AP PSYCHOLOGY
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What is AP Psychology?
This Advanced Placement course is designed to be as rigorous and rewarding as a college level
Introduction to Psychology course. The purpose of any introductory psychology course is to introduce students
to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals.
The format of this course will primarily be lecture-based with supplemental demonstrations and activities
that will reinforce text and supplemental readings and help to make psychology relevant for all students. Reading
is an essential to student success. Cornell note-taking is required of text and supplemental readings. Note cards
are optional but helpful in reviewing the numerous psychological terms and people. It is essential that students
utilize study tools, study groups, class partners for review and discussion of topics.
Course Objectives: Students will…
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Develop critical thinking skills.
Understand scientific methodology.
Learn the basic skills of psychological research and APA citation style.
Increase understanding of the relationship between biology and behavior.
Increase knowledge of the various states of consciousness.
Understand developmental psychology through the study of physical, intellection, emotional, moral,
cognitive, and social growth throughout the life span.
Understand and challenge the major core concepts and theories of psychology.
Understand measures of intelligence, good test design and measurement.
Increase knowledge of the classification system for psychological disorders and the recommended
treatments.
Apply psychological concepts to their own lives and recognize principles encountered in everyday life.
Textbook & Suggested Readings and Resources
Myers, D.G. Myers’ Psychology for AP. New York: Worth Publishers, 2011.
Companion Website and EBook
Gmail Account – Check Regularly
www.apa.org
Princeton Review AP Psychology Study Guide 2013/14 – Usually released in January
ZAP Policy
What happens if…..
I don’t do a homework assignment?
 You MUST do this work during MUHLtime or on your own.
What will my grade be?
 Half credit if it is submitted within 48 hours/2 calendar days.
Why must I still do it?
 Because the learning of this information is important for future assignments and assessments!
REDO Policy
What happens if….
I don’t do a long term (formative OR summative) assessment such as a take-home test,
project, essay etc.)?
 You will get 10% deducted (from the grade you earned) per day it is late! (Max. 4 calendar days)
Test Corrections ARE required for all assessments.
Does the REDO Policy apply to ALL assignments?
No! Projects and Papers have NO REDO opportunities because of the nature of these assessments, the
scaffolding of them, and the opportunity to get assistance during MUHLtime PRIOR to the due dates.
Grading Policy
The following grading percentages will serve as a basis for the grades for this class:
Tests/Exams = 45%
Projects/Written Responses = 25%
Quizzes = 10%
Cornell Notes/Homework/Class Activities= 15%
Study Sessions – 1 Muhltime/Week = 5%
Supplies Students should come prepared every day with the following:
2” 3-ring binder with dividers for 14 units
Colored pencils/Thin markers
Highlighters
Pens
Paper
Textbook – As needed
Behavioral Expectations and Procedures
Regular Attendance and Punctuality
Preparedness
No Food
No Cell Phones or IPods out in class (Unless for instructional purposes)
Respect
Academic Integrity – Use your mind and your talents, not those of others.
Do your best!
About the AP Psychology Exam
Important Dates
Exam Registration: January 2013 (TBD)
Payment Due Date: February 2013 (TBD)
Practice AP Psychology Exam: Dates TBD
AP Psychology Exam: Monday, May 5, 2014 - 12 -2PM
Students will take the AP Psychology exam in the spring semester. The exam is 2 hours long.
In Section I (66 2/3%), students are given one hour and 10 minutes to answer 100 multiple-choice questions; in
Section II (33 1/3%) they must answer two free-response questions in 50 minutes.
AP Psychology Test Review
Review Sessions: Review sessions will take place during Quarters 2, 3, & 4 until examination day. Students are
required to utilize MuhlTime at least one time per week to review current or past units of study. Other sessions
may be scheduled outside the school day to accommodate student needs and schedules.