PSY 101
Introductory Psychology
Summer Session II, 2015
COURSE INFORMATION
Welcome to Psychology 101: Introductory Psychology
This is an abbreviated course information sheet that contains only the basics of what you need to know
to succeed in this course. The remainder of the course information sheet, which details all of your
rights and responsibilities for PSY 101, is online at http://web.monroecc.edu/psychlearning/CIS. By
taking this course you are agreeing to the rules outlined in this document and detailed online. Go there
for answers to all your questions. Please consult the online course information, as you will be
responsible for knowing its contents.
My Information: Section number: _____________
M number: ___________________________
My Instructor Information: Name: __________________________________________________
Office: ________ Phone: ________________ Email: ____________________________________
Available:________________________________________________________________________
Course Description: An introductory survey of the major concepts in the scientific study of human
behavior, human development, motivation, learning, personality, individual differences, and social
behavior. Dual emphasis is placed upon understanding, integration and application to real life, as well
as theoretical and methodological issues. Opportunities for studying, tutoring, and supplemental testing
will be made available to students outside of class time in the Psychology Learning Center.
Course Learning Outcomes:
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Differentiate between the numerous areas of specialization within the broader field of
psychology.
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Compare and contrast the major research methods used in psychology.
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Identify the important concepts in the various sub-disciplines of psychology (which could
include biological, behavioral, clinical, cognitive, developmental, or social psychology).
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Identify the important theories in the various sub-disciplines of psychology (which could
include biological, behavioral, clinical, cognitive, developmental, or social psychology).
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Identify applications of scientific psychology in real-world situations.
Required Textbook: MCC Custom Edition of Bernstein, D. et al. (2012). Psychology (9th ed.). Mason,
OH: Cengage Learning, ISBN 1133886965 or 1133886969). We highly recommend buying the new
textbook with the "MindTap" bundle (ISBN: 9781305705708). The book comes in a loose-leaf format,
which reduces the cost but means that it is easy for material to be missing. For this reason, we advise
you to purchase the book new at the MCC bookstore, or see the PLC website for direct purchasing
information through Cengage. A study guide is also available at the bookstore (for less than $2) and is
required.
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Units: The book is organized into seven units, addressing seven basic areas of psychology. We will
cover all the material in the custom text.
UNIT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
TOPIC(S)
Introducing Psychology
Biological Psychology
Motivation and Learning
Personality, Psychological Disorders, and Treatment
Cognitive Psychology
Human Development
Social Psychology
Learning Objectives and Study Guide: Each unit is divided into 20 Learning Objectives, available
online at the course web site. Learning objectives are defined by section headings in the text. A Study
Guide is available online on the Psychology Learning Center’s website and in the bookstore (for less
than $2) that specifies a list of questions for each objective that students should be able to answer. All
answers are available in the text.
Tests: There are two 20-item multiple-choice tests given on the material in each unit, but we will count
only the one with the higher score. One of them (the B test) will be given in class. The other one (the A
test) will be given in the Psychology Learning Center. To take a test in the Psychology Learning
Center, you need to know your section number and the last 4 digits of your M number. You also need a
photo ID; there will be no exceptions to the photo ID requirement.
Grading: The average of your highest scores on each of the seven unit tests will determine your final
course grade. There are no papers and no final exam. Your grade will be calculated according to the
following chart:
Percentage
Grade
Percentage
Grade
90% - 100%
87% - 89%
83% - 86%
79% - 82%
75% - 78%
72% - 74%
A
AB+
B
BC+
67% - 71%
64% - 66%
60% - 63%
56% - 59%
51% - 55%
Below 51%
C
CD+
D
DF
Psychology Learning Center: The Psychology Learning Center is on the Brighton
campus (room 11-110, inside the Electronic Learning Center). The Damon Learning
Center is closed during the summer. The rules of operation are found online
(web.monroecc.edu/psychlearning). Summer hours are:
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Monday through Thursday from 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
If you begin a test by closing time you will be able to stay for an additional 30
minutes to finish that test. The Learning Center is typically used for two different
activities:
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Taking the A test on each unit;
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Studying, including taking practice tests and checking out copies of the book (you will need a
photo ID to access hard-copy materials).
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Class Calendar: A calendar for your section of the course is handed out in class and is also available
online. The calendar shows when the A test will be available in the Learning Center and when the B
test on each unit will be given in class.
Test Score Posting: Periodically throughout your summer session all test scores and current averages
will be posted in the Courses folder of the M-drive, identified by section number and the last 4 digits of
your M number. Please check these postings and report any errors immediately to your instructor.
Attendance: In accordance with College policy, attendance is expected in class and for tests. Any
student who misses more than three class hours (including lectures and testing sessions) may be subject
to withdrawal from the course at the discretion of the instructor. If you wish to be withdrawn from the
course, it is your responsibility to withdraw yourself before the withdrawal deadline.
Students with Special Needs: Dealing with special needs generally requires extra effort on the part
of both student and instructor, so it is crucial that you work closely with your instructor from the
beginning of the semester. Students should make arrangements for appropriate accommodations
through the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (Room 1-231).
Cancellation Information: In the event of a college-wide emergency, a class cancellation, or the
closing of the college for any reason, information will be posted on the college web site
(www.monroecc.edu). See the Psychology Learning Center web site for more information about how
cancellations affect your class and the Psychology Learning Center.
Academic Honesty: Any cheating in class or in the Learning Center, which includes any access to
materials during a test, and any use of an electronic device during a test in class, or at any time while in
the Learning Center testing room, will be result in a zero for that test and will be reported to your
course instructor as well as the Vice President for Student Services. Further disciplinary action, such as
receiving a failing grade in the course, may also be taken.
Student Conduct: You are expected to conduct yourself in a mature and respectful manner at all times
both in the classroom and Psychology Learning Center, and to obey all reasonable requests made of you
by college faculty and staff. Failure to abide by guidelines of appropriate conduct in the Psychology
Learning Center may result in a series of responses ranging from notifying your instructor to removal
from the course or college (see website for details). If you have a concern regarding the Psychology
Learning Center operations or staff, contact: (1) your instructor, (2) the administrator at the Psychology
Learning Center location, and (3) the Psychology Learning Center Coordinator (who is also the
Psychology Department Chairperson), in that order, to address the situation.