Text: Psychology and You
Teacher: Mr. Frazier
School Phone: (586) 797-1900 Ex. 2090
School E-mail: WILLIAM.FRAZIER@UticaK12.org
Course Objectives: The purpose of this course is to provide a basic understanding of psychology, the study of the brain and human behavior, as well as how psychologists study humans. This course provides an overview of topics in all areas of psychology including but not limited to: genes and behavior, human intelligence, attitudes, social development and mental disorders.
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Understand the major theories of psychology & discoveries in the various fields of study
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Understand the research methods used by psychologists
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Understand how to think critically about the conclusions made by psychologists and researchers
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Apply ideas from psychology to their own life experiences
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Be better prepared to adapt to the rigors of college learning with the skills to succeed in college
Supplies:
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3-ring binder (mandatory) with 5 divider pages (sometimes referred to a “tabs”)
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Pen, pencil & paper every day
Resources:
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Textbook: Psychology and You, 3 rd
. edition. McMahon and Romano
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Various learning activities [handouts] and readings to keep in your binder
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Psychology 101: VidClips
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Other media Videos and VidClips
Classroom Rules:
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Students will be in their assigned seats when the bell rings, with all required materials and remain in seats unless directed otherwise—NEVER line up at the door
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Students will be respectful during class discussions
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Students are expected to take notes during lectures
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Students will not use i-pods, cell-phones or other electronic devices during the class period
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Students are expected to be awake and participating every day
Participation
All students are expected to participate in class activities, discussions, demonstrations, and all group projects.
Students will receive a participation grade. Students will lose points from participation for the following reasons and they are not debatable:
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Unexcused absences
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Tardies
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Using cell phones
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Doing homework for other classes
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Sleeping
You are expected to have all materials with you every day, including your own pens, pencils and paper. You will be allowed restroom passes but please be respectful when you ask—try not to interrupt lectures or other important activities during the hour. Do not ask for passes during class when it is passing time for other lunch hours. You must have a Lanyard + student identification.

Grading Scale
94-100%
90-93%
87-89%
84-86%
80-83%
77-79%
74-76%
70-73%
67-69%
A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
64-66%
60-63%
C
C-
D+
D
D-
Unit I: Perspectives of Psychology
Unit II:
A.
Six Major Approaches
B.
Origins of Psychology (History)
The Science of Psychology
Ch. 1
Ch. 2
Unit III:
Unit IV:
A.
Methods of Research
B.
C.O.O.L: Critical Thinking
Biopsychology (Neuropsychology)
A.
Biological Psychology
B.
Perception
C.
Motivation & Emotion
D.
Consciousness
Behaviorism (Behavioral Analysis)
Ch. 3
Ch. 4
Ch. 5
Ch. 6
Ch. 7
A.
Classical Conditioning
B.
Operant Conditioning
C.
Social Learning: Observational Learning
D.
Cognitive Psychology Ch. 7 Ch. 8 Ch. 9
Personality, Adjustment, Conflict Ch. 14 Unit V:
A.
Psychoanalysis (Psychodynamic)
B.
Defense Mechanisms
C.
Behaviorism Personality Theory
D.
Humanism
E.
Mental Disorders
F.
Therapy
Human Development: Select Theories and Studies
Ch. 16
Ch. 17
Ch. 18
Ch. 10, 11, 12