Glendale Community College
North
Course
Syllabus*
Important
Student Links:
Psychology Department Web Page
PSY 101, Introduction to Psychology
Fall
2009
Section
14722, MW, 8:30-9:45 am, GCCN-A102
Section 57905,
MW, 11:30-12:45 pm, GCCN-A115
Instructor: Elizabeth Jacobs, Ph.D.
Email:
elizabeth.jacobs@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Web Page:
web.gccaz.edu/~ejacobs
Office:
Faculty
Resource Center,
Building “A”
Phone:
623.680.7607
Office Hours: MW: 10-11
am, TTHF: 9-10 am,
& by appointment
Course Objectives:
The purpose of this course is to introduce the
student to the major theories and concepts of Psychology, to help him or her
incorporate life experiences into the framework of Psychology, and to assist in
the development of critical thinking abilities in the area of scientific
research.
MCCD Course
Description and competencies
Textbooks:
Coon, D. (2009). Psychology, A modular approach to mind and behavior, 11th edition.
(Required)
Karafa, T.
and Moore, R. (2006). Study Guide for Coon's Psychology.
(Recommended)
Get
information about the GCC Bookstore or order your texts online
Attendance:
Attendance is required. In accordance with
GCC policy, you will be allowed two unexcused absences. A reasonable
explanation for missing class BEFORE the date of absence may constitute an
excused absence. After the third
absence, you may be withdrawn by me from the class. However, withdrawal
is the responsibility of the student and failure to attend may result in a
grade of "F." You are responsible for signing the attendance
sheet on the days that it is distributed. I STRONGLY URGE YOU ATTEND
EACH AND EVERY CLASS.
Tests:
Four
tests covering textbook material and class discussion and activities will be
administered throughout the semester. Test dates are listed on the
following agenda. Scantrons and #2 pencils are
required at test time.
Out of Class assignments:
Internet
or computer lab assignments will be required as part of your coursework.
Worksheets will be distributed during class or on my web page: web.gccaz.edu/~ejacobs. Scores on late
papers will be reduced by 50% for each day after the due date.
Getting
to the Computer Network:
To use campus
computer and login to your Palette Account on the GCC network, you will need
your Palette/eGCC Username and Password. Retrieve
your Palette/eGCC Username at the Library Commons Help
Desk in Building “B.”
Grade:
The
final grade for this course will be calculated based on the average percentage
from course and lab assignments, quizzes covering textbook and class
discussions, and attendance. Averages
are weighted as follows:
Chapter Tests: 65%, Out of
Class Activities: 25%, Attendance: 10% = 100%.
A = 90%, B = 80%, C = 70%,
D = 60%, F = <60%
No withdrawal will be
initiated after the guaranteed "w" date.
Special Needs:
If, because of disability, you need special
accommodations to take part in this class, please let me know.
Classroom Behavior:
It is assumed that students will complete
assignments alone and that classroom behavior will contribute to the learning
environment. Please refer to the GCC Student Handbook for attendance,
scholastic, and disciplinary standards.
Cell Phones/Tape Recorders/Visitors:
Unless you are expecting an emergency call, please
turn off pagers and telephones during class. Please do
not “text,” listen to music, or talk on your cell phone during class. It
is rude and disruptive and students doing so will be asked to leave class which
will result in an unexcused absence. Students may record class
proceedings but the instructor reserves the right to ask students to turn off
their recorders at any time during class. For insurance reasons, visitors
and children should not attend class.
Agenda
The following agenda includes the chapters covered
in this class and assigned for reading, test dates, and due dates. READ
the chapter from the text BEFORE the day it appears on the Agenda so that we
can discuss the chapter topics during class time. Clicking on the underlined links will take
you to the PowerPoint Presentation that will be used during class. Feel free to make a copy of the PPT handout
to reduce your note-taking time in class.
Fall 2009, Course Agenda
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August 24
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Welcome/College 101
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August 26, 31 Sept. 2
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Chapter 1, Introducing
Psychology and Research Methods
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Sept. 9, 14, 16
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Ch.2, Brain
& Behavior
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Sept. 21, 23
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Ch. 4, Sensation
& Perception
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Sept. 28
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Test #1, Chapters 1, 2, 4
Study Guide
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Sept. 30, Oct. 5
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Ch. 5, States
of Consciousness
Hypnosis and Drugs
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Oct. 7, 12
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Ch. 6, Conditioning
& Learning
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Oct. 14, 19
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Ch. 8, Cognition, Intelligence
& Creativity
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October 21
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Test #2, Ch. 5, 6, 8
Study Guide
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Oct. 26, 28
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Ch. 10, Personality
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Nov. 2 , 4
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Ch 11, Health, Stress & Coping
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November 9
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Test #3, Ch. 10, 11
Study Guide
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Nov. 16, 18, 23
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Ch. 12, Psychological
Disorders
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Nov. 25,
30, Dec. 2
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Ch. 13, Therapies
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Dec. 7, 9
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Ch 15, Social Behavior
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Week of Dec. 14th
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Test #4, Ch. 12, 13, 15
Study Guide
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*The instructor
reserves the right to change this syllabus to meet the needs of this particular
class.