Northwest Mississippi Community College – Desoto Center
Psy1523/ General Psychology II
FALL 2015
Instructor: Mrs. Rebecca Allen
Office: 321 Desoto Center
Phone: NWCC 662-280-6131 (messages checked during office hours only)
E-mail: rallen@northwestms.edu
Web site (contains syllabus, homework, and notes):
http://teacherweb.com/MS/NWCC/AllenR
Required Textbook: Psychology: Modules for Active Learning, Coon & Mittner, 13TH Ed.
Required Materials: Scan-tron blanks (4 total) and pencil for each test.
Book for round table discussion (see next page for criteria)
Internet access for Canvas and Allen’s TeacherWeb
Grading Policy:
Grading Scale:
10%
Homework (submitted on Canvas) (7)
(You will be able to drop one homework assignment)
40%
Test 1
Test 2
Test 3
(You will be able to drop one test grade)
20%
Book Presentation Project & Round Table Discussion
30%
Comprehensive Final Exam
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B
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F
90-100%
80-89%
70-79%
60-69%
0-59%
Make-up Work:
Tests and Book Report cannot be made up; all homework must be submitted by
the last class meeting. All due dates are clearly stated on the course outline and agenda, I will drop
one test grade and one homework grade to accommodate an emergency.
Changes to the Agenda: The instructor reserves the right to add or delete items in the agenda in the
interest of enhanced learning or to accommodate emergency weather closings. As much advanced
warning as possible will be given before changes are made.
Withdraw Deadlines: October 23 (pass/fail); December 4 (pass only)
Assignment Guidelines:
 Homework (10% of Final Average)
o Homework assignments will be submitted on Canvas.
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I recommend that you work on the assignment offline before posting to canvas; a hard copy
can be printed from my teacherweb site for this purpose. For “fill in the blank” questions it
is usually best to “cut & paste” from the teacherweb copy to avoid errors.
To submit your work, click on the assignment link on the Canvas Home Page for this class
and answer questions as directed. You will have 3 chances to complete each homework.
See “How to” video on TeacherWeb for step-by-step assistance
Keep original to use for study.
Canvas will immediately grade your work upon submission.
o Late work will not be accepted, you will have 3 drop grades to accommodate absence from
class, poor performance or other issue.
o All homework links will be closed in the first day of final exams; be sure to have all work
submitted before that date!
o After each test, a “0” will be assigned to unfinished homework for that segment. The
grade will be replaced upon submission of that assignment.
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Tests
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Individual Book Presentation Project & Round Table Discussion (20% of Final Average)
o Students may choose a book from the approved book list, or bring a book of their choosing
for approval. Book must be psychological in nature and non-fiction (includes self-help
books, books about psychological issues or careers, biographies of prominent
psychologists, and books with a psychologically influential nature).
o You will present your book in a round table discussion format. You must have a completed
visual tool for your presentation. This tool can be in the form of a poster, handout, short
formal book report, group activity, or any media that suits you.
o Your visual aid must include in a clear and visible format:
(40% of Final Average)
Tests (3 total) will cover information listed in the agenda and will be completed in class.
Any information from homework, notes, or discussion may be on the test.
See “How to” Video on TeacherWeb for step-by-step assistance
You will be allowed to drop one test grade to accommodate absence from class, poor
performance or other issue.
o Make up tests will not be given.
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Book Title & Author
Synopsis
Psychological principals present in the book
Positive influences on your thoughts or perceptions
Negative influences on your thoughts or perceptions
Would you recommend to others
o See “How to” Video on TeacherWeb for step-by-step assistance
o You must be present for the discussion to receive full credit for the project.
o Book report grade may not be dropped
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Final Exam (30% of Final Average)
o Exam will include all information covered in the course
o A study guide is posted to guide your preparation
o Final exam grade may not be dropped
Attendance Policy:
1. Show up!
2. The attendance policy as stated in the Student Guide states that
a. classes that meet 3 days a week have 6 allowed absences,
b. classes that meet 2 days a week have 4 allowed absences,
c. classes that meet one day per week are allowed 2 absences;
d. you will receive an F after your maximum number of absences. Save your absences for
something important!
3. Please be on time, it is very distracting to students who are already engaged in class when a
student arrives late.
Procedures:
1. Familiarize yourself with the Student Guide and be prepared to follow all published rules and
regulations. Pay special attention to the following
a. Code for student conduct
b. Cheating/Plagiarism
c. Classroom Etiquette *** NOTE Silence cell phones and store out of sight, text
messaging or other distractions are not acceptable. Emergencies will be handled on a
case by case basis.
d. NO Smoking on campus grounds
e. Dress code
2. Tablet/computer use for class materials ONLY with prior approval from the instructor
3. Use proper manners at all times. Treat all Faculty, Staff, and Students will the highest
respect.
4. Communicate with me early when a problem arises, I can only help you if I am aware of your
circumstances.
5. Prepare for class and study!
Emergency Procedures:
1. Familiarize yourself with the Campus Emergency Procedures in the Student Guide.
2. In the case of severe weather during class, we will proceed as a group to the basement of the
Desoto Center building.
3. In the case of fire during class, we will proceed as a group to exit the Desoto Center building.
4. In the case of a person with a weapon, close and lock/barricade door, turn off lights and cell
phones. Prepare for defense if needed, and stay out of range if possible
5. In case of possible school closing, listed to your local radio or news program for Desoto
County closings, check northwestms.edu or my Teacherweb. If the school is open class will be
in session!