Introduction to Psychology (110-0-20)
Instructors
Renee Suzanne Engeln
Meeting Info
Technological Institute AUD: Mon, Wed 3:30PM - 4:50PM
Overview of class
The purpose of this course is to present an introduction to and overview of the field of psychology. The topics we will cover include research methods, the biology of behavior and emotion, perception, memory, thinking and problem solving, emotion, social influences on behavior, personality, and psychological disorders. A combination of class lectures, readings, and laboratory experiences will convey a sense of the foundational questions and methods of the science of psychology. Overall, the goal of this course is to impart an initial understanding of some fundamentals of human nature and behavior, as well as instill a deeper appreciation for the science of psychology. To this end, several hours of an online laboratory experience are required across the quarter to allow you to have first¬hand experience of the way research is conducted in psychology. Alternatively, a paper (requiring roughly the same number of hours outside of class) reviewing primary research articles in psychology may be substituted for the laboratory experience. If you are under the age of 18, you must use the paper requirement to satisfy your laboratory credit.
Teaching Method
Lecture with some live demonstrations/activities
Evaluation Method
Grades will be based on three midterm examinations, completion of online adaptive quizzes, and three optional short papers.
Class Materials (Required)
Gazzaniga, M. (2022). Psychological Science, 7th edition. W.W. Norton, Publisher. ISBN: 978-0-393-88493-7.
We have made arrangements with the publisher for ebook access at a reduced price ($50). This price includes access to InQuizitive, an online quizzing platform that is required for the course. Details will be provided in the syllabus.
Class Attributes
Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area