Psychology A.P.
The Study of How the Mind Works Advanced Placement
Description:
Psychology, Advanced Placement is a survey course on the study of human behavior. The goal of this class is to provide background material and activities preparing the student for the most college level introductory psychology courses. Major topics to be studied are: Learning theory, emotions/motivation, personality thoery, abnormal behavior, social psychology and developmental psychology. Students are asked to participate in class disussions and activities. Each student is expected to complete a variety of research topics which may include either a term paper or an experimental behavioral science project as part of the course requirements. Student progess wil be measured through the use of essay and objective tests based upon unit objectives. These unit objectives are listed in the course of study. Students will be required to take the advanced placement exam at the end of the year. Information on receiving college credit for the course is available from the instructor.
Prerequisite:
Completion Of History Requirements
Credit:
1.50
