Psychology 12

Mr. Katsionis                                                                          david.katsionis@burnabyschools.ca

Throughout this course we will explore a wide variety of topics such as the impact of human behavior and psychological concepts such as human development, social psychology, personality and abnormal behavior. As we progress through our four units, we will be approaching this course from a clinical perspective. By maintaining this perspective, we can keep an open mind and understand the rationale behind why certain individuals choose to make conscious decisions.

Course Expectations:

1. Treat yourself, others, the teacher and learning space with respect.
2. It is expected you will submit all assignments on time and to the best of your abilities.
3. Ask questions so that we can have an engaged learning environment.
4. There are NO cell phones permitted unless otherwise specified. Phones will be taken away for improper use.
5. You are required to be in class on time. If you are late, come into the classroom as quietly as possible.
6. If you are away, you are still responsible for all missed work. Consult Mr. Katsionis when this happens.
7. Ask the teacher when you need to leave the room for a water break and/or the washroom.
8. You must follow ALL online procedures and regularly check our class website: https://sd41blogs.ca/katsionisd/
9. Please submit ALL assignments through Microsoft Teams

Assessment:

Throughout this course we will use a variety of both Summative and Formative assessments. This will include discussions, assignments, projects, journals, simulations, educational games, quizzes and tests. Below is a breakdown of how you will be assessed in Psychology 12.

Social-Personal Responsibility            10%

Assignments/Projects                          65%

Tests                                                    25%

Units/Topics

Unit One: Methods Domain

Module 1: Introduction and Careers

Module 2: History and Perspectives

Module 3: Nature vs. Nurture in Psychology

Module 4: Research Strategies and Ethics

Unit Two: Bio-Psychological Domain

Module 1: The Nervous System and the Endocrine System

Module 2: The Brain

Module 3: Sensation

Module 4: Perception

Module 5: Motivation

Module 6: Emotion

Module 7: Effects of Stress

Module 8: Promoting Wellness

Unit Three: Variations in Individual and Group Behavior

Module 1: Introduction to Psychological Disorders

Module 2: Anxiety and Mood Disorders

Module 3: Dissociative, Schizophrenic, and Personality Disorders

Module 4: Psychological Therapies

Module 5: Social Thinking and Social Influence

Unit Four: The Cognitive Mind

Module 1: Classical Conditioning

Module 2: Operant Conditioning

Module 3: Observational Learning

Module 4: Sleep, Dreams, and Body Rhythms

Module 5: Hypnosis

Module 6: Drugs