JOHN A. LOGAN COLLEGE C. Brandon SM 14 PSY 132 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 cr. (3-0) COURSE DESCRIPTION: General Psychology is an introductory course including the study of scientific research and application in regard to the psychological areas of affect, behavior, and cognition. This course is offered in the belief that an introduction to the many facets of psychology is an important part of anyone s general educational development. Therefore, a general goal of this course is to prepare students to be informed critical thinkers of contemporary psychology, as well as to provide a foundation for further study in psychology. PREREQUISITES: None COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Read and critically analyze research and the methods of research in psychology. 2. List the various sub-fields of psychology and how they are generally employed. 3. Understand the relationship of biology and behavior and identify the major functions of the brain. 4. Identify the senses and influences on perception. 5. Describe and demonstrate how learning occurs and can affect behavior. 6. Identify areas of psychometrics and analyze the controversy over the use of IQ testing. 7. Develop an understanding of the developmental changes from conception to older adulthood and death. 8. List the human drives and discuss motivational influences. 9. Describe emotions, including physiological changes and their effect on human behaviors. 10. Discuss the major theories of personality and critically analyze some of their strengths and weaknesses. 11. Describe various psychological disorders and present day therapies. The above list of objectives should not be interpreted as all inclusive. The textbook and classroom experience will cover many areas too numerous to mention.
2 COURSE OUTLINE: Gateways to: A. Introduction B. Introduction to Psychology and Research Methods Chapter 1 Quiz over Chapter 1 C. Brain and Behavior Chapter 2 D. Human Development Chapter 3 E. Sensation and Reality Chapter 4 F. States of Consciousness Chapter 5 Exam I Chapters 2, 3, 4, 5 G. Condition and Learning Chapter 6 Quiz over Chapter 6 H. Memory Chapter 7 I. Cognition, Language and Creativity Chapter 8 J. Intelligence Chapter 9 Exam II Chapters 7, 8, 9 K. Gender and Sexuality Chapter 11 Quiz over Chapter 11 L. Personality Chapter 12 M. Psychological Disorders Chapter 14 N. Therapies Chapter 15 Exam III Chapters 12, 14, 15 O. Health, Stress, and Coping Chapter 13 Quiz over Chapter 13 P. Social Thinking and Social Influence Chapter 16 Q. Prosocial and Antisocial Behavior Chapter 17 R. Applied Psychology Chapter 18 Exam IV (Final) Note: Study Guides will be handed out during the semester. COURSE REQUIREMENTS: A. Four exams will be given throughout the semester; the last one will be considered the final exam. Each exam will consist of 60 questions, multiple choice, true and false, and a short essay, matching. B. The exams represent objectives presented in class throughout the semester. These objectives reflect textbook material, as well as material presented by your instructor. After the objectives have been presented in class, it is the student s responsibility to obtain and master them.
3 C. The final exam will consist of items related to the last section of material and items comprehensive to concepts presented in class earlier in the semester. D. Four quizzes will be administered, one within each of the exam sections of material. Each quiz will be worth 10 points. E. Bonus Points: Four article reviews, 1-2 pages in length will be assigned; one within each of the exam sections of material. Each assignment is worth bonus points. A total of 20 bonus points may be earned by successfully completing all 4 article reviews: 5 points each; News Flashes related to psychological effects 2 points each; 5 allowed for each student bonus points total of 10. F. Attendance. John A. Logan College has an official attendance policy. Please consult your student handbook to familiarize yourself with this policy. An instructor has the prerogative to drop a student who does not comply with this policy. Attendance is monitored on a regular basis. Any absences without reasonable explanation may lower your grade. G. If, for any reason, you have to miss a quiz or an exam, you must call in advance, if possible. The instructor may change the format for any makeup quizzes or exams. H. There are no makeup bonus activities. A makeup hourly exam may be given if in the opinion of the instructor an adequate explanation is given prior to the test. All allowable makeup work must be completed before a deadline designated by the instructor. If, for any reason, you cannot take a test, call the College, Extension 8853, and leave a message. It is the responsibility of the student to contact the instructor concerning any allowable makeup work. I. No incomplete grade is considered by the instructor unless 3/4 of the course has been completed and evaluated with at least a grade of C or better. An incomplete grade must be discussed with the instructor, and is given only at the discretion of the instructor. J. Appropriate classroom conduct at the college level includes being on time and prepared for class, as well as behaving respectfully towards all others at all times. Tardiness, sleeping in class, working on other course materials during class, and any other forms of disrespect are beneath college standards and can result in being excused from the class. Do not come to class late. Turn cell phones off. Please also note the college policy on cheating and plagiarism. Student Success Center (Room C219). Services available for students include tutoring (both scheduled one-on-one tutoring and walk-in tutoring) and Disability Support Services. Students can drop in during the hours of operation for tutoring in the Math Help Room (C219 and C223) or the Biology Help Room (C243A). To receive one-onone tutoring, students should make a request early in the semester in the Student
4 Success Center. The Student Success Center is also the place to arrange accommodations. John A. Logan College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Contact the coordinator of Disability Support Services, Room C219B, ext. 8516, for more information. The coordinator must determine eligibility and arrange appropriate academic accommodations. However, it is the student s responsibility to register in advance of a school term with Disability Support Services and to turn in a class schedule each term to ensure accommodations are arranged. Free educational workshops are also provided by the Student Success Center throughout the semester. For more information, visit the Student Success Center website at www.jalc.edu/student_success) English Writing Center/Tutoring. For assistance with writing assignments in any college courses, students are encouraged to visit the Writing Center in C214. English instructors are available for one-on-one tutoring each semester during hours posted at the center. Financial Aid. Students who receive financial assistance and completely withdraw from classes prior to 60% of the semester being completed (approximately 2-3 weeks after midterm) could be responsible to return a portion of their Federal Pell Grant award. Prior to withdrawing from courses, students should contact the Financial Aid Office. Course Withdrawal Information. It is expected that you will attend this class regularly. If you stop attending for any reason, you should contact your advisor and withdraw officially to avoid the posting of a failing grade (an E) to your transcript. It is also advisable to discuss the situation with your instructor before dropping. Administrative Withdrawal. A student may be withdrawn from a class for lack of attendance/participation as defined below. Logging into an online course is not sufficient to be considered participation. Participation for online courses is defined as an active process and may include posting/sending assignments to the drop box or instructor s email, participating in online discussion boards, taking quizzes or exams, or otherwise communicating and/or participating in some manner that is approved by the instructor. A student who has been administratively withdrawn from class will receive an email notification from the Admissions Office. This notification will outline the student s appeal options if the student wishes to re-enroll in the course. Face-to-Face Class (8 or 16 weeks) Online Class (8 week) Online Class (16 week) Student may be withdrawn from class if the student has missed four (4) consecutive class periods without prior notification to the instructor of the absences. Student may be withdrawn from class if the student has not participated (as indicated by activity reports) in the online class for the equivalent of one week. Student may be withdrawn from class if the student has not participated (as indicated by activity reports) in the online class for the equivalent of two weeks.
5 Safety Review Request. Our safety at JALC is everyone s responsibility! Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to use the Safety Review Request, https://secure.jalc.edu/campus_safety/safety_review_request_form.php, link on the JALC home page or contact Campus Safety directly (Ext. 8218 or Room E105) to report safety concerns or questions. This statement comes from the John A. Logan College Campus Violence Prevention Committee. METHOD OF EVALUATION: Methods and Possible Points Final Grading Scale: Exam I 60 A = 280-252 Exam II (Midterm) 60 B = 251-224 Exam III 60 C = 223-196 Exam IV 60 D = 195-168 Quizzes (10 pts. each) 40 E = Below 168 Total 280 Bonus Article Review 20 points added on at the end of the semester; 5 points each; Bonus points Flash points 2 points each five per student Total 10. METHOD OF PRESENTATION: Lecture-discussion, demonstration, overhead projection, videotape, handouts, and group work. TEXT: Introduction to Psychology: Gateways to Mind and Behavior, 13 th Edition, Dennis Coon. ISBN-10: 111183363X INSTRUCTOR: Carolyn R. Brandon Office Hours: DuQuoin: MW 11:30 12:00 E-mail: carolynbrandon@jalc.edu On campus phone: 985-2828, Ext. 8853 DATE: Summer, 2014
6 John A. Logan College Telephone Numbers Carterville Campus Carterville and Williamson County... (618) 985-2828, (618) 985-3741 Carbondale and Jackson County... (618) 457-7676, (618) 549-7335 Du Quoin area... (618) 542-8612 West Frankfort area... (618) 937-3438 Crab Orchard, Gorham, and Trico Areas... 1-800-851-4720 Alongi DQ Extension Center... (618) 542-9210 West Frankfort Extension Center... (618) 932-6639 John A. Logan College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender orientation. 05-29-14-1d SM 14