Psychology+Syllabus

I am very happy to have you in class and look forward to a year full of successes and happy surprises. After spending 15 years in airline marketing, traveling the world and continuing my education whenever possible, I began teaching Social Studies at TJ in 2004. I love Psychology, and students do too, because it is about US – what makes humans behave, think, feel the things we do. Linda_Estlund@dpsk12.org I will respond to your message within 24 hours. to learn how to create an account. Also, please review the website and my Wikispace regularly for other important information.
 * // Psychology //**
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This two-part course is an introduction to the science of psychology. The course has been developed to meet District Content Standards for Psychology. Upon completion, students will be able to: 1. List and demonstrate an understanding of the major goals of psychology. 2. Compare and contrast major theories in contemporary psychology. 3. Describe the goals and methods used in psychological research. 4. Identify major men and women in the field of psychology and their contributions. 5. Demonstrate an understanding of the influence of biological and social factors on human development and behavior. 6. Apply the principles and concepts learned in psychology to daily life. //Please see the attached pacing guide to view the curriculum timeline and objectives.// Ms Estlund’s requests: -arrive in class ON TIME. See the TJ handbook for tardy policies. -no food permitted in the classroom. -water is permitted (in a clear container). -bring necessary materials to class -restroom passes should be requested rarely and only upon presentation of TJ handbook pass page -complete assignments on time and follow late and make-up rules when necessary. -use classroom appropriate language. -**NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES ARE ALLOWED IN CLASS. Please keep them out of sight at all times**.
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//Late work:// Acceptance of late work without a written parent excuse is subject to teacher discretion. One night HOMEWORK assignments will not be accepted late (except in the case of an excused absence). Other assignments are subject to a 10% late penalty per day. //Make-up work:// __It is //the student’s// responsibility__ to ask for and complete makeup work. **(See student handbook)** Allotted time is one day for each excused day absent, plus one extra day to make up work and tests missed. Copies of assignments will be available (also ask your classmates!). Tests or quizzes must be made up no later than one week after the excused absence. Journal entries are in-class only and may not be made up-only excused with an excused absence. All assignments are graded on a total point system (number of points to be determined) cumulating as follows:A 93-100% A- 90-92% B+ 87-89% B 83-86% B- 80-82% C+ 77-79% C 73-76% C- 70-72% D 60-69% F 59% or below By the end of the first week, students must bring to class daily: -spiral notebookin which to keep all Psychology notes and writing/journal assignments -(optional) 3 ring binder or folder for loose papers -Pens and/or pencils – every day! //-“Psychology – Principles in Practice”// Textbooks will remain in the classroom but may be checked out by request for make-up work. Failure to return the book will result in a fine of up to $100.
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 * Welcome to Psychology class! **

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