The high school psychology course is the systematic study of behavior and mental processes. This course examines the interaction of biological, cognitive and sociocultural influences on human behavior. Students undertaking the course can expect to develop an understanding of how psychological knowledge is generated, developed and applied. This will allow them to have a greater understanding of themselves and appreciate the diversity of human behavior.
The holistic approach reflected in the curriculum, which sees biological, cognitive and sociocultural analysis being taught in an integrated way, ensures that students are able to develop an understanding of what all humans share, as well as the immense diversity of influences on human behavior and mental processes. The ethical concerns raised by the methodology and application of psychological research are also key considerations of this high school psychology course.
The holistic approach reflected in the curriculum, which sees biological, cognitive and sociocultural analysis being taught in an integrated way, ensures that students are able to develop an understanding of what all humans share, as well as the immense diversity of influences on human behavior and mental processes. The ethical concerns raised by the methodology and application of psychological research are also key considerations of this high school psychology course.
Contact Ms. Wenger:Office Hours:Tues 2:30-4 pm and by appointment.Make-up work, tutoring, and re-tests will be during this time.
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Course Syllabus
Part one: Core
Part Two: Options
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Harding University High School Website:
http://schools.cms.k12.nc.us/hardinguniversityHS/Pages/Default.aspx
Course Materials:
- A composition notebook
- A folder or binder in which to keep homework and handouts
- Pencil or pens (black or blue ink)
- Index cards for vocabulary
Classroom Expectations:
Regular attendance and participation is critical to your understanding of the material and the successful completion of this course. Group work and class discussions will be an integral part of your learning. When you are not in class you miss valuable information. If you miss class, email me to find out what you missed, and find a friend and copy the missed notes. Makeup work is YOUR responsibility.
STUDENT NOTEBOOKS: Your notebook will count as a large portion of your participation grade.
HOMEWORK: Students should not only complete the work assigned but should also review the material every night. Late homework will be docked one letter grade for each day missed.
*CMS policy states that students automatically fail if they miss more than ten days of class without recovery.
Students will abide by all Harding University High School rules. In addition, students should abide by my classroom rule:
Respect yourself, your peers, the learning process, and your teacher.
Failure to abide by classroom rules and Harding’s rules will result in disciplinary action. Disciplinary actions include, but are not limited to: warning, one-on-one conference, time out, parent contact, and referral.
STUDENT NOTEBOOKS: Your notebook will count as a large portion of your participation grade.
HOMEWORK: Students should not only complete the work assigned but should also review the material every night. Late homework will be docked one letter grade for each day missed.
*CMS policy states that students automatically fail if they miss more than ten days of class without recovery.
Students will abide by all Harding University High School rules. In addition, students should abide by my classroom rule:
Respect yourself, your peers, the learning process, and your teacher.
Failure to abide by classroom rules and Harding’s rules will result in disciplinary action. Disciplinary actions include, but are not limited to: warning, one-on-one conference, time out, parent contact, and referral.