Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology
Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology is an introductory college-level course. The content of this curriculum supports students in becoming knowledgeable of the systematic study of behavior and mental processes of humans and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major sub-fields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. The disciplines of study within the field of psychology are vast; therefore, in designing this course the ultimate goal is to prepare students for the College Board AP Psychology examination. The curriculum is modeled after introductory college level psychology survey courses and reflects the College Board AP Psychology Course Description. This two-semester course includes fourteen key topics, which form the basis of the learning objectives. Practice exams are given throughout the year (check class web page for dates), using the format of the AP Psychology Exam with multiple choice, short answer, and longer essay questions, some of which are based on slides of significant artwork. Through development of critical thinking and completion of this course content, students will be able to:
Much of the course text will be used in monthly reading and note-taking tasks and there will be lecture sessions available to enhance the course content. Students are expected to make time to see the instructor for questions as they arise and to plan ahead of deadlines. At the end of the year, students will read a book that is related to some aspect of psychology. The reading selection list is linked here: AP Psychology Reading Selection List. Check back during the second semester to this location for the book review directions. |
Quick Links and Syllabi
Monthly Testing site is located here: http://http://appsychology.com/HowPass/MC%20quizes/MCquizeshome.htm |