PSY 100 - Survey of Psychology KCC AA/ DS and KCC AS

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Kapiolani Community College

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3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Qualification for ENG 100; qualification for MATH 24 PSY 100 focuses on basic concepts and principles of psychology in the areas of individual differences, motivation, emotion, perception, learning, methodology, test and measurement, history, abnormal, physiology and applied psychology. This course emphasizes lectures, multimedia presentations, discussions and experimentation 8 Upon successful completion of PSY 100, the student should be able to: Describe the nature of psychology as a discipline, explaining why psychology is a science, and listing the primary objectives of psychology: describing, understanding, predicting, and controlling behavior and mental processes. Identify the concepts, language, and major theories of the discipline to account for psychological phenomena. Compare and contrast the major perspectives of psychology: behavioral, neuroscience, cognitive, evolutionary, humanistic, psychodynamic, and sociocultural. Identify overarching themes and persistent questions in psychology. Describe the basic methodology of the science of psychology, explaining different research methods used by psychologists. Use critical thinking and reasoning effectively, identifying and evaluating the source, context, and credibility of information, evaluating popular media reports regarding psychological research. State how psychological principles can be used to explain social issues and inform public policy and recognize that sociocultural contexts may influence the application of psychological principles in solving social problems. Apply psychological concepts, theories, and research findings as these relate to everyday life. Explain the necessity for ethical behavior in all aspects of the science and practice of psychology. Communicate effectively, by listening accurately and actively and articulating ideas thoughtfully and purposefully. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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