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Psychology Digital Syllabus
Psychology is the study of Mind & Behavior
Psychology is the study of mind and behavior. It is an academic discipline and an applied science which seeks to understand individuals and groups by establishing general principles and researching specific cases
My promise to the learners:
It is my goal to make all material relevant and meaningful. It is thus, my promise to present information and activities that will thoughtfully engage and give a greater understanding of what factors have shaped our emotions, thinking and mental health. Readings or activities done outside of class are assigned because it will genuinely help the students understand the material we are covering. I challenge students to critically evaluate what we learn and discuss in class and ask questions about how that material relates to an essential understanding of both our mind and our behaviors.
My promise to the learners:
It is my goal to make all material relevant and meaningful. It is thus, my promise to present information and activities that will thoughtfully engage and give a greater understanding of what factors have shaped our emotions, thinking and mental health. Readings or activities done outside of class are assigned because it will genuinely help the students understand the material we are covering. I challenge students to critically evaluate what we learn and discuss in class and ask questions about how that material relates to an essential understanding of both our mind and our behaviors.
Class Objectives
Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) is known as the father of psychoanalysis.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the history of psychology and its development.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method used in the study psychology.
- To provide students with knowledge of, and ability to, apply research and statistical techniques commonly used in psychology.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the basic vocabulary of psychology.
- Describe the basic theories of psychology; how they came to be and are used today.
- Demonstrate an appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual's personality.
- Demonstrate an understanding and application of the seven "famous" psychological experiments of the last 100 years.
Grading and Summary of Course Work
Grades will be based on the following categories
80 % Summative (Assessments/Tests/Projects)
20 % Formative (Warm-Ups/Homework/etc)
50% Missing Work Policy:
Once a formative assignment is late, a default score of 50% will be designated in the grade book. Students will still be allowed to make up any assignments given a 50% score for full credit. Please note, however, there are four late work deadlines during the semester.
It is also important to note that only summative assessments can be done late or retaken for a higher grade. Those needing to turn in a summative assessment late or retake it for a high score must complete it by the late deadline. After the nearest late work deadline has passed, no make-ups for that summative assessment will be allowed. The late work deadlines for the school year are:
Schoolwide Late work Deadlines:
Semester 1: Oct 10; Nov 1 Dec. 6th; Jan 22
Semester 2: To Be Announced
Class Symbols and Codes to be Aware of:
Below are a list of class codes and symbols to be aware of when viewing assignments on Google Classroom and Student Vue.
✔️General Material for this class
✅Material needed for completing assignments
❗️Graded assignment or assessment due for this class
80 % Summative (Assessments/Tests/Projects)
20 % Formative (Warm-Ups/Homework/etc)
50% Missing Work Policy:
Once a formative assignment is late, a default score of 50% will be designated in the grade book. Students will still be allowed to make up any assignments given a 50% score for full credit. Please note, however, there are four late work deadlines during the semester.
It is also important to note that only summative assessments can be done late or retaken for a higher grade. Those needing to turn in a summative assessment late or retake it for a high score must complete it by the late deadline. After the nearest late work deadline has passed, no make-ups for that summative assessment will be allowed. The late work deadlines for the school year are:
Schoolwide Late work Deadlines:
Semester 1: Oct 10; Nov 1 Dec. 6th; Jan 22
Semester 2: To Be Announced
Class Symbols and Codes to be Aware of:
Below are a list of class codes and symbols to be aware of when viewing assignments on Google Classroom and Student Vue.
✔️General Material for this class
✅Material needed for completing assignments
❗️Graded assignment or assessment due for this class
Attendance Tardies and Cell Phones
Attendance:
Being in class is the number one predictor of student success. Due to the interactive nature and fast pace of this class, regular attendance is essential and required! Attendance can impact grades. If you miss class for any reason, it is your responsibility to acquire and complete all missed work. Please check Google Classroom to keep from falling further behind. If your absence is prearranged, make a plan with me as to when work will be due.
Tardies:
After your 5th tardy in the quarter, you will receive a minor referral and be assigned a detention. On tardies 6-7, I will call your parents. After your 8th tardy in the quarter, you will receive a major referral for Defiance and Disrespect and school consequences will follow.
Cell Phone Policy
CONSEQUENCES:
First Step: Reminder to put cell phone away.
Second Step: Call to parent/guardian, student loses phone for the period.
Third Step: Referral to admin, and phone in office for rest of the day.
Fourth Step: Referral to admin, loss of phone, parent meeting.
Being in class is the number one predictor of student success. Due to the interactive nature and fast pace of this class, regular attendance is essential and required! Attendance can impact grades. If you miss class for any reason, it is your responsibility to acquire and complete all missed work. Please check Google Classroom to keep from falling further behind. If your absence is prearranged, make a plan with me as to when work will be due.
Tardies:
After your 5th tardy in the quarter, you will receive a minor referral and be assigned a detention. On tardies 6-7, I will call your parents. After your 8th tardy in the quarter, you will receive a major referral for Defiance and Disrespect and school consequences will follow.
Cell Phone Policy
- Cell phones may not disrupt class activities.
- Students may not use cellphones in class unless teacher gives permission to use phone for a legitimate classroom activity.
- Cell phones must be silenced and or turned off during instructional time and put in your bag.
- Parents should NOT call students on their cell phones during class. Please contact Student Services at (541) 744-5000 if it is an emergency and they will either send a note to class or call the Room 105 class phone.
CONSEQUENCES:
First Step: Reminder to put cell phone away.
Second Step: Call to parent/guardian, student loses phone for the period.
Third Step: Referral to admin, and phone in office for rest of the day.
Fourth Step: Referral to admin, loss of phone, parent meeting.
Supplies Needed for this Class:
Please bring to following supplies to class everyday.
- School issued Chromebook or personal laptop that has been charged
- Necessary charger for you electronic devices
- Headphones... In order to watch assigned videos in class you will need use headphones. While the instructor has some headphones, you will be better served bringing your own.
- 70 page spiral notebook and writing implement of choice (pens, pencils, etc)
- Colored pencils (please no markers)
You Belong
It is my policy to support and value diversity.To do so requires that we:
- Respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals.
- Respect the privacy, property, and freedom of others.
- Reject bigotry, discrimination, violence, or intimidation of any kind.
- Practice personal and academic integrity and expect it from others.
- Promote the diversity of opinions and backgrounds which is the lifeblood of this class.
Respect for Diversity:
It is my policy to support and value diversity.To do so requires that we:
- Respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals.
- Respect the privacy, property, and freedom of others.
- Reject bigotry, discrimination, violence, or intimidation of any kind.
- Practice personal and academic integrity and expect it from others.
- Promote the diversity of opinions and backgrounds which is the lifeblood of this class.
Contacting the Instructor
Email: [email protected]
*Please be sure to put your name in the subject line.
Classroom Phone Number: (541) 744-5000
*Please feel free to leave a message with the office.
*Please be sure to put your name in the subject line.
Classroom Phone Number: (541) 744-5000
*Please feel free to leave a message with the office.
Spanish Speaking Support
Si necesita más información en Español sobre esta clase, por favor comuníquese con Amanda Aguilar por correo electrónico [email protected]
