THE PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT VALUES ACADEMIC FREEDOM AND THUS OFFERS THIS MASTER SYLLABUS ONLY AS A GUIDE. THE INSTRUCTORS ARE FREE TO ADAPT THEIR SYLLABI TO THEIR OWN STYLE AND NEEDS.
SAMPLE SYLLABI FROM A FEW PROFESSORS AND A SYLLABUS TEMPLATE ARE ALSO FILED WITH THIS MASTER SYLLABUS TO SERVE AS ADDITIONAL GUIDES. THERE ARE ALSO OTHER SAMPLE SYLLABI ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB.
FALL SEMESTER 2003
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COURSE
INFORMATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is a survey of introductory topics such as learning, memory, sensation and perception, personality, life-span development, physiological basis of behavior, stress and health, psychological disorders, social psychology, and research methods. Additional topics such as language development, states of consciousness, and psychotherapy may also be included as determined by the instructor. The Honors course provides a more in-depth introduction to the science and profession of psychology with emphasis on developing oral and written communication skills as they relate to the analysis and discussion of research and controversial issues in psychology.
INSTRUCTIONAL
METHODOLOGY
The instructors for this class may want to include
activities that enhance learning such as lecture, small and large group
activities, class discussions, films, filmstrips, videos, student
presentations, computer-based instruction and activities, library research, and
possible field trips, etc….
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COURSE
RATIONALE AND /OR PURPOSE
The instructors for this class may want to include a response to the question: What do you deem the purpose of your course will be?
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COMMON COURSE
OBJECTIVES/ STUDENT OUTCOMES
The common course objectives or goals include the following: The student will be able to demonstrate an understanding of representative theories, findings and/or principles concerning the following topics:
· Research Methods
· Personality
· Learning
· Life-Span Development
· Physiological Basis of Behavior
· Cognition (including Sensation, Perception, and Memory)
· Stress (as well as intellectual, social, physical and emotional health)
· Psychological Disorders
· Social Psychology
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COURSE GRADE /
EVALUATION SYSTEM
The instructors for this class will develop their own evaluation system. It is recommended that the instructors be specific and may include the following information: type and number of tests & quizzes, major assignments or projects, etc. In addition, the instructors may want to include their policy on retests or make-up tests.
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Course Outline/Calendar
The instructors for this class will be responsible for a detailed course outline/ calendar schedule.
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COURSE RELATED POLICIES
Attendance
The instructors will develop their own policy on attendance and how it will be factored into the student’s final grade.
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Withdrawal
The instructors will develop their own policy on withdrawals and whose responsibility it will be to withdraw a student from your class (yours or the student).
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Incomplete
The instructors will develop their own policy on incompletes (i.e. under what conditions will the instructor consider granting a student an incomplete).
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Scholastic Honesty/ Ethical Conduct
“Acts prohibited by the college for which discipline may be administered include scholastic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating on an exam or quiz, plagiarizing, unauthorized collaboration with another in preparing outside work. Academic work submitted by students shall be the result of their thought, research, or self-expression. Academic work is defined as, but not limited to tests, quizzes, classroom presentations, and homework.” (Student Handbook 2002-2003,p.32). The instructor will be responsible for specifying the penalty that will be assessed for violation of this policy.
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Academic Freedom/Learning Environment
The instructors will develop their own policy on academic freedom and learning environment (student discipline). The following is an example:
In any course that includes discussion and critical thinking, there are bound to be many differing viewpoints, especially on sensitive, controversial topics. We must respect the views of others and create an atmosphere where both the students and the instructor are encouraged to think, learn, and share information. Viewpoints that are carefully thought and expressed in an organized, orderly manner can be used to enhanced learning. These viewpoints as well as any feedback or general comments must be provided in a non-offensive, respectful manner. Your course grade will not be adversely affected by the viewpoints that you may express in class or on assignments. Instead, the grade will be based on your knowledge and understanding of concepts and principles within the specific subject area as well as their theoretical and research-based foundations and applications.
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INSTRUCTIONAL
SUPPORT SERVICES
Office of Students with Disabilities
Each ACC campus offers support services for students with documented physical or psychological disabilities. Students with disabilities must request reasonable accommodations through the Office for Students with Disabilities on the campus where they expect to take the majority of their classes. Students are encouraged to do this three weeks before the start of the semester. .” (Student Handbook 2002-2003,p.14)
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Other Instructional Facilities To Be Used In
This Course (Optional )
You may want to include facilities such as the LRS, testing center, etc.
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