Mot & Emot.
Dec. 2012
Psychology
Mr. Aiello
Motivation and Emotion
Unit Syllabus
Course Objectives
The objectives of the course are for the students to:
• acquire a working knowledge of major psychological theories and core concepts
• develop an understanding and appreciation of what makes psychology a science
• develop basic skills in conducting psychological research
• understand the relevance of psychology to their lives
• increase their critical thinking, especially in regards to scientific research about behavior
• continue to develop their oral and written communication skills
This unit contains the most discussed and least understood aspect of behavior: why it occurs.
The current view of the motivation for behavior is a multifaceted approach including biological,
psychological, and sociocultural factors. Therefore, we will explore how each factor contributes
to our behavior. We will also try to understand the different interpretations concerning the role
of genetics and the environment in several areas, including obesity, sexual identity, and the
expression of emotions.
This is the last unit of the semester! In addition to doing the daily reading, it would be a good
idea to start doing some reviewing for the semester exam. You will get a review packet to help
guide your studying. There will not be a test on this unit, but Essential Questions 4 – 6 will be
turned in on the last day of classes before the Semester Exam (Monday, 12/17)!
Essential Questions
1. How do drives and external incentives motivate our behavior?
2.
Compare the biological, psychological, and sociocultural influences on hunger.
3.
Summarize the current research on the causes of one’s sexual orientation?
------------------------------------------------------------------4. Contrast the James-Lange, Cannon-Bard, and two-factor theories of emotions.
5.
Explain the physiological aspects of emotions.
6.
Discuss the research on happiness. What are the keys to happiness?
Night
Homeplay
Friday
Nov. 30
Read Myers 469 – 480.
Monday
Dec. 3
Read and annotate the article “The Cooperative Instinct.”
Tuesday
Dec. 4
Read Myers 481 – 494.
Wednesday Dec. 5
Read Myers 495 – 504.
Thursday
Read Myers 504 – 510. Complete E.Q.s 1 – 3.
Dec. 6
Mot & Emot.
Dec. 2012
Psychology
Mr. Aiello
Friday
Dec. 7
Read Myers 513 – 519.
Monday
Dec. 10
Read Myers 519 – 523.
Tuesday
Dec. 11
Read Myers 524 – 532.
Wednesday Dec. 12
Read Myers 532 – 537 and Psychsim 5 “Expressing Emotions”.
Thursday
Dec. 13
Read Myers 537 - 546.
Friday
Dec. 14
Read Myers 549 - 561. Complete and turn in the Essential Questions!
Monday
Dec. 17
Study for the Semester Exam on Thursday, December 20 at 8:20!!