Fall 2016 Course Syllabi

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Lecture/Lab Schedule:
MWF 12:15-12:59pm
TH 1107
Textbook(s):
Recommended (Not Required): Myers, D. (2010). Psychology, 9th Ed. New York: Worth Publishers.
Course Requirements:
• Exams (4 exams (non-cumulative), each worth 50 points) 200 points
• Quizzes (10 quizzes, each worth 5 points) 50 points
• Term Paper 50 points
Total: 300 points
A 270 and above
B 240-269
C 210-239
D 180-209
F 179 and below
Major Assignments:
• Exams: There will be 4, non-cumulative, exams throughout the semester worth 50 points each.
Exams will cover information presented in class and from the textbook. Each exam will consist
of 50 multiple choice questions worth 1 point each.
• Quizzes: Ten (10) quizzes will be given randomly throughout the semester. Each quiz will be
worth 5 points, and will vary in nature (e.g., short answer, multiple choice, matching). Quizzes
cannot be made up under any circumstances. These quizzes will cover material presented in the
week’s readings and lectures.
• Term Paper: Each student will complete a term paper covering a psychological theory or
concept covered in class. Students should provide the history of the theory or concept, as well as
cite current research that utilizes the theory or concept. The term paper will be written in APA
style and should be between 2-4 pages (double-spaced). An informational lecture and discussion
over APA style, as well as paper requirements, will be given after the first exam.
Tentative Course Outline:
Week Date Day Topic Chapter
Week 1 8/24
8/26
Wednesday
Friday
Class Introduction
Thinking Critically with Psych. Science 1
Week 2 8/29
8/31
9/2
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Thinking Critically with Psych. Science
Biology of the Mind
Biology of the Mind
1
2
2
Week 3 9/5 Monday Labor Day (No Class)