Psychology- Grade 11 & 12
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Psychology 11
YPSYC1A-4S Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
This course is an introductory survey course in psychology. Psychology 11 will investigate some or all of the following topics:
Communication skills
Schools of Psychology (understanding psychology and psychological methods)
The Brain and the Nervous System
Perception, Learning, Thinking and Intelligence and Memory
Motivation and Emotion · Personality
Psychological Disorders
Psychotherapies
Social interaction
attitudes and values
Stress and coping skills
Psychology 12
YPSYC2A-4S Credits: 4
Prerequisite: PSY 11
This program is for students who are interested in exploring the teaching profession as a possible career. Topics will include: What makes a good teacher? Learning/Teaching Styles, Developing a Positive Atmosphere, Teaching Strategies, Interpersonal/Communication Skills, Group Dynamics and the Psychology of Child Development. Students will also experience job shadowing at primary and intermediate schools. Finally, students will be expected to plan, present and evaluate their own lesson.