UNION COUNTY COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
FALL SEMESTER – 2015
September 2, 2015 – December 21, 2015
Pedro X. Cosmé, Associate Professor – Psychology-Sociology
40 West Jersey Street – Office K-434
Elizabeth, New Jersey 07202
Telephone number: 908-659-5141
Office Hours: Monday’s and Wednesday from 8am until 12pm
Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 11am until 12pm
Email: Cosme@ucc.edu Emails received after 5pm will be answered the next morning.
Professor Cosmé, academic website: http://faculty.ucc.edu/psysoc-cosme
PSYCHOLOGY of PERSONALITY - 3 CREDITS
PRE-REQUISITE: GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 101 RECOMMENDED
Catalog Description: This course explores personality dynamics in light of the major theories of
personality, including Freudian, behavioral, trait, cognitive, socio-cultural, and humanistic and other
perspectives. Included are an introduction to theory construction, personality assessment, and
theories of deviance.
COURSE INFORMATION
PSY 102-300 and PSY 102-302 ONLINE
Classes begin on September 2, 2015. Final QUIZ December 15, 2015.)
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:
These General Course Learning Outcomes including General Education
Objectives from the Master Syllabi were updated November 2013.
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the history of the different perspectives of personality psychology and their
development.
2. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the basic vocabulary of personality psychology.
3. Describe and give examples of the basic theories of psychology of personality, how they are used, and their current
status in the discipline.
4. Demonstrate understanding of, and analyze psychological research reports based on knowledge of the scientific
method.
5. Analyze the ethical questions and dilemmas involved in interpreting people’s behavior from different psychological
perspectives.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of how to apply critical and creative thinking to everyday life. Practice applying critical
and creative thinking and the scientific approach in problems related to behavior and personality.
7. Demonstrate an appreciation for the uniqueness of the individual (including oneself) in the larger social context.
8. Demonstrate ability to apply psychological principles in a variety of contexts.
9. Demonstrate academic/research writing, oral communication in class, information competence and the ability to use
computers and other technology throughout the course.
10. Demonstrate a respect for social and cultural differences in the human experience and apply concepts to a social
problem.
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REQUIRED MATERIALS
TEXTBOOK: 978-0-205-25624-2
CLONINGER, S. (2013). Theories of Personality. (6th Ed.). Pearson, New York.
This textbook may not be substituted for another edition of this textbook or a different textbook.
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The textbook is available at the Cranford bookstores and the UCC bookstore online.
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A copy is also on reserve at the Elizabeth campus library for student use.
ASSESSMENT and GRADING SCALE
Fall 2015 Personality Psychology Assessments
12 Chapter Quizzes (25 questions)
12 Chapter “key terms and definitions”
12 Critical Thinking Response (1 question from each of the 12 chapters)
1 Midterm question
1 Final Examination
Total weight of the combined assessments =
20% of the final grade
15% of the final grade
25% of the final grade
25% of the final grade
15% of the final grade
100% = course GPA =
final grade
A grade of “D” will not fulfill certain course prerequisites, major course requirements and will not
transfer to other institutions.
Grading Scale used to determine final grade outcome:
A 90 - 100 Excellent
B+ 85 - 89 Very Good
B 80 - 84 Good
C+ 75-79
C 70-74
D+ 65-69
Above Average
Satisfactory
Below Average
D 60 – 64 Unsatisfactory
F 59 - Failed
GRADING POLICY
In order to pass students must use the course syllabus as a guide in addition to the guidance provided
by the professor throughout the semester toward successful outcomes.
Each assessment represents a percentage toward the final grade, which is why it is important to
participate in every assessment according to the instructions provided.
On the Part B- Homework, students will receive their grades with feedback within 3 days following the
close of the drop box and after review of tests results and review and grading of the Part A- Homework.
THERE ARE NO Make up’s, extensions, do-overs, except with original documentation, letterhead
mailed with signature from the professional treating Illness, death of immediate family member, job
training, or jury duty. Email attachments are never accepted. Email attachments will not be opened.
Students can monitor their performance online.
COLLEGE DROP POLICY
September 2, 2015, and ends on September 9, 2015 – 50% refunds
September 10, 2015, and ends on September 16, 2015 – 0% refunds
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INFORMATION LITERACY
An essential element of this course includes information literacy. Information literacy is the evaluation and
assessment of integrated information. An understanding of its ramifications and implications through the
critical use of information literacy will be discussed. Students will be able to locate, discern, and
effectively use information to solve issues and/or problems in order to become independent learners.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Union County College offers reasonable accommodations and/or services to persons with disabilities.
Any student who has a documented disability and wishes to self-identify should contact the Coordinator of
Services for Students with Disabilities at (908) 709-7164, or email disabilitysvc@ucc.edu.
Accommodations are individualized and in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992. In order to receive accommodations, students must be
registered with the Disability Services Office. Students should register with the office as soon as
possible. No accommodation is official until the Faculty Accommodations Alert Form is issued from the
student to their instructor.
Note from the professor: the amount of time allotted for the quizzes is included as an accommodation
given to all students from 45 minutes to 90 minute.
CLASS POLICIES - Classroom policies apply to every student, no exceptions.
Attendance is taken daily. Student activities online are tracked.
Email attachments are never accepted. Email attachments will not be opened.
Late Withdrawal Policy: The last day to withdraw without penalty is October 21, 2015. Late
withdrawal forms received after this date will not be signed.
Theoretical perspectives discussed in class may be challenging to process. There is no one answer,
each theorist presents a perspective and various conclusions. Students are reminded to refrain from
behavior that interferes with a respectful environment, to not personalize constructive criticism
expressed to them by the professor or peers and to accept the role as learner in the classroom
regardless of chronological or psychological age and life experience.
Students are required to:
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behave respectfully and as an adult that accepts responsibility
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participate by asking questions or responding to course content discussions
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take notes
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review emails after 5pm for messages from the Professor
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view all video messages
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read the assigned chapters
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fully read the course syllabus
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complete the assigned chapter readings
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review all work before it is submitted for grading
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Students attending online class for the first time after the first day class meets are
responsible for reading previous materials and making up assignments.
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Submit all work on time and to accept constructive criticism provided to guide students to
positive learning outcomes.
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ASSESSMENT - EXPECTATIONS
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The STUDENT RESOURCE FOLDER available online contains information such as, APA
instructions, the steps to critical thinking, samples of student writing, the difference between
credible and non-credible academic resources leading toward objective expression.
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Students are expected to seek additional learning support through mentorship through the
Academic Learning Center (ALC), or Library for database questions.
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Students must do their own work.
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Unauthorized access to the online course room by anyone other than the student to take chapter
quizzes or submit homework or other assessments will result in an automatic “grade of “F.”
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Do not cut and paste information into your homework from any source without acknowledging
that source. Every homework is subject to review by Turnit-in, a resource that describes the
level of originality. In other words, when words are copied or cut and pasted in if the source is
not cited this is referred to as plagiarism and can result in an “F” for the assessment and final
grade.
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Students are to review each video message, are wav. files. Students using Apple, these
videos can be viewed by downloading the following link: http://www.videolan.org/vic/index.html
Chapter Quizzes Explained –
Chapter quizzes may be presented in any combination of multiple-choice, true-false, fill-ins and short
answer questions.
Quizzes: 12 chapter quizzes, 25 questions each
At the end of each chapter beginning with chapter 1, students will take a 25 item chapter test to
measure content recollection.
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The quiz drop box is not opened in advance. It will open according to the calendar
schedule.
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The drop boxes will open from 12:05am and will close on automatically at 11pm that
evening.
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Each examination will contain author written 25 questions randomly selected by Angel.
Each examination is opened for 45 minutes.
Once an exam is started it cannot be paused or restarted, students must complete
the exam, if time runs out, and a zero grade will be earned.
Students cannot go back to a missed or inaccurately answered question.
Each student exam varies by question order.
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Midterm Question – How does the question apply to everyday situations?
Students are to present a response to this question that includes at least three of the theories
reviewed, Chapters 1 – 7. Each response must be at least one page in content, with quotes and
citations to three of chapters reviewed.
Final Examination - The date of the Final examination, is determined by the College.
The Final Examination consist of any combination of 25 multiple-choice, true-false, fill-ins and short
answer questions and will be on December 15, 2015. Students that participate in every assessment
and have earned a course GPA of a B or above will earn a waiver from the final examination.
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Homework Explained –
Homework is to be typed in Times New Roman – 12pt, as a Word document, each line doublespaced, spelled checked
The homework assignments vary in context guiding students to “be able to locate, discern, and
effectively use information to solve issues and/or problems in order to become independent
learners.” (Information Literacy, p.3)
Homework Part A – Chapter Key Terms and Definitions
It is important when studying psychology to understand its language. Learning the language is
achieved through the chapter key terms and definitions.
1. The template handed out in class, also be found in the Student Resource folder, is to be
used.
2. Type the key terms in the same order found in the assigned textbook which can be found
within the left page margin and right page margin of each chapter. There are 42 key terms
and definitions in Chapter 1.
3. The textbook definitions must be copied, do not create your own definitions.
4. See the example below from Chapter 1:
The first key term can be found on page 2, beginning with “personality” ending on page 14, with
“paradigm.”
The definition of “personality” is described as, “The underlying causes within the person of
individual behavior and experience.”
Homework Part B: - Chapter Critical Thinking Chapter Review Question
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Students are to select one (1) of the “Thinking about…” questions. These questions
follow the Summary section at the end of each chapter.
2. Each question is to be written followed by a full description to each question.
3. Each part of the question is to be answered.
4. A minimum of 500 words, a one page response to include a response to the following
questions is needed: How does the question apply to everyday situations?
5. A quote from the textbook, correctly cited in APA format is required.
6. A one word or brief response is not acceptable, nor is rushed homework that is not reviewed.
7. Personal perspectives are not to be used because it does not follow scientific writing, which
students are guided to learn and/or perfect throughout the semester.
8. The “Thinking about Personality Theory” questions for Chapter 1 can be found on page
15, there are (4) four questions. Each chapter varies in the number of question from which
to select.
The first question is:
Look again at the literary saving at the beginning of the chapter. Discuss them in terms
of the concerns of personality theory. For example, do they relate to description,
dynamics, or development? Can they be verified? Can you think of any savings about
personality in addition to those quoted at the beginning of the chapter?
Extra Credit
No extra-credit will be offered during the semester.
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ONLINE RULES TO BE MINDFUL
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Student access online is tracked.
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Do not allow anyone to take quizzes or upload work completed homework on your behalf.
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QUIZ and Homework drop boxes are not available in advance.
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Use only the following browsers: Firefox or Google Chrome, otherwise an incomplete transmission,
with the following error message “No Files Attached.” If this occurs a zero grade is earned.
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Do not use mobile technologies, it can result in an incomplete transmission, with the following
error message as “No Files Attached.” If this occurs a zero grade is earned.
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Do not wait for the last 15 minutes to either take a QUIZ or submit homework, because it can
result in an incomplete transmission, with the following error message as “No Files Attached.” If
this occurs a zero grade is earned.
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Technical Support. When a student inquiry is received, such as “No Files Attached” the online
course settings are always re-checked. Distance learning is contacted for additional verification,
if needed. If you are experiencing difficulty please email me and also inform UCC’s Distance
Learning Department UCCONLINE@UCC.EDU or UCC technical support at 908-497-4364.
HOW TO ATTACH YOUR ASSIGNMENTS IN ANGEL:
INSTRUCTIONS:
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After accessing the UCC website use your UCC log-in credentials to access Angel.
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Click on the Angel tab, it will open into the Angel platform.
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All registered courses are listed on the right, click on course, and it open in our course room.
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Click the LESSONS TAB and open the Homework Part A or Part B folder
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Click on the Homework Folder to the assigned chapter.
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Do not copy and paste your homework in the window.
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Scroll down, click the “Attachment (add a file)” button to upload your saved
Microsoft Word file,
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Click “attach” and send to complete the attachment process.
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When the instructions are not followed, the professor will receive the following message
when he views the homework for grading: “No Files Attached.” The drop box is always doublechecked for accuracy before a zero grade is earned.
Students are reminded:
THERE ARE NO Make up’s, extensions, do-overs.
Email attachments are never accepted and will not be opened.
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WRITING RUBRIC (GUIDELINES TO FOLLOW)
Each question of the Part B Writing Assignment must be
formatted as follows:
Students Name
The homework must be typed and in Microsoft Word
The font used must be Arial or Times New Roman – 12 point
1 “ margins
double spacing
Left Justification
Spelled Checked
Stapled
Lack of textbook quotation
Citations - APA formatted
Personal pronouns, i.e., “I, me, we, us, our” may not be used
Disregard of guidelines or feedback provided
Deductions that will be taken if formatting
is not followed per Part B question
5 grade
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
30 points
15 points
20 points
A zero grade is earned
WEEKLY TIMELINE
Week
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QUIZ Calendar and Homework Due Dates
September
1
First day of Class:
Please familiarize yourself with Angel, the course syllabus, and the Student Resource
folder templates and other contents.
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September
12
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September
19
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September
26
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October 3
6
October 10
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October 17
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October 24
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October 31
Read Chapter 1, Introduction to Personality Theory, pages 1 -16, and begin homework
Part A and Part B a minimum of 500 word response as guided.
QUIZ 1: CHAPTER 1
Homework Part A:
Homework Part B:
Introduction to Personality Theory
HW 1 – 1 question
Key terms
1 page response
pp. 1 - 16.
definitions
QUIZ 2: CHAPTER 2
Homework Part A:
Homework Part B:
Freud: Classical Psychoanalysis
HW 2 – 1 question
Key terms
1 page response
pp. 19 – 43.
definitions
QUIZ 3: CHAPTER 3
Homework Part A:
Homework Part B:
Jung Analytical Psychology,
HW 3– 1 question
Key terms
1 page response
pp. 44 – 63.
definitions
QUIZ 4: CHAPTER 4
Homework Part A:
Homework Part B:
Adler: Individual Psychology
HW 4 – 1 question
Key terms
1 page response
pp. 67 - 83
definitions
QUIZ 5: CHAPTER 5
Homework Part A:
Homework Part B:
Erikson Psychosocial Development
pp.
HW 5 - 1 question
Key terms
1 page response
84 - 101
definitions
QUIZ 6: CHAPTER 6
Homework Part A:
Homework Part B:
Horney and Relational Theory:
HW 6 - 1 question
Key terms
Interpersonal Psychoanalytic Theory
1 page response
definitions
pp. 102 - 124
QUIZ 7: CHAPTER 7
Homework Part A:
Homework Part B:
Allport: Personological Trait Theory
HW 7 - 1 question
Key terms
1 page response
pp. 126 - 144
definitions
MIDTERM QUESTION:
How do these personality theories apply to everyday situations?
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November
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November
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November
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December
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December
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December
15
Tuesday,
December
29
QUIZ 8: CHAPTER 12
Mischel: Traits in Cognitive Social Learning
Theory
pp. 228 - 244
QUIZ 9: CHAPTER 13
Bandura: Performance in Cognitive Social
Learning
pp. 245-264
QUIZ 10: CHAPTER 14
Rogers: Person-Centered Theory
pp. 267 - 281
Homework Part A:
Key terms
definitions
Homework Part B:
HW 8 - 1 question
1 page response
Homework Part A:
Key terms
definitions
Homework Part B:
HW 9 - 1 question
1 page response
Homework Part A:
Key terms
definitions
QUIZ 11: CHAPTER 15
Maslow and His Legacy: Need Hierarchy
Theory
pp. 282 - 304
QUIZ 12: CHAPTER 16:
Buddhist Psychology: Lessons from
Eastern Culture
pp. 305 - 327
FINAL EXAMINATION
Homework Part A:
Key terms
definitions
Homework Part B:
HW 10 1 question 1 page
response
Homework Part B:
HW 11
1 question 1 page
response
Homework Part B:
HW 12 1 question 1 page
response
Homework Part A:
Key terms
definitions
Students that participate in every assessment and have earned a course
GPA of a B or above will earn a waiver from the final examination.
Cranford Campus is open for registration
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