Harrison High School IB Psychology Year 1 2013-2014 Mr. Hertzig () & Mr. Kaplan (heathkaplan@gmail.com) Course Description/Overview: This course is designed to develop a deeper understanding of the human mind and illustrate how to use scientific research to make positive changes in everyday life. It introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Through three perspectives the biological, cognitive, and sociocultural students are – – exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. Further, they learn about the methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Topics of Study Include: Biological Level of Analysis Research Methods Cognitive Level of Analysis Behaviorism Sociocultural Level of Analysis Psychology of Human Relationships Expectations: The core principles of character in Harrison Central School District are: Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Cooperation, Tolerance, and Trustworthiness You are expected to accept the responsibility of Harrison High School students and complete all homework, projects, and class work to the best of your ability. This means participating in activities and discussions, refraining from off-task behavior, and before turning off cell phones class begins. Since we will discuss sensitive and controversial topics throughout the year, you must be respectful of Since our Do not talk when someone else is talking. others’ opinions. periods are short, you must come on time; class begins when the bell rings. If you are not in the room when attendance is taken, you will be marked tardy. Grading Policy: You will be graded on a This means that every assignment will be worth a “total point” system. certain number of points (i.e., a homework may be worth 10 points, but a test may be worth 100.) Your grade will include a range of factors, such as short-answer tests, homework, class work, projects, and participation. In addition to our classroom grades, you will be evaluated by the IB through an internal and an external assessment to be discussed further in class. Homework Policy: Homework will be assigned approximately 2-3 nights a week. All written assignments must include your name and be typed. Points will be deducted from late assignments turned in within a week of their due date. We will not accept assignments more than two weeks late. Academic Integrity:
Harrison High School IB Psychology Year 1 2013-2014 Mr. Hertzig () & Mr. Kaplan (heathkaplan@gmail.com) Course Description/Overview: This course is designed to develop a deeper understanding of the human mind and illustrate how to use scientific research to make positive changes in everyday life. It introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Through three perspectives – the biological, cognitive, and sociocultural – students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. Further, they learn about the methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Topics of Study Include: Biological Level of Analysis Research Methods Cognitive Level of Analysis Behaviorism Sociocultural Level of Analysis Psychology of Human Relationships Expectations: The core principles of character in Harrison Central School District are: Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Cooperation, Tolerance, and Trustworthiness You are expected to accept the responsibility of Harrison High School students and complete all homework, projects, and class work to the best of your ability. This means participating in activities and discussions, refraining from off-task behavior, and turning off cell phones before class begins. Since we will discuss sensitive and controversial topics throughout the year, you must be respectful of others’ opinions. Do not talk when someone else is talking. Since our periods are short, you must come on time; class begins when the bell rings. If you are not in the room when attendance is taken, you will be marked tardy. Grading Policy: You will be graded on a “total point” system. This means that every assignment will be worth a certain number of points (i.e., a homework may be worth 10 points, but a test may be worth 100.) Your grade will include a range of factors, such as short-answer tests, class work, homework, projects, and participation. In addition to our classroom grades, you will be evaluated by the IB through an internal and an external assessment to be discussed further in class. Homework Policy: Homework will be assigned approximately 2-3 nights a week. All written assignments must include your name and be typed. Points will be deducted from late assignments turned in within a week of their due date. We will not accept assignments more than two weeks late. Academic Integrity: