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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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General Psychology
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Course Prefix & Number:
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PSYC 2301
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Section Number:
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405
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Semester/Year:
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Spring 2021
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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3
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Lab Hours:
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0
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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.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Required Course Materials:
King, Laura A. The Science of Psychology. 4th edition. McGraw Hill. ISBN 9781260223545
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Jennifer Doran
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth / Room 337
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Telephone Number:
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(940) 498-6424
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E-mail Address:
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jdoran@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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9 am to 4 pm; Online and by appointment
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3 to 6 pm; Online and by appointment
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9 am to 4 pm; Online and by appointment
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3 to 6 pm; Online and by appointment
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9 am to 4 pm; Online and by appointment
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It is my goal to return all phone calls and emails within 24 hours.
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education
Course Manual/NCTC Catalog
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Identify various research methods and their characteristics used in the scientific study of psychology. (Chapter Two)
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Describe the historical influences and early schools of thought that shaped the field of psychology. (Chapter One)
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Describe some of the prominent perspectives and approaches used in the study of psychology. (All Chapters)
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Use terminology unique to the study of psychology. (All Chapters)
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Describe accepted approaches and standards in psychological assessment and evaluation.
(Chapters Eight, Twelve, Fifteen)
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Identify factors in physiological and psychological processes involved in human behavior.
(Chapter Three and throughout class)
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GRADING CRITERIA
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Graded Course Elements
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Point Value
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Percentage of Final Grade
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1.
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Exams
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400 points
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40%
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2.
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Class Activities / Participation
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200 points
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20%
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Chapter Quizzes
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150 points
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15%
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4.
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Article Review
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100 points
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10%
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Institutional Assessment
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50 points
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5%
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6.
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Case Study Assignment
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100 points
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10%
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TOTAL:
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1,000 points
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100 %
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- Exams (400 points): We will have four exams that are worth 100 points each. Please bring a scantron, notebook paper and a #2 pencil to class on exam days. Exams will cover material from our text and material from class. In the event of a documented emergency, a make-up (for ONE missed exam) may be offered on the day of the final. Please refrain from phone use or restroom trips during exams.
- Class Activities / Participation (200 points): During class we will complete activities that help to reinforce the course concepts. Credit can only be earned if the student is present. Grade will be determined by reviewing assignments, attendance records, and by observation.
- Chapter Quizzes (150 points): Due in Canvas each week, these quizzes are multiple choice and are based on the text and accompanying lectures.
- Article Review (100 points): Due in Week Nine, this assignment will involve critical analysis of an approved journal article. See the document in Canvas for template and additional details.
- Institutional Assessment (50 points): This assignment will be completed in Canvas and is due in Week 13. Please see the quiz in Canvas (under Week 13) for additional details.
- Case Study Assignment (100 points): Due in Week 15. Please see the document in Canvas and the rubric below for additional details.
TOTAL: 1,000 possible points
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RUBRIC
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ARTICLE REVIEW and CASE STUDY ASSIGNMENT
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Grading Criteria
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Excellent
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Proficient
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Approaches Expectations
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Does Not Meet Expectations
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Content Relevance, Accuracy and Organization
~Up to 80 points
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61-80 points
**Presents appropriate material clearly and in a well-organized manner.
**Writing clearly demonstrates sound understanding of subject matter.
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41-60 points
**Presents material in a somewhat organized manner.
**Writing demonstrates a degree of understanding of subject matter.
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21-40 points
**Presents somewhat relevant material but organization is not fully achieved. **Writing demonstrates some understanding but some uncertainty with subject matter.
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0-20 points
**Content is unclear. Overall organization is difficult or impossible to follow.
**Writing demonstrates a lack of knowledge with regard to the subject matter.
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Sources
~Up to 10 points
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9-10 points
**Cites all data obtained from sources.
**Sources are reliable and APA citation style is accurate.
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6-8 points
**Cites most data obtained from sources.
**Sources are largely reliable and APA citation style is somewhat accurate.
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3-5 points
**Cites minimal data obtained from sources.
**Sources are present but not reliable; errors in APA citation style are noted.
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0-2 points
**Does not cite sources.
** APA citation style is not evident.
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Mechanics
~Up to 10 points
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9-10 points
**Ideas are communicated clearly.
**Accurate grammar/spelling.
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6-8 points
**Ideas are generally communicated clearly.
**Grammar/spelling generally accurate.
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3-5 points
**Ideas are often unclear due to mechanical errors.
**Errors in grammar/spelling noted.
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0-2 points
**Message is lost due to significant mechanical errors.
**Significant errors in grammar/spelling are present.
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TOTAL POINTS EARNED
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/ 100 POINTS
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TENTATIVE COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE
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Week
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Date
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Topics
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Reading
(Please complete PRIOR to class.)
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1
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January 19
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Course Overview / Syllabus Activity
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Chapter 1
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January 21
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Timeline / Perspectives in Psychology
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2
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January 26
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Research in Psychology
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Chapter 2
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January 28
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Research in Psychology
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Chapter 2
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3
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February 2
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Neural Communication
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Chapter 3
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February 4
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The Brain, TBI
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4
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February 9
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Sensation vs. Perception / States of Consciousness / Sleep / Drug use / Review
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Chapter 4
(pg. 101-104 only)
Chapter 5
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February 11
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Exam 1 (Covers Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5)
Please bring scantron, #2 pencil and notebook paper. Exam will include multiple choice and essay questions.
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5
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February 16
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Classical Conditioning
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Chapter 6
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February 18
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Operant Conditioning
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6
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February 23
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Application: How WE Learn
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February 25
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Memory
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Chapter 7
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7
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March 2
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Forgetting
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March 4
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Thinking, Problem-solving and Intelligence
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Chapter 8
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8
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March 9
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Activity / Review
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March 11
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Exam 2 (Covers Chapters 6, 7, 8)
Please bring scantron, #2 pencil and notebook paper. Exam will include multiple choice and essay questions.
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9
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March 23
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Motivation and Emotion
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Chapter 10
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March 25
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Health Psychology and Wellness
Article Review Due
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Chapter 17
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10
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March 30
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Health Psychology and Wellness cont.
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April 1
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Theories of Personality
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Chapter 12
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April 6
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Theories of Personality: cont. / Review
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April 8
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Exam 3 (Covers Chapters 10, 17, 12)
Please bring scantron, #2 pencil and notebook paper. Exam will include multiple choice and essay questions.
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12
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April 13
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Psychological Disorders ~ Mood Disorders
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Chapter 15
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April 15
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Psychological Disorders ~ Schizophrenia
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13
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April 20
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Perspectives on Disorders
Institutional Assessment Due
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April 22
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Psychological Disorders (cont.)
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14
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April 27
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Treating Psychological Disorders
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Chapter 16
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April 29
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Treating Psychological Disorders (cont.)
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15
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May 4
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Social Psychology
Case Study Assignment Due
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Chapter 13
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May 6
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Wrap Up / Review
Extra Credit Projects Due
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16
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Final Exam: May 11th, 2021 11:00 a.m.
Exam 4 (Covers Chapters 15, 16, and 13)
Please bring scantron and #2 pencil. Exam will include multiple choice questions.
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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’s 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)
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is April 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)_______
o Communication
o Mathematics
o Life and Physical Science
o Language, Philosophy & Culture
o Creative Arts
o Government/Political Science
X Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
o American History
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
X Critical Thinking
X Communication
X Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
o Personal Responsibility
X Social Responsibility
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
X Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
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 any of these topics. You may also visit our library for additional information: http://www.nctc.edu/library/research-help/CitationGuides.html
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
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Adam Ramsey
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus, Room 814
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731, ext. 4925
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E-mail Address:
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aramsey@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Dr. Bruce King
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Office Location:
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316 E Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201
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Telephone Number:
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940-380-2504
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E-mail Address:
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bking@nctc.edu
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