Undergraduate Coursework
Undergraduate Coursework
I. Course Overview
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Course Title: Introduction to [COURSE NAME]
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Instructor: [YOUR NAME]
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Course Code: [COURSE CODE]
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Semester/Year: Fall 2050
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Contact Hours: 3 hours per week
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Office Hours: Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
II. Course Objectives
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Understand key concepts and theories in psychology.
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Apply psychological principles to real-world scenarios.
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Analyze and evaluate psychological research and literature.
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Demonstrate effective communication skills in written and oral presentations.
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Collaborate effectively with peers in group projects.
III. Assignments and Assessments
A. Individual Assignments
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Research Paper (Due Date: October 15, 2050)
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Description: Write a research paper analyzing a psychological phenomenon of your choice.
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Weight: 20%
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Case Study Analysis (Due Date: November 20, 2050)
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Description: Analyze a case study and apply relevant psychological theories.
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Weight: 15%
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B. Group Projects
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Experimental Design Project (Due Date: October 30, 2050)
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Description: Design and conduct an experiment to explore a psychological hypothesis.
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Group Members:
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[LIST OF MEMBERS]
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Weight: 25%
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Presentation on Cognitive Psychology (Due Date: November 30, 2050)
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Description: Prepare and deliver a presentation on a topic in cognitive psychology.
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Group Members:
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[LIST OF MEMBERS]
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Weight: 20%
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C. Examinations
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Midterm Exam (Date: October 10, 2050)
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Format: Multiple choice and short answer questions
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Coverage: Chapters 1-5
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Weight: 20%
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Final Exam (Date: December 15, 2050)
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Format: Essay questions
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Coverage: Comprehensive
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Weight: 30%
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IV. Grading Criteria
Criteria |
Grade (in %) |
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Assignments |
35% |
Group Projects |
45% |
Examinations |
40% |
Participation |
20% |
V. Course Policies
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Attendance: Attendance is mandatory. More than three unexcused absences may result in a grade deduction.
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Late Submissions: Late submissions will incur a penalty of 10% per day.
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Academic Integrity: Plagiarism or cheating will result in disciplinary action as per university policy.
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Accessibility: Accommodations will be provided for students with documented disabilities.
VI. Resources
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Textbook: "Psychology: Themes and Variations" by Wayne Weiten
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Supplementary Readings: Assigned articles and research papers
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Online Resources: Course materials on the university's learning management system
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Library Resources: Access to online journals and databases via the university library
VII. Contact Information
CONTACT PERSON |
CONTACT DETAILS |
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[YOUR NAME] |
Email: [YOUR EMAIL] Office: Room 201, Psychology Building Office Hours: Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
[ASSISTANT'S NAME] |
Email: [ASSISTANT'S EMAIL] Office: Room 305, Psychology Building Office Hours: Wednesday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |