COURSE SYLLABUS: PSYCHOLOGY OF PERSONALITY
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Number: PSYC2316.S02.
Course Title: Psychology of Personality
Course Description: In-depth study of theories of personality with practical application of
each. Methods of personality measurement and assessment are also included.
Course Credit Hours:
Lecture Hours: 3 credit hours
Lab Hours: None
Placement Assessment(s): Placement in ENGL1301; College-Level Reading.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2301
Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and terms
associated with major personality theories.
2. Understand how the concepts and terms associated with the
major theories can apply to the student's life.
3. Understand what is meant by, and how to achieve a healthy,
effective personality.
4. Understand the effect of personality theories on personality
assessment.
5. Develop and understanding of cultural differences in the
influences that shape the personality.
Withdrawal Policy:
“See the current Collin Registration Guide for the last day to
withdraw.“
Collin College Academic Policies:
“See the current Collin Student Handbook.”
Americans with Disabilities Act: Collin College will adhere to all applicable federal, state
and local laws, regulations and guidelines with respect to
providing reasonable accommodations as required to afford
equal opportunity. It is the student’s responsibility to contact
the ACCESS office, SCC-G200 or 972.881.5898 (V/TTD:
972.881.5950) to arrange for appropriate accommodations.
See the current Collin Student Handbook for additional
information.
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Instructor’s Name: Patricia Prewitt Coble
Office Number: Spring Creek Campus, Room K237
Office Hours: By appointment: Tues/Thurs 11:30- 1:30
Phone Number: 972-881-5759
Email: pcoble@collin.edu (best method)
Class Information:
Psyc 2316
Section Number: S02
Meeting Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 am – 11:15 am
Meeting Location: Collin College, Spring Creek Campus, Room I 229
Course Resources:
Textbook: Olson, M. & Hergenhahn, B (2011). An Introduction to Theories of Personality, 8th
ed, Prentice-Hall. A copy of this text is placed on “reserve” in the library.
Supplies: Course textbook, student ID, library card, scantron forms, folder for portfolio,
sharpened pencils, paper.
Attendance Policy: Students are expected to attend each class session.
The last day to withdraw and receive the grade of "W" is March 9, 2012. Students who
decide to not complete the course are responsible for officially withdrawing themselves from
the course; failure to do so will result in a performance grade of "F".
Additional Student Learning Outcomes: TBD.
Method of Evaluation:
Class Attendance and Participation (approximately 16% of final grade): Weekly in class
documented activities are completed and reviewed and are to be organized into a
“participation portfolio” that will be turned in (use folder) at the end of the semester. While
many of these activities will start in class, they may need to be completed as homework. In
addition there will be some on-line activities that require access to a computer. The total
number of points you can earn is 100.
Exams and Quizzes (approximately 68% of final grade): There will be 3 major exams worth
up to 100 pts. each. Grand total points on all exams are 300 pts. Exams consist of multiplechoice questions and short answer questions. Make up exams are offered on the day of the
final exam immediately after completing exam 3. Other times for approved make up exams
are at the discretion of the instructor.
There will be a minimum of 5 quasi- ‘pop’ quizzes covering previously studied concepts and
vocabulary. These will be short, short answer quizzes. Total points for all quizzes will be
100 pts.
Your Personal Theory of Personality Semester Project (approximately 16% of final
grade): This semester long project explores personal insights and issues in personality
development and connecting personal views of human nature and differences to different
personality theories. Project instructions are provided in writing on a separate form and will
also be available on line at our instructional web site or via Blackboard.
Alternative Assessments: Your final course grade may increase up to one letter grade
based on successfully completed alternative assessment opportunities (extra credit) to be
announced in class during the semester.
Grading (points available):
EXAMS and QUIZZES Total:
Exam #1
Exam #2
Exam #3
Quizzes (5)
400
100
100
100
100
PARTICIPATION PORTFOLIO Total:
PROJECT Total:
Alternative Assessment
100
100
60
A = 540 pts and over
B = 480 - 539 pts
C = 420 - 479 pts
D = 360 - 419 pts
F = 359 < pts
Academic Ethics:
Every member of the Collin College community is expected to maintain the highest
standards of academic integrity. Collin College may initiate disciplinary proceedings against
a student accused of scholastic dishonesty. Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not
limited to, statements, acts, or omissions related to applications for enrollment or the award
of a degree, and/or the submission of one’s own work material that is not one’s own.
Scholastic dishonesty may involve, but is not limited to, one or more of the following acts:
cheating, plagiarism, collusion, use of annotated texts or teacher’s editions, use of
information about exams posted on the Internet or electronic medium, and/or falsifying
academic records. While specific examples are listed below, this is not an exhaustive list
and scholastic dishonesty may encompass other conduct, including any conduct through
electronic or computerized means:
Plagiarism is the use of an author's words or ideas as if they were one's own without giving
credit to the source, including, but not limited to, failure to acknowledge a direct quotation.
Cheating is the willful giving or receiving of information in an unauthorized manner during an
examination, illicitly obtaining examination questions in advance, copying computer or
Internet files, using someone else's work for assignments as if it were one's own, or any
other dishonest means of attempting to fulfill the requirements of a course.
Collusion is intentionally aiding or attempting to aid another in an act of scholastic
dishonesty, including but not limited to providing a paper or project to another student,
providing an inappropriate level of assistance; communicating answers to a classmate
during an examination; removing tests or answer sheets from a test site, and allowing a
classmate to copy answers.
See the current Collin Student Handbook for additional information.
Note: At a minimum, the consequence of academic dishonesty will result in a “zero” grade
on the particular assignment or test. A report is filed with the Dean of Students if further
investigation is needed.
Frequently asked Questions:
Can electronic devices be used in the classroom?
Electronic devices may be used in the classroom to enhance learning of the day’s psychology topic. If you
plan to use electronic devices in the classroom you will be assigned to seating that will complement the
use of the device for you as well as minimize distraction to others. Playing games, text messaging,
listening to music, using cell phones, etc would not be considered as appropriate use of an electronic
device in a learning environment. Please turn off the audio features of these devices before you enter the
classroom. Violation of appropriate use of devices will immediately disallow your use of them in this
class for the rest of the semester.
How do you handle disruptive students?
The classroom is a scholarly environment and students are expected to behave accordingly. Expression of
ideas, thoughts, opinions, etc. is encouraged, but has to be done in a respectful manner. Students who
express willful disrespect towards their classmates or the instructor may be asked to leave the classroom.
Do I have to type my work?
Semester project, reaction papers, extra credit reports are all required to be ‘typed’. Typed papers
should be double spaced, one inch margins, 12 pt times roman font.
What if I have to leave class early?
If you must leave class early, please let me know before class starts. Also sit close to the door so that you
do not disrupt class (or me) when you leave. Thank you for your respect!
Course Content and Calendar:
Date
Lecture/ DiscussionTopic
Jan 17
Course Introduction
Defining Dimensions of Personality
Theoretical Issues
Jan 19
Jan 24
Jan 26
Jan 31
Feb 2
Feb 7
Feb 9
Feb 14
Feb 16
Feb 21
Feb 23
The Psychoanalytic View
Sigmund Freud
The Psychoanalytic View
Sigmund Freud
2
Exploring biographies
The Psychoanalytic View
Carl Jung
The Psychoanalytic View
Carl Jung
3
Sociocultural View
Alfred Adler
Sociocultural View
Alfred Adler
4
Sociocultural View
Karen Horney
Sociocultural View
Karen Horney
5
Sociocultural View
Erik Erikson
Sociocultural View
Erik Erikson
6
2
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Mar 29
Experiential exercise
4
Experiential exercise
5
The Trait View
R.B. Cattell & Hans J. Eysenck
The Trait View
Personality Tests
Mar 27
Word Association Test
3
Mar 6
Mar 22
I am …
A Personal Personality Theory
Exam 1
The Trait View
Gordon Allport
Mar 20
Portfolio and Project Activities
1
1
Feb 28
Mar 1
Mar 8
RequiredCha
pter
6
Ego Identify Status
7
Experiential exercise
8
8
Spring Break
9
The Learning View
B.F. Skinner
The Learning View
Dollard and Miller
NEO-PIR Personality Inventory
Experiential exercise
10
The Learning View
Bandura and Mischel
The Learning View
Key Contributions
11
Self- Efficacy Scale
9,10,11
April 3
April 5
Exam 2
The Evolutionary Paradigm
David M. Buss
April 10
12
Experiential exercise
The Existential-Humanistic View
George Kelly*
The Existential-Humanistic View
George Kelly*
13
Personal Constructs
The Existential-Humanistic View
Carl Rogers
The Existential-Humanistic View
Carl Rogers
14
April 24
April 26
The Existential-Humanistic View Abraham Maslow
The Existential-Humanistic View Abraham Maslow
15
15
May 1
May 3
Other views of Personality
Summing Up and Future Directions
16* opt
17
May 8
Exam 3 (Finals Week)
April 12
April 17
April 19
/ Tuesday 10:00 to 12:00
13
Life-Script
14
Self Actualization
Your Theory of Personality Due