Welcome to Honors Psychology! This semester we will explore how the mind works and learn how you can apply knowledge of psychology to enhance your life.
Units and Descriptions
Unit 1: A Brief History of Psychology
Unit 2: Research Methods
Unit 3: Human Development Through the Life Span
Unit 4: The Biological Perspective
Unit 5: The Cognitive Perspective
Unit 6: The Socio-Cultural Perspective
Classroom Policies and Procedures
A.PROHIBITED BEHAVIOR
1.Cheating, including the actual giving or receiving of any unauthorized assistance or the actual giving or receiving of an unfair advantage on any form of academic work;
2.Plagiarizing, including copying the language, structure, idea and/or thought of another and representing it as one’s own original work;
3.Violating copyright laws, including the unauthorized reproduction, duplication and/or use of printed or electronic work, computer software, or other copyrighted material.
60% Tests and Projects
30% Classwork
10% 6 weeks assessment
At the end of the semester, this grade is included (80%) with the exam grade (20%) to get the final grade.
Additionally, all Chatham Central High School and Chatham County Schools policies are enforced in my class. Consequences can be found in the Chatham Central handbook.
***A separate handout will be provided with a list of required supplies or this course.***
I hope you find this syllabus helpful for you as you begin a new semester. I look forward to working with you.
Units and Descriptions
Unit 1: A Brief History of Psychology
Unit 2: Research Methods
Unit 3: Human Development Through the Life Span
Unit 4: The Biological Perspective
Unit 5: The Cognitive Perspective
Unit 6: The Socio-Cultural Perspective
Classroom Policies and Procedures
- Late Work: I do not accept late work in honors classes.
- Absences and Make-up Work: Attendance is crucial in this class. Do not be absent except in the case of a true emergency. Homework is counted for a late grade if it is not in my box before class begins. Homework assignments will be posted on my board daily. I will also update my website with homework information each day. Find an “absent buddy” early in the year – someone whom you can call and from whom you can borrow notes, etc. Please understand that any work known about before a missed day is due the day you return to school.
- Cheating and Plagiarism:
A.PROHIBITED BEHAVIOR
1.Cheating, including the actual giving or receiving of any unauthorized assistance or the actual giving or receiving of an unfair advantage on any form of academic work;
2.Plagiarizing, including copying the language, structure, idea and/or thought of another and representing it as one’s own original work;
3.Violating copyright laws, including the unauthorized reproduction, duplication and/or use of printed or electronic work, computer software, or other copyrighted material.
- Grading:
60% Tests and Projects
30% Classwork
10% 6 weeks assessment
At the end of the semester, this grade is included (80%) with the exam grade (20%) to get the final grade.
- Classroom Rules
- Be in your seat and prepared to start class when the bell rings.
- Raise your hand to speak or to ask permission to leave your seat.
- Use respectful language when speaking to the teacher, your classmates, and guests.
- Maintain appropriate personal space.
- Keep all electronics off and out of sight, except when authorized.
- No food, drinks, or gum.
- Remain seated and on task until I dismiss you.
Additionally, all Chatham Central High School and Chatham County Schools policies are enforced in my class. Consequences can be found in the Chatham Central handbook.
***A separate handout will be provided with a list of required supplies or this course.***
I hope you find this syllabus helpful for you as you begin a new semester. I look forward to working with you.