PSYC-2301 Introduction to Psychology
Octavious Bishop
Credit Fall 2023
Section(s)
PSYC-2301-054 (70026)
LEC TuTh 12:48pm - 2:18pm DSP
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
The purpose of a course in Introductory Psychology is to introduce the student to the scientific study of animal and human behavior and mental processes. The Department of Psychology at ACC has directed that all PSYC 2301 classes must cover these Core Topics:
- Research Methods
- Personality
- Learning
- Life-Span Development
- Physiological Basis of Behavior
- Cognition (including Sensation, Perception & Memory)
- Stress (and intellectual, social, physical, and emotional health)
- Psychological Disorders
- Social Psychology
- Course Learning Outcomes:
According to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
- Identify various research methods and their characteristics used in the scientific study of psychology.
- Describe the historical influences and early schools of thought that shaped the field of psychology.
- Describe the historical influences and early schools of thought that shaped the field of psychology.
- Describe accepted approaches and standards in psychological assessment and evaluation.
- Identify factors in physiological and psychological processes involved in human behavior.
Course Requirements
Self-Assessment (15) Conduct an interview-style initial assessment of your own ideas and attitudes about diversity, privilege, and oppression. An interview guide is provided on Canvas. Answer the question honestly. Save them and use your answers to complete the
Culture Chest (15) Create a culture storyboard narrating ‘identities’ assigned to you in society and those that may be invisible by illustrating your story with pictures of items that represent those ideas and, putting together a power-point.
Argument Map of an Op-Ed (10) The progression of the argument in an opinion/editorial chosen from the New York Times on an issue that is important to you.
Hot Topic Discussions/Breakouts (10) Be present.
Four Perspective Papers (20)
End-term paper (30)
It is important to post all assignments in BB using your ACC Account.
Attendance is important for learning to happen! Therefore, regular, timely attendance is expected. It is the student's responsibility to know everything that is covered in class. The role will be checked at the beginning of each class. There is no formal penalty for non-attendance, but the student should be advised that this is not an independent study course. The easiest way to do poorly, or fail, is to miss classAustin Community College offers support services for students with documented physical or psychological disabilities. Students with disabilities must request reasonable accommodations through the Office for Student Accessibility Services on the campus where they expect to take the majority of their classes.
A word about Scholastic Dishonesty: This is a serious problem and is one of the most self-defeating behaviors which any student may display. 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, and 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. Plagiarism is the submittal of someone else's work as one's own. It will not be tolerated. Nor will any form of cheating during exams. If convicted of scholastic dishonesty in this course, the student will receive an F. This topic and many others are covered in the official ACC College Catalog.
Students are expected to be mature and responsible citizens. Any student whose conduct or dress at any time is in violation of the law, is a public nuisance, or is deemed improper or detrimental to the College may be subject to disciplinary action. Students are expected to respect the rights and welfare of other members of the College community and its guests. Violence, the threat of violence, any disruption to the learning process, or intimidation will be subject to disciplinary action.
The Department of Psychology respects Academic Freedom. Each student is strongly encouraged to participate in class. In any classroom situation that includes discussion and critical thinking, there are bound to be many differing viewpoints. Students may not only disagree with each other at times, but the students and instructor may also find that they have disparate views on sensitive and volatile topics. It is my hope that these differences will enhance the class and create an atmosphere where students and instructors alike will be more encouraged to think and learn. Therefore, be assured that your grade will not be adversely affected by any beliefs or ideas expressed in class or assignments. Rather, we will respect the views of others when expressed in classroom discussions.
Although the instructor reserves the right to drop any student from this class when it is appropriate and indicated, your registration is your responsibility! If you stop engaging and participating in this class for any reason, be sure to submit an online withdrawal form provided by the Office of Admissions. This may prevent you from receiving a grade of F. The deadline for withdrawal is November 16, 2023. Students are responsible for understanding the impact withdrawing from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans benefits, international student status, and academic standing. Students are urged to consult with their instructor or an advisor before making schedule changes. Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in fall 2007 or later at any Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a W) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college career. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are encouraged to carefully select courses; contact an advisor or counselor for assistance.
Austin Community College offers support services for students with documented physical or psychological disabilities. Students with disabilities must request reasonable accommodations through the Office for Student Accessibility Services on the campus where they expect to take the majority of their classes.
Course Subjects
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Week |
Date |
Topic |
Primary focus |
Doc; Article |
Assignments Due |
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1
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8/21 |
Introductions & Syllabus Review |
Topics Discussed Semester Themes
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“The Human Experience”
|
Ch. 1-2 Self-Assessment (15) |
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2
|
8/28 |
Class Themes |
Individualism Collectivism |
Hot Topic Breakout |
Ch.3 Perspective Paper #1 Due by Sunday Mid Night |
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3
|
9/4 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout Article
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Ch. 4 Culture Chest (15) |
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4
|
9/11 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout Black Fish Doc |
Perspective Paper #2 Due by Sunday Mid Night |
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5
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9/18 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout
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Ch. 5 Argument Map due by Sunday Mid-night in BB |
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6
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9/25 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout Article |
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7
|
10/2 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout |
Ch. 6 |
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8
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10/9 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic
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Perspective Paper #3 Due by Sunday Mid Night |
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9
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10/16 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout
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Ch. 7 |
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10
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10/23 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout
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11
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10/30 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout
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Ch. 8 Perspective Paper #4 Due by Sunday Mid Night |
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12
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11/6 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout |
Ch 9-10 |
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13
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11/13 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout
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14
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11/20 |
Class Themes |
Class The 22nd for HLC No class for DPS
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Hot Topic Breakout |
No class on the 23rd |
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15
16 |
11/27
12/4 |
Class Themes |
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Hot Topic Breakout
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Post Final Assignment Ch. 11 Final Reflection Paper Due 12/9 by mid-night |
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