St.

Paul University Manila

(St. Paul University System)
680 Pedro Gil St., Malate, 1004 Manila, Philippines

First Semester, Academic Year 2013 - 2014 Program: Psychology

COURSE OUTLINE

Course Code:

PSY 101

Course Title:

GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

Course Credit:

3.0 Units

Course Prerequisites: NONE

Course Description: Introduction Psychology is a three-unit subject that tackles the historical background of Psychology as scientific field, human growth and development, and different facets of human behavior, such as sensation and perception, emotions, and learning and memory. Course Objectives: By the end of the course, the student is expected to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Be equipped with knowledge and understanding of how and why humans behave the way we do. Be able to improve the quality of their interactions with others. Provide insights about their own behaviors, so that they may appreciate their being and existence. Be more self-aware and to grow personally.

Contents: Number of Hours 6 9 9 6 3 6 3 6 3 Course Requirements: An introduction to Psychology Human Development Biological Basis of Behavior Sensation and Perception Altered State of Consciousness Learning, Memory, and Thinking Motivation and Emotion Personality Mental Health and Stress Attendance, Quizzes, Projects, Graded Recitation, Major Exams, Problem-based Assignment: Family tree, Project on Different Pictorial Cues and Principles of Grouping Course Key Topics/Content

Course References: Books Bergin, C. (2012). Child and Adolescent Development in your Classroom, International Edition. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning . Bernstein, D. (2011). Essentials of Psychology, Fifth International Edition. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Cengage Learning. Feist, G. (2012). Psychology Perspectives and Connections, Second International Edition . New York: McGraw-Hill 2

Gigante-Labiste, M. (2011). General Psychology. Mandaluyong City: Books Atbp. Publishing. Griggs, Richard. (2010). Psychology: A Concise Introduction. 2nd Edition. New York: Worth Publication Kalat, James. (2011). Introduction to Psychology. 9th Edition. Belmont, CA. Wadsworth Cengage Learning King, L. (2010). Experience Psychology, First Edition. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. Lahey, B. (2012). Psychology: An Introduction. New York: McGraw-Hill

Research Journals Bear, A.A.G. (2012). Technology, Learning and Individual Differences. Journal of Adult Education. 41(2), 27-42. Retrieved from: http://search.proquest.com/docview/1284596013/13E4F2908276F354524/2?accountid=33657 Hodgins, D., Fick, G., Murray, R. & Cunningham, J. (2013). Internet-based interventions for disordered gamblers: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial of online self-directed cognitive-behavioural motivational therapy. BMC Public Health. 1, 1-8. Retrieved from: http://search.proquest.com/docview/1269328043/fulltextPDF/13DA44A7C18788AD83A/20?accountid=33657 Jackson, M.L., et al. (2011). The effect of sleep deprivation on BOLD activity elicited by a divided attention task. Brain Imaging and Behavior. 5, 97 108. Retrieved from: http://search.proquest.com/docview/1095645083/13E4F24386F5BE801C9/7?accountid=33657 Jarinto, K. (2011). "Understanding Stress": Comparing between US, Japanese and Thai management styles. Journal of International Migration Studies. 6 (3), 1-13. Retrieved from: http://search.proquest.com/docview/963333560/fulltextPDF/13DA4575A65744359BF/3?accountid=33657 Norwich, K. (2010). A Mathematical exploration of the mystery of loudness adaptation. Bulletin of Mathematical Biology. 72, 298-313. Retrieved from: http://search.proquest.com/docview/209599398/13DA4360FF22D1CC2BE/20?accountid=33657 Stone, M. (2012). Disorder in the domain of personality disorders. Psychodynamic Psychiatry. 20 (1), 23-46. Retrieved from: http://search.proquest.com/docview/1010969138/fulltextPDF/13DA44FEADD5EBB4DD8/11?accountid=33657 Tough, S., Siever, J., Benzies, K., Leew, S. & Johnston D. (2010). Maternal well-being and its association to risk of developmental problems in children at school entry. BMC Pediatrics. 10 (19), 1-12. Retrieved from: http://search.proquest.com/docview/902184267/13DA453859760240C8B/18?accountid=33657 Online Sources

American Psychological Association. (2013). Personality topics. Retrieved from: http://www.apa.org/topics/personality/index.aspx AlleyDog.Com (2013). Psychology Topics> Learning and Behavior. Retrieved from: http://alleydog.com/topics/learning_and_behavior.php Bjork, Robert. (2007) Memory / edited by Elizabeth Ligon Bjork, Publication Info. San Diego : Academic Press, c1996. Retrieved last June 6, 2012 at www.sciencedirect.com/science/book/9780121025700 Green, J. (2007) Neuropsychological evaluation of the older adult : a clinician's guidebook . Publication Info. San Diego, CA : Academic Press, Retrieved last May 2012 at www.sciencedirect.com/science/book/9780122981906 Psychology.Org. (2013). Encyclopedia of Psychology. Retrieved from: http://www.psychology.org/ Psychology Today (n.d.). Psychology Today. Retrieved last May, 2013 from: http://www.psychologytoday.com/

Library Hours: Friday / 8:00-9:00 AM

COURSE SYLLABUS Number of Hours 6 Course Key Topics/Content Introduction Definition of Psychology Goals of Psychology Historical background Schools of thought Methods of Psychology Fields of Psychology Teaching-Learning Strategies Lecture, Discussion, socialized recitation Values Integration Appreciation of psychology and its relevance to our lives

Week 1-2

Specific Objectives To be familiar with the various definitions of psychology and understand why psychology is considered a science. Trace the development of the

Evaluative Measures Quizzes, Graded recitation, Group dynamics

field of psychology.

2-5

To explain the role of heredity and environment in development To discuss the different stages of development and its hazards To understand the relationship of physiological processes on an individuals behavior To give an overview of the parts and functions of the nervous and endocrine system

Human Development Nature of human development Stages of human development Psychological theories of human development Biological Basis of Behavior Neurons Nervous system Endocrine system

Lecture, Open discussion, Assignment: Family tree

6-8

Lecture, Open discussion

Value for uniqueness and individuality Appreciation of endowed and acquired capabilities. Self-improvement Value for the importance and complexity of the human body

Quizzes, Graded recitation, Research-based Assignment

Quizzes, Recitation, Research-based Assignment

9 10-11 6

Midterm Examination To understand the processes Sensation and Perception of sensation and perception Sensory systems as it influence human Perception behavior To determine the implications of biological processes on mental functions. Lecture, Open discussion, Diagram making Respect Quizzes, Recitation, Submission of require assignment

12

To able to distinguish different altered state of consciousness

Altered States of Consciousness Sleep Dreams Meditation Learning and Memory Models of learning Memory and Forgetting

Lecture, Open discussion, Relaxation exercises

Appreciation of bodily functions

Quizzes, recitation

13

To be able to explain the learning processes To understand the role of learning and memory on behavior. To compare and contrast the different theoretical views regarding emotions To illustrate the physiological processes in understanding emotional control To be familiar with the different viewpoint in understanding personality.

Lecture, Open discussion, Socialized Recitation

14

Motivation and Emotion Nature and components Theories of emotion

Lecture, Open discussion, Group dynamics

Value for the ability to improve ones self. Patience in developing and improving ones self Appropriate expression of human emotions Emotional control

Quizzes, Graded recitation

Quizzes, recitation

15-16

17

To understand the nature of frustration and conflicts and how these two are interrelated.

Personality Psychodynamic Theories Trait Approaches Behavioral Approaches Biology and Evolution Humanistic Perspective Mental Health and Stress Types of stressor Coping with stress

Lecture, Open discussion, Concept mapping

Lecture, Open discussion, Class Exercise

Value for individuality and uniqueness, Respect and honoring individual differences Patience Tolerance

Quizzes, recitation, Graded dyad discussions Quizzes, recitation, Case analysis presentation

18

Final Examination

Prepared by:

Rene M. Nob

Date Submitted:

May 31, 2013 6

Checked by:

Mrs. Joanne Osea-Popanes

Approved by:

Ms. Lorna Tagay