This course is an introduction and general overview of psychology; the scientific study of mental processes and behaviors. Students will study research methods used in psychology, the history of the field, and other units such as the states of consciousness, conditioning, learning and memory, developmental psychology, and abnormal psychology. Students will use a textbook as well as related articles, films and other media that illustrate these concepts.
An Open and Respectful Mind
Charged iPad
Writing Utensil
***A class set of textbooks will be provided***
Westlake High School utilizes the Google Classroom platform to share classroom resources, many assignments, and assessment preparation materials to students. WHS students will receive a classroom code to access these materials, submit assignments, and track any missing work.
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