Psychology 2 Syllabus

Psychology 2

Ms. Tammy Small

Tammy.Small@marion.k12.fl.us

(school) 671-4700 x58586

(text) 352- 405-0418 (used only when/if pivot to online learning)

Rm. B – 257

Purpose: Students in Psychology 2 will acquire an understanding of human behavior, behavior interaction and the progressive development of individuals. The content examined in this second introductory Psychology course includes statistical research, psychobiology, motivation and emotion, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, psychological testing, and social psychology. We will explore how Psychology applies to real world issues, our communities, and ourselves.

Psychology 2 study requires extensive reading, writing, and discussion. Effective students in Psychology 2 will come to class prepared to politely and respectfully share ideas and opinions, to actively engage with their classmates and teacher, to study and use academic language, and to apply scientific principles to real world situations. This is a highly interactive class and students are expected to participate fully in all activities and discussions and to remain respectful at all times.

Required Text and Materials:

Psychology in Everyday Life- Meyers, 2^nd edition (*e-book license will be provided to every student with computer and internet availability; physical books will also be available)

***Students are required to have their textbook and notebook EVERY Psychology class period.***

Spiral notebook(s) 70 pages devoted to Psychology notes only

Additional paper (loose leaf or additional spiral notebooks)

Pens, pencils, and colored pencils and/or highlighters in multiple colors

Recommended: 3x5 index cards (1 pack), Binder rings (1-2)

***Students may need additional supplies to complete projects throughout the semester ***

Grading/Evaluation: Students will earn points for performance on all required assignments in and out of class. Grades are weighted as follows in accordance with MCPS district policy:

Homework: 10% (assignments vary, frequent reading and study notes/cards, participation)

Classwork/Quizzes: 50% (includes written work, quizzes, class discussion and active participation, vocabulary)

Tests and Projects: 40%

*Local End of Course Exam (LEOC/CSMA) counts toward 20% of student’s overall class grade.

Psychology 2 Topics:

Scientific Method

Ethics

Neurobiology

Endocrine system

Intelligence

Consciousness and Sleep

Psychoactive Drugs

Sensation and Perception

Motivation

Emotion

Social Psychology

Gender Identity

Policies and Procedures:

Attendance- Regular attendance is necessary to do well in Psychology. Much of the students’ learning will occur though in class discussion and activities (whether in physical or virtual class) which cannot be made up.

Late work- Assignments are due on the assigned due date. Students are responsible for checking the teacher's webpage and making up missed work.

If a student has an excused absence, she/he must make up the missed work and will have 1 day for every missed day to submit missed work for up to full credit (ex. Two-day absence = two school days to submit missing work/take quizzes/tests upon student’s return).

*Students who are home due to quarantine, but are not sick, are expected to complete ALL work DURING their time at home (by checking teacher's webpages) and may submit via email during absence period or on the first day back in class.

Other late work may be accepted for a reduced score (usually a 5-point reduction per day late). Students are encouraged to schedule time for quiz/test make-ups during CAT period within 2 days of their absence.

Resubmissions- Many assignments may be resubmitted to raise a below mastery score (less than 80%). Students must request to make up the assignment/quiz and must resubmit the assignment by their next scheduled class period (unless there is an approved extenuating circumstance). Students may earn up to 80% on resubmitted assignments.

Electronic Devices- Cell phones are not allowed to be on or visible during class (unless pre-approved as part of a class lesson). Cell phones must be off or set on silent (not vibrate) and kept in the student’s bag or pocket. EAR BUDS/headphones must be removed upon entering class and may not be visible during class.

Dress Code- Students clothing must conform to the dress code set forth in the Forest Student Handbook. Student’s must have school issued ID’s VISIBLE at all times. Hoodies worn on the head are considered hats and are not allowed inside the school buildings (hallways or classrooms).

 Food and Drink- Student may have water or other beverages in non-breakable bottles/cups with secure lids (no Styrofoam or paper cups—no Polar cups, no Mc Donald’s cups, no open soda cans, etc.).

Due to COVID-19 safety protocols eating in the classroom is currently prohibited.

IF/when restrictions are lifted, small snacks that are not messy, not loud, and not distracting may discretely be eaten during class. (Yes = Crackers, pretzels, small cookies, small candies. NO = Breakfast sandwich, burgers, large donuts, chips, large candy bars, etc.)

Classroom Procedures- Students will copy the posted classroom procedures into their Psychology notebook and follow all classroom procedures at all times, including and especially when substitute teachers are present:

Entering:  Be seated, gather your supplies, begin silent bell work.

Restroom Breaks: 5 minutes only. Sign out on the Restroom Log with first and last name and time out. Silently get teacher’s attention and obtain pass. Students may not take phones to the restroom. Upon return, sign back in, return pass, use hand sanitizer, take seat silently (Do NOT ask the teacher “what did I miss?”). Parents will be contacted if a student takes excessive bathroom breaks or excessive time on breaks.

Absence: CHECK THE TEACHER WEBSITES for all assigned work. You may also ask classmates for missing work, especially vocabulary notes. Complete missed work after class or during CAT period. Submit missed work before or after school or at the beginning of the next scheduled class period.

Guests: If a guest (other faculty, district staff, etc.) enters the room, ignore them and keep working unless specifically addressed by the guest.

Sharpen pencil: Raise pencil, to silently get teacher’s attention, wait for a nod, quietly sharpen pencil.

Exit: When the teacher dismisses you (NOT the bell), clean up your area, and have a great day! *Waiting by the door to leave--for class change, lunch, or end of the day-- is not allowed.

Read Ch 1, pages 5-20. Be prepared to teach at least 2-3 concepts/ideas from these pages to your classmates during your next class period.

Define the Ch 1 Vocabulary terms (on the board and on this webpage under Vocabulary).

Read and discuss pages 5-20.

Answer the "in Your Everyday Life" question on pg. 18 in a complete, grammatically correct, paragraph.

Complete the Ch 1 Methods Ch 1 Summary Handout.

HW: Any reading not complete becomes homework.

Students discussed the scientific method and ethics. Students applied the scientific method and ethical principles to the Milgram Study (psychology experiment--see link below).

Students wrote Ch 1 Vocabulary Terms (can also be found in the Vocabulary Terms tab on Ms. Small's Psychology webpage).

Vocabulary terms must be written in the students' notebooks and will be defined next week.

***If you were absent please read Ch 1 pages 5-19 and watch the Milgram study using this link

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xxq4QtK3j0Y

Ch 1 and Intro Vocabulary – Research Methods and Data

Write and define each term in your notebook:

 Critical Thinking (5)

Biopsychosocial (6)

Culture (6)

Hypothesis (11)

Theory (11)

Operational Definitions (11)

Case Study (12-13)

Survey (12-13)

Naturalistic Observation (13)

Correlation (13-14)

Experiment (15-17)

Independent Variable (16-17)

Dependent Variable (16-17)

Placebo (16-17)

Placebo Effect (16-17)

Double-blind Study (16-17)

Steps of the Scientific Method (11 +)