General Psychology
Course Code:
PSY2012
Credit Hours:
3
Effective beginning:
2023-24
Sections:
001-004, 700, 701
Course Description:A course designed to give the student an adequate foundation in the field of psychology, to provide an understanding of human behavior and to enable the student to adapt himself to his physical and social environment. This is the prerequisite course for all advanced courses in psychology. It is recommended that this course be pursued only after completion of one semester of college study.
Course Details
Prerequisites:
A grade of “C” or higher is required to enter the ASDN program at Chipola.
Instructors:
Lennetta Loman-Greene
greenel@chipola.edu
Rachel Rackard
rackardr@chipola.edu
Tameka Russ
russt@chipola.edu
Willie E. Spires
spiresw@chipola.edu
Kassandra Starrine
starrinek@chipola.edu
Linda Morales
moralesl@chipola.edu
Jessica Craven
cravenj@chipola.edu
Kristen Hinson
hinsonk1@chipola.edu
Required textbooks/ course materials:
Ettinger, R.H. and Willie E. Spires, Psychology for the Everyday Encounter (LooseLeaf). 8th ed. Redding: BVT, 2020. ISBN: 9781517807313
Assignment/course outline:
See first-day handout.
Discipline-level learning outcomes:
SS-1 Identify behaviors and social trends, using appropriate research methodologies.
SS-2 Identify global influences on social, behavioral, and historical issue.
SS-3 Examine significant historical events.
SS-4 Identify differences and commonalities within diverse cultures.
Course-level learning outcomes:
| Course-level student learning outcomes | Discipline-level learning outcomes | Assessment methods |
|---|---|---|
|
Identify how the scientific method and research concepts are used in psychological research Identify the unique personality attributes among individuals Examine the fundamentals of psychological theories as they apply to the human condition Compare the human and fiscal cost associated with psychological disorders Identify how psychology impacts our lives in all interactions with others |
SS-1, SS-3 SS-1, SS-3, SS-4 SS-1, SS-3, SS-4 SS-1, SS-4 SS-1, SS-4 |
Tests, Quizzes, Writing Assignments |
Means of accomplishing learning outcomes:
Students will read all assigned materials.
Students will attend and participate in class discussions.
Students will research and prepare oral reports on various psychological topics.
Faculty will prepare and deliver lectures on various psychological topics.
Faculty will avail themselves for office appointments for students to explore their progress in the course as needed.
Faculty will advise students to use the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE Lab) for academic help when needed.
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