Course Description:
AP Psychology provides an overview of current psychological research methods and theories. Students will explore the therapies used by professional counselors and clinical psychologists and examine the reasons for normal human reactions: how people learn and think, the process of human development and human aggression, altruism, intimacy, and self -reflection. They’ll study core psychological concepts, such as the brain and sense functions, and learn to gauge human reactions, gather information, and form meaningful syntheses. The course exposes students to facts, research, appropriate terminology, and major figures in the world of psychology. Along the way, students will also investigate relevant concepts like study skills and information retention. The equivalent of a 100- level college survey course, AP Psychology prepares students for the AP Exam and for further studies in psychology and life sciences. The content aligns to the scope and sequence specified by the College Board and to widely used textbooks.
Prerequisite: None
Course Length: 1 Semester
Credits: 0.5 Credit