Psychology
Northline Campus
PSYC 2301 - Introduction to Psychology
CRN 74728 – Fall 2015
Northline - Rm. 231 | 5:30 – 7:00 pm | Monday/Wednesday
Instructor: LaTessa Hadley, M.A., M. Ed
Phone: 281-380-4429
E-mail: Lhadley@pasadenaisd.org or Latessa.hadley@hccs.edu
Text: Mastering the World of Psychology (Fifth Edition) Authors: Samuel E. Wood, Ellen Green Wood,
and Denise Boyd
COURSE DESCRIPTION
PSYC 2301 is a survey course of the basic principles underlying human behavior. Emphasis is placed on
major areas of study in the field of psychology, such as learning, memory, personality, health and stress,
child and adult development, and psychological disorders. This course transfers as three (3) hours of
credit to most other colleges and universities.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to:
1. Succeed in advanced psychology courses that include related content and are required for an
undergraduate major in psychology
2. Succeed in advanced psychology and psychology-related courses that include related content and are
required in non-psychology majors such as nursing and education
3. Understand and evaluate psychological concepts that are covered in this course and are featured in
news reports, self-help materials, and as a part of the process of seeking and engaging in psychotherapy
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
The student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge in multiple (8) areas of psychology including concepts, facts and theoretical
perspectives.
2. Define and identify the basic research and evaluation methods used in psychology, including the
strengths and weaknesses of each method.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of and identify concepts related to personal development and the
development and behavior of others.
4. Apply psychological concepts to the solution of current issues and problems including ethics, coping
with stressful events, health and wellness, parenting, learning, memory, and /or evaluation of media
presentations.
CORE CURRICULUM
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
PSYC 2301 satisfies the social science requirement in the HCCS core curriculum. The HCCS Psychology
Discipline Committee has specified that address the goals of the core curriculum as follows:
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Reading at the college level means having the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of
printed materials, books, and document. All students in PSYC 2301 are required to read a college-level
textbook.
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Writing at the college level means having the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent
prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience. In addition to knowing correct grammar, spelling,
and punctuation, students should also become familiar with the writing process, including how to
discover a topic, how to develop and organize it, and how to phrase it effectively for their audience. All
instructors in PSYC 2301 include at least one written assignment in their syllabi.
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Effective speaking is the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive
language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience. Students in PSYC 2301 are required to
communicate about course content in formal or informal ways as determined by the requirements of
each instructor's course syllabus.
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Listening at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret various forms of spoken
communication. Students in PSYC 2301 are required to listen to presentations and/or discussions of
course content in formal or informal ways as determined by the requirements of each instructor's
course syllabus.
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Critical thinking embraces methods for applying both qualitative and quantitative skills
analytically and creatively to subject matter in order to evaluate arguments and to construct alternative
strategies. Problem solving is one of the applications of critical thinking used to address an identified
task. Students in PSYC 2301 are required to exhibit critical thinking in formal or informal ways as
determined by the requirements of each instructor's course syllabus.
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Computer literacy at the college level means having the ability to use computer-based
technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information. Core-educated students
should have an understanding of the limits, problems, and possibilities associated with the use of
technology and should have the tools necessary to evaluate and learn new technologies as they become
available. Students in PSYC 2301 are required to exhibit computer literacy in formal or informal ways as
determined by the requirements of each instructor's course syllabus.
GRADING POLICY & ASSIGNMENTS
Grades in this class will consist of a variety of activities that may include, but are not limited to: class
discussions, quizzes, reflection papers, projects, observations, experiments, internet
research/participation, and other assignments as determined appropriate by the instructor. There will
be some sort of grade at the end of each chapter.
Assignments: 5 Quizzes, 6 End of Chapter Assignments, Behavior Modification Project (x’s 3), and Final
(x’s 3). Your lowest grade will be dropped.
End of semester grades will be determined as follows:
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59
ASSIGNMENT MAKE-UP POLICY
Assignments will NOT be accepted late! Please make arrangements to get assignments turned in ahead
of time if you know you will be absent. No exceptions!
You will only be allowed to make up ONE missed quiz/assignment grade. All other quizzes/assignments
will be counted as a ZERO.
EXTRA CREDIT
There will be a few opportunities to earn extra credit throughout the course. In order to receive credit,
you must be in attendance on the day it is given. Extra credit will NOT be accepted late.
ATTENDANCE
I understand that life happens and things will arise, however, attendance should be priority! You must
be in class to learn and be successful in this course. Your average will suffer if you miss frequently.
Please communicate with me if you will be absent for multiple days. It is your responsibility to get notes
from a peer when absent. I do not send out my powerpoints/notes.
CLASS PARTICIPATION
Class participation is appreciated. It makes class more enjoyable for all of us and gives me the
opportunity to learn things from my students. If you choose not to participate in in-class activities,
points may be deducted from your grade.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE
If you want to learn and be successful this semester, you must attend class and be attentive while
present. Please keep that in mind throughout the semester. Please turn your phones to vibrate/silent
during lectures. In case of an emergency, please step outside of class to use your phone. Texting in
class will not be tolerated! You will be asked to leave. Restroom breaks may be taken at your
discretion. Food and drinks are allowed in class. Please clean up behind yourself.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are strictly prohibited by the HCC policy
and the rules of this class. This type of behavior WILL NOT be tolerated. Any student caught cheating as
a first offense will receive a zero for that particular assignment. For the second offence, the student will
receive a grade of “F” for the course.
AMERICAN DISABILITY ASSOCIATION STATEMENT (ADA)
Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, developmental, vision,
hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Support
Services (DSS) Counselor at the beginning of each semester. Faculty members are authorized to provide
only the accommodations requested by the DSS Office.
Students who are requesting special testing accommodations must first contact the appropriate (most
convenient) Disability Services Office for assistance at 713-718-8420.
After student accommodation letters have been approved by the DSS office, students will receive an
email confirmation informing them of the Instructional Support Specialist assigned to their professor.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
According to HCC Policy, it is the student’s responsibility to withdraw officially from a course to prevent
an “F” from appearing on his/her transcript. If you wish to withdraw, it is recommended that you
submit the withdrawal form to the registrar’s office. Please note that if you are attending class after the
official drop date, you will receive the grade you have earned.
The last day to withdraw is October 30th, 2015 at 4:30 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR’S RIGHT TO MODIFY THE SYLLABUS
The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus and will notify the class of any changes in a
timely manner. If you are absent, it is your responsibility to acquire the changes.
Course Schedule
It is YOUR responsibility to keep up with the items on this agenda.
Date
Chapter
8/24
8/26
8/31
9/2
9/7
9/9
9/14
9/16
9/21
9/23
9/28
Introduction
Chapter 1-Introduction to Psychology
Chapter 1-Introduction to Psychology
Chapter 1-Introduction to Psychology
Labor Day Holiday
Chapter 2-Biology & Behavior
Chapter 2-Biology & Behavior
Chapter 4- Consciousness
Chapter 4- Consciousness
Chapter 5-Learning
Chapter 5-Learning
9/30
10/5
10/7
Behavior Modification Project
Behavior Modification Project
Chapter 6-Human Memory
10/12
10/14
10/19
10/21
10/26
10/28
11/2
11/4
11/9
11/11
11/16
11/18
11/23
11/25
11/30
12/2
12/7
Chapter 6-Human Memory
Chapter 8-Human Development
Chapter 8-Human Development
Chapter 10-Health & Stress
Chapter 10-Health & Stress
Gender & Sexuality
Chapter 11-Personality Theory & Assessment
Chapter 11-Personality Theory & Assessment
Chapter 12-Psychological Disorders
Chapter 12-Psychological Disorders
Chapter 13-Treatment of Psychological Disorders
Chapter 14- Social Behavior
Chapter 14- Social Behavior
Chapter 14-Social Behavior
Make-up Assignments
Review for Final
Final
Assignment
Perspectives in Psych Assignment
Mini-Study Assignment
Quiz
Dream Assignment
Behavior Modification Project &
Extra Credit
Behavior Modification Project
Due!
Quiz
Lifespan Assignment
Quiz
Extra Credit Quiz
Sentence Stem Assignment
Quiz
Unfinished Business Assignment
Videos
Quiz
Final