Advanced Topics in Psychology
Advanced Topics in Psychology Online High School Course
COURSE LENGTH:
Full Year (30 Sessions)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Advanced Topics Psychology is an advanced honors-level course designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of a college-level introduction to psychology course.
COURSE LENGTH:
30 hours of synchronous work
45 hours of asynchronous work
Course Goals:
Be able to define and explain the content of all major areas of psychology
Be able to apply skills of concept, data analysis, scientific investigation
Explain behavior and apply theories using concepts from different theoretical frameworks
Analyze, interpret and evaluate psychological research studies
Seven Integrated Themes: APA Standards:
Psychological science relies on empirical evidence and adapts as new data develop
Psychology explains general principles that govern behavior while recognizing individual differences
Psychological, biological, social, and cultural factors influence behavior and mental process
Psychology values diversity, promotes equity, and fosters inclusion in pursuit of a more just society
Our perceptions and biases filter our experiences of the world through an imperfect personal lens
Applying psychological principles can change our lives, organizations, and communities in positive ways
Ethical principles guide psychology research and practice
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Be able to identify the basic concepts and research findings associated with each theoretical perspective of psychology
Gain an understanding of each of the major areas of psychology including
Biological Bases of Behavior
Sensation and Perception
Learning
Cognitive Psychology
Lifespan Development
Motivation, Emotion, and Personality
Clinical Psychology
Social Psychology
Apply psychological principles to an understanding of human behavior
To gain an understanding of the theoretical perspectives and the major areas of psychology including
Use empirical evidence to come to suitable and objective conclusions about mental processes and behavior
Be able to explain different models of behavior based on science as opposed to intuition
Learn to design, conduct, and evaluate psychological research
Understand and describe the ethical principles that guide psychologist in research and therapy today
Identify, read, and critically assess credible scientific sources
Use evidence-based reasoning to support arguments
Be able to apply complex behavioral concepts to real-world scenarios