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General Psychology (PSY 2012) Fall 2007 |
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Required Text |
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Zimbardo, P. G., Johnson, R. L., & Weber, A. L. (2005). Psychology: Core concepts, (5th ed.). |
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General Psychology (PSY 2012) Fall 2007 |
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Required Text |
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Zimbardo, P. G., Johnson, R. L., & Weber, A. L. (2005). Psychology: Core concepts, (5th ed.). |
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Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon. |
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Recommended Text |
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American Psychological Association. (2001). Publication manual of the American Psychological |
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Association (5th ed.). Washington, DC: Author. |
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Course Catalog Description |
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A survey of methods, theories, and body of knowledge of contemporary psychology, including such topics as learning, motivation, sensation and perception, development, thinking, personality, social behavior, psychological adjustment, and methods of therapy. (General Studies Course: SS/BEH) |
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Course Objectives |
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This course is designed to give you an introduction to the major areas of theory and research in psychology. Psychology is a field of study that has great relevance to our everyday lives. We form our own theories about human behavior and are exposed to other’s theories daily through social interaction and the media. This course will teach you about the scientific knowledge of human behavior and help you to critically evaluate psychological theories and findings you are exposed to in your everyday life. By the end of this course you should have a deeper understanding of your own behavior and the behavior of other people. |
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Student Learning Outcomes |
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Students who successfully complete this course should be able to: |
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Identify and Explain different fields of study, both current and historical, within psychology. |
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Recognize and apply the specialized terminology, concepts, and theories that characterize the |
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research and knowledge base for the biological, individual psychological, and social | |
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Identify and Explain methodologies used for psychological research. |
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Critically evaluate psychological theories and research. |
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| Explain how biology and environment interact to produce human behavior, thought and feelings. | ||
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Correctly use the editorial style of the American Psychological Association. |
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Describe and Apply ethical principles to the treatment of humans in research and therapeutic contexts. |
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Identify and explain social and cultural influences on behavior, thought, and feelings. |
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| Syllabus | Click Here to Download (PDF Format) | ||
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University of West Florida | Department of Psychology | 11000 University Pkwy. | Pensacola, FL 32514 | (850) 474-2000 |
