08
KCC Student Catalog, students are
expected to attend classes regularly. Permission to make up work missed due to
an absence is up to the individual instructor's discretion. The instructor has
the right to record the grade of "F" for the course or reduce a
student's grade if a student has excessive absences AS DEFINED IN THE
INSTRUCTOR'S SYLLABUS! Students missing 2 weeks worth of classes must
come see me BEFORE returning to
class to discuss your class grade. Students missing 3 weeks worth of classes
should WITHDRAW from the course to
avoid failing.
Education = the act or process of imparting or acquiring general
knowledge, developing the powers of reasoning and judgment, and generally of
preparing oneself or others intellectually for mature life. (Dictionary.com)
Education is NOT repeating a definition from the text! I do not know any
employer who will expect this of you! Therefore, I do NOT
evaluate students memorizing definitions from their text. Psychology is about
life and thus it is extremely important for students to be able to critically
think & apply the knowledge of this course to life. It is important for
students to understand concepts and be able to recognize or provide examples of
these concepts in life. This ability will allow you to mature by allowing you
to reason better & thus make much better judgments. As the saying goes,
“If I knew then, what I know now, I would have done better”. I want
you to do better with each page you read in your text, with each class period
you attend, with each activity you complete!
I will evaluate your ability to critically think (handout provided) about the
course concepts. In addition, every course should help students improve their
general skills – writing, technology, oral presentation etc. This course
will provide these opportunities. I will reduce a grade by 10% for excessive
spelling/grammar errors. – more than 5 errors in an assignment - so please do make use of the writing labs
suggested even after you have spell/grammar checked!
When it is necessary to
withdraw from a course or from the college, a student may do so on or before
the withdrawal date stated on the syllabus without receiving a punitive final
grade. Change of Schedule forms (used to add or drop a
course) are available in Student Services and the student should obtain
the required signatures prior to submitting the Change of Schedule form to an
adviser in Student Services. Students may submit Change of Schedule forms
through the mail, but they must be postmarked no later than the withdrawal
date. No withdrawals are allowed by phone. The last date to withdraw with a
grade of “W” is Friday, October 26th.
Students need to adhere to the Code of
Conduct located in the college catalog. With the exception of dangerous
behavior or cheating/plagiarism/copyright violation, I will warn you ONCE, a second violation will result in
withdrawal of the course.
Dangerous behavior will result in an immediate withdrawal of the course.
If a student has been found of cheating/plagiarism/copyright violation they
will receive a grade of ZERO for the
asgn the first time. A second offense will result in
a grade of F for the course.
Tutorial Assistance – The center offers free tutorial services on a
walk-in basis to support students enrolled at KCC in a wide range of college
courses and individual skill development activities. The
Learning Laboratory – The Learning Lab, located in Room L329, uses
instructional technology to provide individualized learning for students
enrolled at KCC. In the lab, students can review and practice math, writing,
reading, basic sciences, study skills, word processing, and other basic skills.
Special Populations Services – KCC offers advisement and special
instructional support for students who are physically and learning disabled, as
well as those with academic deficiencies. Students will receive appropriate
academic instructional support, including preparatory courses, tutorial
assistance, study skills assistance, and self-instructional programs. For
special populations services, go to room L326 or D229.
The LRC provides a variety of services free
to students (print, audio, video, cd-rom &
microfilm collections, computers etc.)
The LRC is available to you the following
times:
Monday - Thursday:
Friday:
The materials on this course are only for the
use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this
course. Further Information regarding KCC's copyright
policy is available at http://www.kcc.edu/students/collegeinfo/copyright/index.asp
.
1. Course syllabus/calendar is subject to
change due to instructor absence, college closings, etc.
2. By staying registered in this course the
student agrees to abide by the syllabus conditions though they may not agree
with the policy.
Updated: Fall 2007