PSYC201-morling-Fall2008

PSYC 201 - Introduction to Psychology

Fall 2008

Instructor:

Glenda Morling

Phone:

269-965-3931, ext. 2264

Office Hours:

I will respond to student e-mail within two working days or sooner.
Monday/Wednesday - 10 a.m. - 12 Noon, Tuesday/Thursday - 12 Noon - 1 p.m., Friday - 8 - 9:30 a.m.

Course Prerequisites:

COMPASS reading score of 70, or "C" in STSK 98 or ENGL 120.

Textbook

Required: Psychology - A Journey 2nd ed. Dennis Coon

Online Course Features and Requirements

Number of tests: 0 of which 0 must be proctored.

Required on campus sessions: 0

Special labs or practicum: 0

Number of assignments: Weekly quizzes; three main projects over course of semester: Journal article, Research paper, group presentations; Midterm and final - all can be completed in the Blackboard site and are NOT proctored.

Estimated time per week: 6 hours

Group interaction required: Yes

Scheduled activities or self paced: Scheduled

Requirements:

Students must have access to the following:

Equipment: You will need a computer that is able to access and interact with the Web. For best results, a Pentium or PowerMac with a 56 Kbps or faster modem and 256 MB or more of RAM should be considered the minimal system.
Software: You will need one of the following Internet browsers: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher; Firefox; Mac users may use Safari or Firefox.
Internet connection: Home users need Internet access through an Internet Service Provider (ISP) that offers a reliable connection to the Internet.

Course Site:

http://bb.kellogg.edu

Curriculum Statement:

This course will prepare the student to demonstrate competency in the general understanding of introductory psychological theories, concepts and terminology.

Description

Psychology is the science of behavior. More accurately we might describe it as an art based on a science. Topics investigated in this course include the biological foundations of behavior, motivation and emotion, consciousness, learning, development, memory, personality, psychological disorders, therapy, health psychology, industrial psychology and criminal or forensic psychology.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate competence in the following areas:

Establish an understanding of the text.

Increase an understanding of introductory psychological concepts.

Develop an increased knowledge of the terminology and language used within the field of psychology.

Develop or improve critical thinking skills such as comprehension, analysis, application, synthesis and evaluation.

Understand gender and cultural differences impacting psychological issues and perspectives.

Increase understanding and insight in to one's own behavior and development through the integration of new material with previous education or personal experiences.

Develop reading, verbal and written skills.

Develop an improved ability to work within an online setting.

Improve goal setting and prioritization skills.

Grading

Your grade will be based upon both the quality of your written work and the depth of understanding, which you demonstrate in your written assignments. Be sure to follow APA format for citations and references/reference pages in all of the following:

Grading Scale

94 - 100%	A	73 - 76%	C
90 - 93%	A-	70 - 72%	C-
87 - 89%	B+	67 - 69%	D+
83 - 86%	B	63 - 66%	D
80 - 82%	B-	60 - 62%	D-
77 - 79%	C+	00 - 59%	F

Academic Policies Dropping: It is the responsibility of the student to know the date by which he or she may obtain a refund of tuition and the date by which withdrawing from the course can result in a grade of "W". The general formula is Refund of tuition - first one-tenth of class days. Grade of "W" - Prior to seven-eighths of the duration of the class. Specific dates are available from the Customer Service Center.

"I" Grades: Incomplete ("I") is only given for the most extenuating circumstances. All "I" grades should be completed by date determined by instructor.

Attendance
Students must develop professional and personal skills that enable them to be successful in the workplace. Developing a strong work ethic begins with one having a good attitude about attendance. The College policy is that regular class attendance is considered an essential part of a student's educational experience and a requirement for an adequate evaluation of student academic progress.

To be successful in this class it is highly recommended that you check into Blackboard at least every day. Attendance requirements are that you must enter the Blackboard Site to read Announcements, participate in the Discussion Board, take part in group discussions in the Chat Room and in Discussion Board groups at least three times a week. There is an automatic tracking system in Blackboard so that the Instructor can check your attendance. It is recommended that you sign onto Blackboard at least every other day to check for new Announcements and postings and questions from the instructor and fellow students.

Absences will cause a loss of points as follows:

When a student does not attend the first class, I will complete a No Show Report. When a student misses two weeks of assignments or when absences reach a level when the overall completion of the course is jeopardized, I will complete an excessive absence report. The Student Services department will follow up with individual students.

Participation is determined by successful completion of each assignment and accurately following the directions given.

Late Assignments will lose points as follows: half a grade for 1 - 3 days late, one grade for 4 - 7 days late. No assignment will be accepted more than 7 days late, without an agreement between the instructor and student, and based on exceptional circumstances.

Cheating Cheating is NOT permitted. Any students caught cheating will receive NO points for the exam or quiz in which the cheating occurred, and/or will be subject to the disciplinary procedures of Kellogg Community College (at the discretion of the instructor).

Disclaimer
Information contained in this syllabus was, to the best knowledge of the instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning of the semester. However, this syllabus should not be considered a contract between Kellogg Community College and any student, nor between any student and the instructor. The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Kellogg Community College, to make changes in course content or instructional techniques without notice or obligation.

Make-up Policy Only written verification of extenuating circumstances preventing a student from taking an examination as scheduled will be considered for a make-up. This Instructor reserves the right to determine whether a make-up examination will be granted given the circumstances provided.

Computer Access at KCC It is assumed that students enrolled in this course have at their disposal appropriate equipment and software to complete the course work and communicate with other students. If there are problems with your equipment and/or software, it is possible to come the KCC's Campus and use the open computer lab in the Learning Resource Center. See KCC's web site for campus maps and lab times.

Online Submitting Materials Students will be expected to use e-mail attachments and the blackboard site for this class to submit materials.

ADA Statement Kellogg Community College does not discriminate in the admission or treatment of students on the basis of disability. KCC is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Academic Policies	Dropping: It is the responsibility of the student to know the date by which he or she may obtain a refund of tuition and the date by which withdrawing from the course can result in a grade of "W". The general formula is Refund of tuition - first one-tenth of class days. Grade of "W" - Prior to seven-eighths of the duration of the class. Specific dates are available from the Customer Service Center.
"I" Grades:	Incomplete ("I") is only given for the most extenuating circumstances. All "I" grades should be completed by date determined by instructor.
Attendance	Students must develop professional and personal skills that enable them to be successful in the workplace. Developing a strong work ethic begins with one having a good attitude about attendance. The College policy is that regular class attendance is considered an essential part of a student's educational experience and a requirement for an adequate evaluation of student academic progress. To be successful in this class it is highly recommended that you check into Blackboard at least every day. Attendance requirements are that you must enter the Blackboard Site to read Announcements, participate in the Discussion Board, take part in group discussions in the Chat Room and in Discussion Board groups at least three times a week. There is an automatic tracking system in Blackboard so that the Instructor can check your attendance. It is recommended that you sign onto Blackboard at least every other day to check for new Announcements and postings and questions from the instructor and fellow students. Absences will cause a loss of points as follows: When a student does not attend the first class, I will complete a No Show Report. When a student misses *two weeks of assignments* or when absences reach a level when the overall completion of the course is jeopardized, I will complete an excessive absence report. The Student Services department will follow up with individual students. Participation is determined by successful completion of each assignment and accurately following the directions given. Late Assignments will lose points as follows: half a grade for 1 - 3 days late, one grade for 4 - 7 days late. No assignment will be accepted more than 7 days late, without an agreement between the instructor and student, and based on exceptional circumstances.
Cheating	Cheating is NOT permitted. Any students caught cheating will receive NO points for the exam or quiz in which the cheating occurred, and/or will be subject to the disciplinary procedures of Kellogg Community College (at the discretion of the instructor).
Disclaimer	Information contained in this syllabus was, to the best knowledge of the instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning of the semester. However, this syllabus should not be considered a contract between Kellogg Community College and any student, nor between any student and the instructor. The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Kellogg Community College, to make changes in course content or instructional techniques without notice or obligation.
Make-up Policy	Only written verification of extenuating circumstances preventing a student from taking an examination as scheduled will be considered for a make-up. This Instructor reserves the right to determine whether a make-up examination will be granted given the circumstances provided.
Computer Access at KCC	It is assumed that students enrolled in this course have at their disposal appropriate equipment and software to complete the course work and communicate with other students. If there are problems with your equipment and/or software, it is possible to come the KCC's Campus and use the open computer lab in the Learning Resource Center. See KCC's web site for campus maps and lab times.
Online Submitting Materials	Students will be expected to use e-mail attachments and the blackboard site for this class to submit materials.
ADA Statement	Kellogg Community College does not discriminate in the admission or treatment of students on the basis of disability. KCC is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.