AP Psychology

Course Description:

AP PSYCHOLOGY COURSE DESCRIPTION

AP PSYCHOLOGY SS0135 YEAR The course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major sub fields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. This course is recommended for grades 11 and 12. AP: STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THIS COURSE ARE EXPECTED TO TAKE THE AP EXAM IN MAY. REFER TO THE GENERAL INFORMATION PAGES FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Core Competencies:

AP Psychology

1. Students will demonstrate their understanding of how the study of psychology is valuable to both the individual and society. (Units 1-14)

2. Students will demonstrate their understanding of how attitudes and behaviors are shaped by many factors. (Units 3, 6-8, 10, and 14)

3. Students will demonstrate their understanding of how humans make decisions and solve problems. (Units 6-11)

4. Students will demonstrate their understanding of psychological disorders and how society's treatment of psychological issues has changed over time. (Units 12 and 13)

5. Students will demonstrate their understanding of the methods used and implications of classic studies in psychology. (Units 1, 2, 9, and 14)

6. Students will demonstrate their understanding of contemporary trends in psychology. (Units 1-14)

7. Students will understand the biological aspects of psychology (biological systems, brain, etc.). (Units 3-5)