HOLY ANGEL UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ARTS and SCIENCES BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY
COURSE OUTLINE IN INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Psychology
COURSE CODE: INTROPSY NUMBER OF UNITS: 3 units CONTACT HOURS: 3 hours Pre-requisite subject/s: NONE
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Assignments, Essays, Quizzes, Journal, Learning Paper, Midterms and Final Exams
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A broad coverage of the conceptual and empirical foundations of psychology in its main fields. The discussion of the theories, concepts and empirical findings focuses on complex human behavior – how and why we think, feel and behave the way we do, how we act and interact with others, and why and how we become the unique individuals that we are.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of the course, students are expected to:
1. Differentiate basic concepts in Psychology by demonstrating an understanding of theories, principles, concepts, and skills in psychology and critically evaluate the established principles in psychology.
2. Recognize new information related to psychology (e.g., theory, concepts, data) that may be presented in various forms and from various sources.
3. Demonstrate a holistic approach in the understanding of human behavior characterized by objective inquiry and open-minded acceptance of the whole range of human experience.
4. Evaluate classroom activities based on sound psychological principles that will help enhance the physical, social, emotional, spiritual and psychological
development of the whole person.
5. Demonstrate increased awareness and commitment towards improving one’s attitude, personality, sense of values, behavior, and social relations.
6. Construct personal skills and values that promote gender sensitivity, family growth and development.
COURSE CONTENT
MIDTERM PERIOD FINAL PERIOD
1. The Science of Psychology 2. The Biological Perspective 3. Sensation and Perception 4. Consciousness
1. Learning 2. Memory
3. Cognition: Thinking, Intelligence and Language
4. Development Across the Lifespan 5. Motivation and Emotion
GRADING SYSTEM:
Grading Scheme: 70% Class Standing & 30% Major Examination(s) Formula:
CSM- Class Standing Midterms ME- Midterm Examination CSF- Class Standing Final FE- Final Examination Final Grade = 70% (CSM) + 30% (ME) + 70% (CSF) + 30% FE)
60% Passing
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Boston: Houghton Mifflin
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Sage Publications.
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6. Bernstein, D. (2014). Essentials of psychology (6th ed.). Australia: Cengage Learning.
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8. Hergenhahn, B.R., & Henley, T.B. (2014). An Introduction to the history of psychology (7th ed.). Australia: Cengage Learning.
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