44702 ^Introduction to Psychology

GRADE: 12 | SCORE: Weighted | PHS CREDIT: 1 | SPRING SEMESTER | ELECTIVE

COLLEGE CREDIT: 3 DMACC Credits - PSY 111

PREREQUISITE: 1.) Fall semester Psychology course is a requirement to take the second semester for college credit, or instructor permission is needed. 2.) A grade of a C must be obtained from the fall semester Psychology course.

Psychology is the study of the individual mind, how it works and the impact of social/cultural events, people's thinking and their biological make-up on their choices continue into the 2nd semester of this course. How does an individual develop and how does thinking change as we gain more experiences, knowledge, and intelligence? What is the impact of changes to a person's thinking, choices and behavior?

Spring semester goals:

• • Investigate different types of intelligence and how changes in thinking and language impact people

  • Understanding various issues surrounding gender

  • Investigate how sensations and perceptions impact individuals

  • Learn memory techniques to help people remember and study better

  • Investigating emotions and motivation within ourselves

  • Investigate how individuals function with a social framework

College Credit Transfer Details:

The high school offers college credit courses for students but remember, it is the students’ responsibility to request transcripts to be sent to their college of choice for the transfer of credits. There is a form in the guidance office to assist you with this process.

Important note: your GPA received in these courses MAY affect your college GPA. This will depend on which college you attend. Transcript Release Form