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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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Psyc2301
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Section Number:
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Semester/Year:
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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. 5th edition. McGraw Hill. Connect Access ISBN: 9781264565115.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Toni Tucker
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth
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Telephone Number:
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940-230-5022
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E-mail Address:
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ttucker@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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8 am – 9:30 am
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8 am - 9:30 am
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11 am – 12 pm
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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.
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Describe the historical influences and early schools of thought that shaped the field of psychology.
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Describe some of the prominent perspectives and approaches used in the study of psychology.
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Use terminology unique to the study of psychology.
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Describe accepted approaches and standards in psychological assessment and evaluation.
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Identify factors in physiological and psychological process involved in human behavior.
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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1
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Exam
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150
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7
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Activities
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200
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10
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Quizzes
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100
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1
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Rough Draft/Final Paper
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50/150
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17
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Reading assignments/Participation
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230
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1
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Assessment
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50
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COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
Grade are determined on the following basis:
A= 90% 855 points or higher
B= 80 - 89% 760 - 854 points
C= 70 - 79% 665 – 759 points
D= 60 - 69% 570 – 664 points
F=Below 60% Below 569 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 16th week, at the start of class. 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. The exam date and time is set and cannot be changed.
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.
Activities:
There are six activities. Each one is worth 30 points. Each chapter has a graded reading assignment. These may be found within the assignments tab in Canvas.
Research Paper(RP):
Students are required to complete a research paper 3 to 5 pages in length. This paper should include the contributions that a theorist has made to the field of psychology. The research should include methodology and possible ethical issues. A rough draft of the paper must be uploaded Oct 28th. Access to upload the research paper will be found under the assignments section. The final paper is due November 18th.
Tentative Schedule (all tests & reading assignments close at 11:59 pm on due date)
Aug 24 Introduction & start Chpt 1
Aug 26 Cont. Chpt 1, Begin Chpt 2
Aug 31 Chpts 1 Quiz & assignments due
Sep 02 Chpt 2 Quiz & assignments due
Sep 07 Begin Chpt 3
Sep 09 Chpt 3 test & assignments due
Begin Chpt 4
Sep 14 Cont. Chpt 4
Sep 16 Chpt 4 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 5
Sep 21 Chpt. 5 Quiz & assignments due Cont.
Begin Chpt 6
Sep 23 Cont. Chpt 6
Sep 28 Chpt 6 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 7
Sep 30 Chpt 7 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 8
Oct 05 Chpt 8 Quiz & assignment due
Begin Chpt 9
Oct 07 Cont. Chpt 9
Chpt 9 Quiz & assignment due
Oct 12 Begin Chpt 10
Oct 14 Chpt 10 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 11
Oct 19 Chpt 11 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 12
Oct 21 Cont. Chpt 12
Oct 28 Chpt 12 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 13
Nov 02 Cont. Chpt 13
Rough draft of research paper due
Nov 04 Chpt 13 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 14
Nov 09 Chpt 14 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 15
Nov 11 Cont. Chpt 15
Nov 16 Chpt 15 Quiz & assignments due
Nov 18 Begin Chpt 16
Final Research paper due
Nov 23 Chpt 16 Quiz & assignments due
Begin Chpt 17
Nov 30 Chpt 17 Quiz & reading assignments due
Dec 02 Review
Dec 07 Finals week
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 November 1, 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
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
X Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
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)]”.
Instructor-specific Academic Dishonesty Policy:
Students will be given a zero for an assignment or for the course due to academic dishonesty. Please ask for help if you do not understand how to give proper credit to sources when writing papers. You may also visit our library for additional information: http://www.nctc.edu/library/research-help/CitationGuides.html
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Donna Smith
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Office Location:
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Corinth Campus, Room 208
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6266
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E-mail Address:
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dhooper@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Sara Flusche
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus, Room 1312
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3321
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E-mail Address:
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sflusche@nctc.edu
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COVID-19 Specific Syllabi Statements Fall 2021
Syllabi statement regarding potential 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 or other health related crisis, 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 27, 2021 and are subject to change as conditions change.
Syllabi Statement Regarding Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students are not required to wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. In May, Texas Governor Gregg Abbott released an Executive Order prohibiting Government entities from mandating the use of masks. As a political subdivision of the State of Texas, NCTC will follow the Governor’s Executive Order for Government entities and effective immediately NCTC is no longer mandating the use of masks while on campus. This order does not mean that you cannot choose to wear a mask, rather it is no longer allowed to be mandated. These policies and procedures were updated on May 19, 2021 and are subject to change.
Return to Standard Attendance Protocol for Face-to-Face Meetings: In spring 2020, we faced an unprecedented situation in which all of us had to 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 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 fall 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