PSYC 2301 0402 - INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

Introduction

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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

 

Course Title:

General Psychology

Course Prefix & Number: 

Psyc2301

Section Number: 

 

Semester/Year:

Fall/2020

Semester Credit Hours:

3

Lecture Hours:

3

Lab Hours:

0

Course Description (NCTC Catalog):

General Psychology is a survey of the major psychological topics, theories and approaches to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.

                                                                          

Course Prerequisite(s): None

Required Course Materials:

King, Laura A. The Science of Psychology. 4th edition. McGraw Hill.  ISBN 9781260223545

 
             

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:

Toni Tucker

Campus/Office Location:

Corinth/

Telephone Number:

940-230-5022

E-mail Address:

ttucker@nctc.edu

 

OFFICE HOURS

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

7:30 am - 8 am

 

7:30 am – 8 am

 

 

9:30 am - 10 am

 

9:30 am – 10 am

 

 

 

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog)

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

 

Identify various research methods and their characteristics used in the scientific study of psychology.

 

Describe the historical influences and early schools of thought that shaped the field of psychology.

 

Describe some of the prominent perspectives and approaches used in the study of psychology.

 

Use terminology unique to the study of psychology.

 

Describe accepted approaches and standards in psychological assessment and evaluation.

 

Identify factors in physiological and psychological process involved in human behavior.

 

 

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements

Graded Course Elements

Percentage or Point Values

1

Exam

150

6

Activities

200

10

Quizzes

100

1

Paper

150

17

Reading assignments/Participation

200

1

Assessment

50

 

COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)

 

Grade are determined on the following basis:

 

A= 90%                  771 - 850        points or higher

 

B= 80 - 89%          685 - 770        points

 

C= 70 - 79%          599 – 684       points

 

D= 60 - 69%          510 – 598       points

 

F=Below 60%     Below 510    points

 

Quizzes:

A section quiz will be given, starting the 2nd day.  All quizzes will consist of multiple choice and/or true false questions.  The quizzes will be over the related chapters which are being discussed and content may include class lecture material. 

 

Exams:

A chapter exam will be given during the final week.  The exam will consist of multiple choice and/or true false questions.  The exam will be over the related chapters which are being discussed each week and content may include class lecture material. 

 

Reading Assignments:

Each chapter has a graded reading assignment. These assignments may be found within the assignments tab of this campus course.  Each reading assignment is worth 10 points and you must complete them before the assigned deadlines.

 

Research Paper(RP):

Students are required to complete a research paper 3 to 5 pages in length. This paper should include the contributions that the theory has made or will make to the field of psychology.  Additionally, the student must present a topic he or she would study using the theory as a foundation.  The research should include methodology and possible ethical issues.  A rough draft of the paper must be uploaded Mar 1.  Access to upload the research paper will be found under the assignments section. The final paper is due April 19, 2021.  

 

Grading Rubric:

 

RUBRIC

for

 RESEARCH PAPER

Grading Criteria

Excellent

Proficient

Approaches Expectations

Does Not Meet Expectations

Content Relevance, Accuracy and Organization

 

~Up to 100 points

 

 

Critical Thinking:

Communication,

Understanding and applying psychology concepts and foundation.

75-100 points

 

 

Identify and discuss the background and contributions of a prominent theorist to psychology. 

Describe the approach and theories in relationship to the theorist.

Identify and discuss less known facts in relation to the theorist (i.e. other work completed in human services or other field).

 

50-75 points

 

Discusses some details on the theorist and his or his contributions to psychology.

Describes some details of the approach or theories in relationship to the theorist.

 

Explains some details methodology and/or research methods.

 

25-50 points

 

Does not discuss the theorist and/or the contributions.

 

Fails to describe the approach or theory.

Fails to identify less known facts about the theorist.

.

 

 

0-25 points

 

 

Content is unclear.   Overall organization is difficult to follow. 

**Writing demonstrates a lack of knowledge with regard to the subject matter.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Sources

 

~Up to 25 points

15-25 points

 

Provide relevant and reliable sources relating to the theorist. 

 

**Cites all data obtained from sources.

**Sources are reliable and APA citation style is accurate.

 

10-15 points

 

Provides at least one relevant or reliable source on the theorist.

 

**Cites most data obtained from sources.

**Sources are largely reliable and APA citation style is somewhat accurate.

 

5-10 points

 

Fails to provide relevant or reliable sources for sources relating to the theorist.

 

**Cites minimal data obtained from sources.

**Sources are present but not reliable; errors in APA citation style are noted.

0-5 points

 

**Sources are not reliable .

**Does not cite sources.

** APA citation style is not evident.

 

 Mechanics

 

 

~Up to 25 points

15-25 points

**Ideas are communicated clearly.

**Accurate grammar/spelling.

 

10-15 points

**Ideas are generally communicated clearly.

**Grammar/spelling generally accurate.

 

5-10 points

**Ideas are often unclear due to mechanical errors.

**Errors in grammar/spelling noted.

 

0-5 points

**Message is lost due to significant mechanical errors.

**Significant errors in grammar/spelling are present.

TOTAL POINTS EARNED

 

 / 125 POINTS

 

 

 

Tentative Schedule (all tests & reading assignments close at 11:59 pm on due date)

 

Jan 20    Introduction, Start Chpt 1 & 2

Jan 25    Cont. Chpt 1 & 2

 

Jan 27   Chpt 1 & 2 reading assignments and quiz due; begin Chpt 3

Feb 08   Chpt 3 discussion, reading assignments and quiz due

 

Feb 10    Begin Chpt 4 & 5 discussions

Feb 15    Cont Chpt 4 & 5 reading assignments and quiz due

 

Feb 17   Chpt 6 discussion

Feb 17   Chpt 6 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Feb 22  Chpt 7 discussion

Feb 22  Chpt 7 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Feb 24   Chpt 8 discussion

Mar 1  Chpt 8 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Mar 1  Rough Draft of paper Due

Mar 3  Chpt 9 discussion

Mar 8  Chpt 9 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Mar 10  Chpt 10 discussion         

Mar 10 Chpt 10 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Mar 22  Chpt 11 discussion

Mar 22  Chpt 11 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Mar 24  Chpt 12 discussion

Mar 29  Chpt 12 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Apr 05  Last day to withdraw with a “W”

Apr 14   Chpt 13 discussion

Apr 14   Chpt 13 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Apr 19 Chpt 14 discussion

Apr 21 Chpt 14 reading assignment and quiz due

 

Apr 26  Chpt 15 discussion       

Apr 28  Chpt 15 reading assignment and quiz due

 

May 3  Chpt 16 discussion, reading assignment and quiz due

Apr 19 Final Paper due

May 3  Chpt 17 discussion

May 5  Review

 

May 10   Final Exam 

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor.  It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member.  Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor.  A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam.  Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives.  Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Additional Instructor-specific Absence Policy:

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is Apr 5, 2021.

 

DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).

Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc.  Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.

For support, please contact the counselors at (940) 498-6207 or (940) 668-4321.  Alternatively, students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.

 

 

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)_______         

 

             Communication

             Mathematics                    

             Life and Physical Science

             Language, Philosophy & Culture

             Creative Arts

 

             Government/Political Science

X             Social and Behavioral Sciences

             Component Area Option

             American History

 

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)

 

X             Critical Thinking

X             Communication

X             Empirical and Quantitative

 

             Teamwork

             Personal Responsibility

X             Social Responsibility

 

COURSE TYPE

             Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

X             Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

             WECM Course

 

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.

 

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”. 

 

Students may earn a zero for an assignment or for a course due to academic dishonesty.   Please come to me for help with giving proper credit when doing research.   You may also visit our library for additional information:  http://www.nctc.edu/library/research-help/CitationGuides.html

 

 

COVID-19 Specific Statement                                                                   

 

 

Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Wear a mask, stay safe, and contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change as conditions change.

 

Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students must wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. Students without coverings, or those who do not comply with the rules relating to face coverings, will not be able to participate in on-campus classroom activities. To request an exception to this requirement, students should contact the NCTC HR Office of Enrollment Management (ccove@nctc.edu). Failure to comply with the face coverings requirement may result in the Instructor directing the student to leave the classroom. Any student asked to leave the classroom may be referred to the student conduct officer. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

 

Temporary COVID-19 Attendance Policy for Face-to-Face Meetings: We are facing an unprecedented situation in which all of us must be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.

 

Faculty will:

 

  • Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.

 

Students should:

  • Provide notification to campus officials (via NCTC Daily Health Check protocol through Canvas) if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
  • Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
  • Connect with that class through Webex if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
  • Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
  • Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
  • Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
  • Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.

During the spring 2021 semester, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.

Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html

 

 

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS

Name of Chair/Coordinator:

Adam Ramsey

Office Location:

Gainesville Campus, Room 814

Telephone Number:

940-668-7731, ext. 4925

E-mail Address:

aramsey@nctc.edu

Name of Instructional Dean:

Dr. Bruce King

Office Location:

1500 North Corinth St, Corinth, TX 76208-5408

Telephone Number:

940-498-6464

E-mail Address:

bking@nctc.edu

 

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