ALL WORK DUE IS DUE ON THE ASSIGNED DUE DATE.
IF YOU WILL BE AWAY YOU MUST BE RESPONSIBLE AND GET ME THE
WORK BEFORE YOU LEAVE. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS AND LATE
WORK IS NOT ACCEPTED.
YOU MUST BE RESPONSIBLE AND EMAIL ME OF ANY
SITUATIONS THAT MAY ARISE OVER THE SUMMER, WHICH
WOULD EFFECT YOU IN SEPTEMBER!
LAZINESS DOES NOT COUNT!
***All assignments are to be handed in ON TIME!!!***
All assignments are due on THE ASSIGNED DUE DATES….SEE BELOW! However
if you have any questions e-mail me at nfppsych@gmail.com
**Be sure to identify who you are in the subject so I don’t inadvertently delete you as
spam!**
Please see attached for assignments.
~You may want to purchase an AP review book, which is a wonderful tool to review &
prepare with throughout the year. This is not required, but will be helpful. Some of the
ones include:
 5 Steps to a 5: The best!! Very thorough!! It is available at Barnes and Noble or
barnesandnoble.com where it can be shipped to either your house or the store,
and amazon.com.
 Barrons (it has been my experience that students do not like this particular one)
 Princeton Review
 Cliff Notes
~Remember, the AP Exam will be given in May 2016, so we have a lot of ground to cover
before that time.~
Each of these assignments COUNT towards your 1st marking period grade, so do the best
you can!!
Be sure to bring ALL summer handouts and your textbook with you on the 1st day of
classes. Make sure you BACK-UP ALL of your work. If you e-mail me, I will be sure to
e-mail you back as promptly as I can.
Have a wonderful summer, “Learn Something”, & I’ll see you in September!!!
AP Psychology Summer Assignment
Schedule/Due Dates
ASSIGNMENT #1
DUE TODAY BY 10PM!! SO GO HOME AND DO THIS RIGHT NOW!!
 EMAIL SETUP (5 POINTS)
It is necessary for you to have a working email address for this course that you check
regularly during the summer. If you do not have one, go to www.hotmail.com,
www.yahoo.com, or www.gmail.com to set up a free account. To earn these five points,
simply email me at nfppsych@gmail.com.
Please include the following in your email:
 Your first and last name should be the subject
 What you prefer to be called
 Your grade level next school year
 Why you chose to take AP Psychology
 Any other info you would like to share
If you do not hear back from me within 48hrs, I did not receive your email!! Check my
email address carefully and try again until you hear back from me.
ASSIGNMENT #2
DUE TOMORROW BY HOMEROOM!!
 CLASS CONTRACT SIGNED AND RETURNED (5 POINTS)
ASSIGNMENT #3
DUE SEPTEMBER 2nd …1ST DAY OF SCHOOL
CHAPTER OUTLINES AND NOTECARDS FOR CHAPTERS 1,2,3 & 4 (Pgs 1-173)
******FOR EACH CHAPTER YOU WILL******
1. Outline the chapter in its entirety (MUST BE HANDWRITTEN)
2. Define all key terms (making flashcards….the term on one side/definition on the
other) can use index cards or cut pieces of paper into cards. MUST BE
HANDWRITTEN
3. Give the major contributions of all key people (making flashcards…the person on
one side/contribution on the other) MUST BE HANDWRITTEN
ONLY ONE TERM/PERSON PER CARD!!!!!
Signal Detection Theory
Definition: a theory predicting how &
when we detect the presence of a faint
stimulus amid background stimulation.
Example: the cafeteria is extremely
loud during lunch. However, as soon
as I hear someone say my name, I turn
and look.
******THIS WILL BE CHECKED FOR A GRADE******
THE NOTE CARDS ARE A STUDY TOOL WHICH YOU SHOULD BE USING
FROM NOW UNTIL THE AP EXAM
NO, HIGHLITING THE CHAPTERS WILL NOT COUNT FOR A GRADE!!!!!!!!!
SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO DO SO THAT IS FOR YOUR OWN BENEFIT.
ASSIGNMENT #4…..FREE RESPONSE QUESTION
DUE WEDNESDAY, JULY 15TH @ 12PM…. EMAILED!!!!
You are to complete the free response question on page 17. This will be typed in Times
New Roman, 12pt. Font. SINGLE spaced. I understand this will be your first attempt at a
Free Response Question. Therefore, do your best! The 2nd portion of the AP Exam
consists of FRQs, it is in our best interest to start practicing ASAP.
NOTE***** IF YOU ARE 1MIN LATE IN GETTING THIS TO ME, IT WILL BE
MARKED LATE AND YOU WILL RECEIVE A GRADE OF 0. IT IS IN YOUR
BEST INTEREST TO NOT PROCRASTINATE!!!!!!****
ASSIGNMENT #5…..RESEARCH PAPER
DUE SATURDAY, AUGUST 1ST @ 12PM…..EMAILED!!!!!
NOTE***** IF YOU ARE 1MIN LATE IN GETTING THIS TO ME, IT WILL BE
MARKED LATE AND YOU WILL RECEIVE A GRADE OF 0. IT IS IN YOUR
BEST INTEREST TO NOT PROCRASTINATE!!!!!!****
ASSIGNMENT #6…..CASE STUDIES
DUE SEPTEMBER 2nd…..1ST DAY OF SCHOOL
ASSIGNMENT #7…… TEST CH. 1-4
SEPTEMBER 3rd ….2nd DAY OF SCHOOL 100pts
Please note that AP Psychology is an elective, college-level course with higher student
expectations than most courses taken by high school students.
Students who come into the course with a background in some of the psychological
concepts discussed during the year will have an academic advantage in the class. Prior
knowledge allows students to speak intelligently on concepts and topics and have the
potential for more success on the AP Psychology exam in the spring.
THEREFORE, you must be studying the chapters that have been assigned to you and be
prepared for a test of the major concepts upon your return to school. You will also have
many follow-up quizzes as you are not allowed to forget the terminology.
REMEMBER, the AP Psychology exam is essentially a giant vocabulary test. If you do
not know what you are talking about you will not do well. You must be studying
constantly in order to succeed in the class as well as on the exam.
These assignments have been given to you on Thursday June 4th 2015. You
have ample time to begin all work and complete all assignments for the
scheduled due dates. It is in your best interest to begin working as soon as
possible. You must also be studying continuously in this course as there are
constant tests and quizzes which begin the first week of school.
Remember this is Advanced Placement, meaning college level course for
which you could receive college credit. Therefore, the standards of the course
are held as such.
****Late work will NOT be accepted****
Psychology Research Paper
Overview: Write a short term paper on a specific topic of interest within Psychology.
This is a very open ended because I would like for you to choose a topic that you are
interested in and excited about studying. Your paper should go beyond the textbook to
explore a specific area in depth. This paper should include the research findings,
background/history/pervasiveness of the topic, and any other information that is relevant
to the topic.
Topic: See the attached page for topic suggestions. I must approve topics.
Formatting
 The paper should be a maximum of three (3) complete typed pages in the body of
the text. The three-page maximum does not include the cover page, references.
 Avoid excessive use of lists, outlines, bulleted points, figures, and tables in the
text. Use direct quotations sparingly.
 The margins should be one inch on all sides. All text should be double-spaced.
 Text should be 10 or 12 points in size, Times New Roman in a standard style
(e.g., do not use all capitals or all bold text).
 The paper must be formatted in the style of the American Psychological
Association (APA). Do not use MLA formatting. You can go to
https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/ for APA formatting. I
understand this will be your first time using this format, so do your best.
 The paper must have at least four sources, of which no more than one (1) can be
“at large” i.e. from a magazine. Books and research papers are better sources.
Grading: The paper is worth 100 points. The papers will be graded on the following
criteria:
Content (45 points): The paper must adequately cover the empirical research,
background/history/pervasiveness of the topic with the most up-to-date research findings
and information.
Sources (20 points): The number and quality of the sources is important. Books and
professional journal articles are better sources than most web-based information.
Good sources: Books, articles from peer-reviewed scientific journals (e.g.,
Trends in Neuroscience, The Journal of Experimental Psychology)
Fair sources: Newsweek and other news magazines, Psychology Today,
newspaper articles, web sites from reputable sources (e.g., NIMH)
Unacceptable sources: Encyclopedias, health web sites (e.g., Webmd.com), web
sites made by people without professional training in the field. WIKIPEDIA IS
NEVER A SOURCE!!!!!
Writing, grammar, and spelling (20 points)
APA format (15 points): The paper must follow APA formatting. The details of APA
style will be covered in a lecture and a handout.
Plagiarism and academic dishonesty: Plagiarism is copying the works of others, and
then presenting them as your own. This is strictly forbidden. All direct quotes must have
quotation marks and a citation. You must put information from other sources in your own
words.
To turn in: Your paper must be turned in by no later than 12pm on Friday, August 1st. If
I receive your assignment 1min late, it will not be accepted and you will receive a grade
of a 0. You have 2 months to complete this paper, therefore, I suggest you DO NOT
PROCRASTINATE!!!!
Possible Topic Ideas
Addiction
Anxiety
Attachment
Attention
Attention Deficit Disorders
Attitude formation
Bystander intervention (or pro-social
behavior)
Conflicts
Conformity
Cooperation versus Competition
Decision-making
Eating disorders
Effects of the environment on learning
Eyewitness testimony
Fears and phobias
First impressions
Gender roles
Happiness
Humor
Learned optimism/helplessness
Nonverbal communication
Obedience to authority
Parenting Styles
Personality traits (trait theories)
Positive psychology
Stress and coping
Taste and smell
Theories of intelligence
Article Analysis
THE BOOK:
You will need a copy of: Forty Studies That Changed Psychology, sixth edition by
Roger R. Hock
ISBN#: 013603599… you can get a copy on amazon.com. Price fluctuates…around $16.
You will be required to read 10 selections and do the work for the Forty Studies book –
the specific assignment is below. This assignment must be typed in Times New Roman,
12pt. Font, SINGLE SPACED, no more than 1 page each. All responses must be neatly
bound together (stapled) to be handed in on the first day of school. Be sure to back up
all of your work. DO NOT ASK ME TO PRINT OUT YOUR ASSIGNMENT, IF
YOU DO IT WILL BE CONSIDERED LATE AND YOU WILL RECEIVE A
GRADE OF 0!!
A. Required Readings:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Biology and Human Behavior. One Brain or Two?, Gazzaniga, M.S. (1967).
Perception and Consciousness. Un-romancing the Dream, J.A., & McCarley, R.W. (1977).
Learning and Conditioning. It’s Not Just about Salivating Dogs!, Pavlov, I.P. (1977).
Intelligence, Cognition, and Memory. What You Expect Is What You Get, Rosenthal, R. &
Jacobson, L. (1966).
Human Development. Discovering Love, Harlow, H.F. (1958)
Emotion and Motivation. A Sexual Motivation…, Masters, W.H. & Johnson, V.E> (1966).
Personality. Are You the Master of Your Fate?, Rotter, J.B. (1966).
Psychopathology. Who’s Crazy Here, Anyway?, Rosenhan, D.L. (1973).
Psychotherapy. Choosing Your Psychotherapist, Smith, M.L. & Glass, G.V. (1977).
Social Psychology. Obey At Any Cost? Milgram, S. (1963).
B. Article Summaries
Follow the format below for each of the 10 studies. Be sure to answer EACH question.
1. What question was the researcher trying to answer?
2. Summarize the research methods used.
3. Summarize the results of the study.
4. Discuss ONE example of the significance of the study OR ONE criticism directed
toward
the research.
5. Discuss ONE example of subsequent research in this area OR recent applications of
this
study.
6. What did you learn? Were you surprised by the results? Did this study challenge any
of
your previous beliefs? Explain.
RETURN TO MRS. PERLIN TOMORROW
AP PSYCHOLOGY SUMMER CONTRACT
I have read the summer syllabus/assignments for AP Psychology and understand what is
expected of me. I am aware of the assigned due dates, late policy, and vacation policy
and that failure to submit all work promptly will result in reduced or failing grades.
Furthermore, I am fully aware and understand that failure to complete all summer
assignments will result in my removal from the course.
________________________
Student Name (Please Print)
________________________
Student Signature
I have read and reviewed the summer syllabus/assignments for AP Psychology with my
son/daughter. I am aware of the assigned due dates, late policy, and vacation policy and
that failure to submit work promptly will result in reduced or failing grades.
Furthermore, I am fully aware and understand that failure to complete all summer
assignments will result in the removal of my son/daughter from the course.
_________________________
Parent Name (Please Print)
____________________________
Parent Signature