High School Introductory Psychology
What's included
30 live meetings
25 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework is assigned about 1 time per week and is graded for completeness.Assessment
Assessment will be formal and informal. They are designed provide practice for students to succeed in future higher level social science programs.Grading
Homework and tests will be graded to allow students and parents to judge progress and readiness for future learning.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
The CLEP Introductory Psychology Exam is a comprehensive assessment that evaluates students' knowledge of basic psychological principles and concepts. This exam covers a wide range of topics including research methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning theories, memory processes, social psychology, abnormal psychology, and more. By successfully passing this exam with a satisfactory score high school students can earn college credit for an introductory psychology course without having to take the actual class. The CLEP Introductory Psychology Exam offers individuals the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of fundamental psychological theories and applications in order to advance their academic careers or achieve personal goals. It serves as a cost-effective way for students to accelerate their degree completion by receiving credit for prior knowledge and experience in the field of psychology.
Learning Goals
Ability to comprehend, evaluate, and analyze problem situations
Knowledge of terminology, principles, and theory
Syllabus
30 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
History and Methods
-Psychology's History
-Modern Approaches to Understanding Human Behavior
-Research Methods
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
History and Methods
-Psychology's History
-Modern Approaches to Understanding Human Behavior
-Research Methods
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Biological Bases of Behavior
-Neurons
-Neurotransmitters
-Sub-System of the Nervous System
-Brain Organization
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Biological Bases of Behavior
-Neurons
-Neurotransmitters
-Sub-System of the Nervous System
-Brain Organization
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This course can be adjusted to accommodate any special learning needs of the student. Please contact teacher to make a learning plan.
Parental Guidance
Please Note--This is a course that follows the CLEP (College Board) guidelines. This is not a therapy or diagnostic class. Various topics in college psychology will be examined.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Gina Jude Curriculum is a certified teacher-tutoring and online teaching service. We offer online courses for homeschool students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, English, history, and more. We also provide tutoring services for students who are struggling in a particular subject.
Our mission is to provide quality education to all students, regardless of their learning style or ability. We believe that every student has the potential to succeed when given the proper tools and support. The teacher for this class has a minor in psychology from Louisiana State University.
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Live Group Course
$32
weekly or $470 for 30 classes2x per week, 15 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-6 learners per class