Welcome to AP Psychology!

The course is designed for students to gain a better understanding of the mental processes, and behaviors of those around them, and a deeper understanding of their own thoughts, and behaviors. This course will help students understand the origins of the field of psychology, psychological research, human growth and development, learning and memory, mental wellness, and adjustment. Students will engage in an advanced scientific study course with a practical experience. 

Task 1: Read the Anchor Text

I have selected one text for you to read over the summer. Think Like a Psychologist is about working backwards from the person in front of you. You will learn to draw conclusions about people’s emotions, behavior, past experiences, and overall personality and temperament based on small yet important pieces of information. From this analysis, you will gain enormous insight into the people around you, new and old. You may not be able to read people’s minds, but armed with knowledge about behavioral tendencies, developmental psychology, motivation and personality theories, and nature versus nurture, you will always possess deeper comprehension that others may not even have about themselves. And of course, there is an element of lie detection. This text is a foundational support to prepare you for the course. 

Task 2: Record Notes

Read the text thoroughly, MAKE A COPY of this NOTE-CATCHER, and take notes. Provide the main ideas and details from chapter to chapter. Finally, reflect over the text ideas, concepts, and write down as many questions about the material you feel are important. Complete a minimum of 7 note-catcher for each chapter. 

This assignment is due the first day of school

It's imperative you complete this reading over the summer and your note-catcher(s), so you are prepared for the 2025-26 school year in AP Pscyhology. 

Come to classroom #233 to receive a copy of this text beginning May 22nd until May 29th (the last day of school). After this date, you can purchase this text via amazon by clicking on this link here.

If you have any questions, you can contact me at tdrummer@ucityschools.org

Enjoy your summer!

In Service, 

Mrs. Drummer