Program Syllabus

Program Course

Course Title	[COURSE TITLE]
Course Code	[COURSE CODE]
Instructor Name	[YOUR NAME]
Email	[YOUR EMAIL]
Office Hours	[OFFICE HOURS]

I. Course Title and Description

Course Title: Introduction to Psychology
Description: This course provides a broad introduction to the fundamental principles of psychology and the scientific study of mind and behavior. Topics include history and methodology, sensation, perception, learning, memory, emotion, language and thought.

II. Instructor Information

Name: [YOUR NAME]
Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]
Organization: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

III. Learning Objectives

• Understand basic psychological research methods and statistics.

• Gain a broad-based understanding of the major areas of psychology.

• Develop critical thinking skills and ethical awareness.

• Demonstrate an appreciation for the diversity of human experience.

• Apply psychological theories to real life situations.

IV. Course Schedule

Week	Topic	Assignment
1	Introduction to Research Methods	Read Chapter 1: Introduction to Research Methods in Textbook Watch online lecture on Research Methods
2	Types of Research Designs	Read Chapter 2: Types of Research Designs Complete quiz on Types of Research Designs Submit a brief summary of assigned reading
3	Data Collection Methods	Read Chapter 3: Data Collection Methods Conduct a small-scale survey Analyze survey results
4	Statistical Analysis	Read Chapter 4: Statistical Analysis Solve practice problems on statistical analysis
5	Research Proposal	Develop a research proposal Present research proposal to class Submit final research proposal

V. Required Reading and Materials

1. Discovering Psychology: The Science of Mind by John T. Cacioppo & Laura A. Freberg

2. A notebook and pen for note taking

3. A scientific calculator

4. An USB flashdrive for saving academic work

5. Access to a computer with internet for research purposes

VI. Assignments and Assessments

• Class Participation (20%): Regular attendance and active participation.

• Midterm Exam (20%): Multiple choice and short answer covering material from the text and lectures.

• Final Exam (30%): Comprehensive exam covering all course material.

• Pop Quizzes (15%): Unannounced quizzes covering the most recent reading assignments.

• Research Paper (15%): A 5-7 page research paper on a topic of your choosing related to the course.

VII. Course Policy

• Attendance: Regular attendance is crucial, as materials and discussions missed during classes could affect understanding of subsequent topics.

• Plagiarism: Any form of plagiarism will not be tolerated and will lead to a failing grade.

• Late Assignment Policy: Assignments are to be handed in on the due date. A 10% per day penalty will be deducted for any late submission.

• Email Communication: All communication should be done professionally and respectfully.

• Cell Phone Policy: Cell phones must be turned off during class time to minimize disruptions.

VIII. Grading Policy

Criteria	Percentage
Class Participation	20%
Pop Quizzes	15%
Mid-Term Examination	20%
Final Examination	30%
Research Paper	15%
Total	100%

Disclaimer

The contents of the course are not fixed and can be altered based on the discretion of the instructor. In the event that there are any modifications made to the course material, these changes will be communicated well in advance to the students before the respective class where these changes will be applicable.

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