LO1: Describe how psychological research contributes to our understanding of mental processes and behavior - Taylor Pro College
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Module 1
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Topic 1: Psychology a History
00:00
LO1: Define key Psychological Schools of Thought and their Evolution
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LO2: Identify the major thinkers and philosophical movements that influenced the development of psychology as a scientific discipline
00:00
LO3: Describe the emergence of experimental methods in psychology and their impact on the field
00:00
LO4: Analyze the ethical considerations that have arisen throughout the history of Psychology
00:00
LO5: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Psychology a History
15:00
Topic 2: Psychology Research
00:00
LO1: Describe how psychological research contributes to our understanding of mental processes and behavior
00:00
LO2: Identify the different types of research designs used in psychology
00:00
LO3: Interpret research findings, considering their strengths, limitations, and generalizability
00:00
LO4: Summarize the ethical considerations involved in specific research methodologies
00:00
LO5: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Psychology Research
15:00
Topic 3: Human Behavior
00:00
LO1: Define the Key Concepts and Theories related to Human Behavior
00:00
LO2: Explain how the Nervous System, and Brain Structures influence Human Behavior
00:00
LO3: Analyze how Cognitive Biases and Heuristics can influence Decision-making and Judgment
00:00
LO4: Explain the basic principles of learning in the context of Classical Conditioning, Operant Conditioning, and Observational Learning
00:00
LO5: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Human Behavior
15:00
Topic 4: Sensation and Perception
00:00
LO1: Define the basic processes of Sensation and How Sensory Information is received by the Brain
00:00
LO2: Demonstrate the different sensory systems and their unique functions
00:00
LO3: Analyze the role of Attention and Selective Perception in shaping our understanding of Sensory Information
00:00
LO4: Explain how our Understanding of Sensory limitations can inform the Design of safer or more User-friendly Environments
00:00
LO5: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Sensation and Perception
15:00
Topic 5: Consciousness Conditioning
00:00
LO1: Define key concepts related to Consciousness, Including Wakefulness, Awareness, and Altered States
00:00
LO2: Explain the core concepts of Classical Conditioning using Pavlov’s Experiment as a Model
00:00
LO3: Identify the Stages and Functions of Sleep, including REM and non-REM sleep
00:00
LO4: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Consciousness Conditioning
15:00
Topic 6: Types of Learning
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LO1: Define the different types of Learning
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LO2: Compare and Contrast the different Learning theories Highlighting their Strengths and Limitations
00:00
LO3: Explain how Habituation allows us to filter out unimportant stimuli and How Sensitization can increase our responsiveness to significant stimuli
00:00
LO4: Analyze the role of Cognitive Factors like Memory, Attention, and Motivation in influencing Learning
00:00
LO5: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Types of Learning
15:00
Topic 7: Types of Memory
00:00
LO1: List different types of Memory, including Sensory Memory, Short-Term Memory, and Long-Term Memory
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LO2: Explain the distinctions between Explicit and Implicit Memory
00:00
LO3: Paraphrase factors that influence Memory Accuracy and Forgetting, including Interference Decay
00:00
LO4: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Types of Memory
15:00
Topic 8: Components and Physiology of Memory
00:00
LO1: Quote the key components of Memory, Including Encoding, Storage, and Retrieval
00:00
LO2: Apply knowledge of Memory Processes to understand Memory Disorders and Cognitive Enhancements
00:00
LO3: Discuss the role of Neurotransmitters, such as Acetylcholine and Dopamine, in Memory Formation
00:00
LO4: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Components and Physiology of Memory
15:00
Topic 9: Intelligence Language
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LO1: Define Intelligence and Describe different Theoretical Perspectives on Intelligence, such as Psychometric and Cognitive Approaches
00:00
LO2: Explain the Development of Intelligence across the Lifespan, from Infancy to Adulthood
00:00
LO3: Describe how Intelligence is measured and assessed, including the use of IQ Tests and other Assessment Tools
00:00
LO4: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Intelligence Language
15:00
Topic 10: Problem Solving
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LO1: Define Problem-Solving and differentiate it from Decision-Making
00:00
LO2: Discuss the role of Creativity and Divergent thinking in generating Novel Solutions to Problems
00:00
LO3: Analyze the Nature of the Problem itself influences the Strategies we Employ
00:00
LO4: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Problem Solving
15:00
Topic 11: Decision Making
00:00
LO1: Explain Cognitive Biases and Heuristics that Influence Decision Making
00:00
LO2: Analyze the impact of Emotions and Intuition on Decision-Making
00:00
LO3: Analyze the potential for biases based on Cultural Background or Social Identity to influence our Decisions
00:00
LO4: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Decision Making
15:00
Topic 12: Motivation and Emotions
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LO1: Define Motivation and Explain its role in Initiating, Directing, and Sustaining Behavior
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LO2: Analyze different theories of Emotion and Exploring how Emotions Arise
00:00
LO3: Explore the impact of Cultural Background on the Expression and Interpretation of Emotions
00:00
LO4: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Motivation and Emotions
15:00
Topic 13: Personality and Behaviour
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LO1: Define Personality and Identify key theories of Personality
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LO2: Explain how Personality Influences Behavior across different Situations and Contexts
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LO3: Discuss the Influence of Genetics, Environment, and Culture on the formation of Personality
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LO4: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Personality and Behavior
15:00
Topic 14: Attitude
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LO1: Define Attitudes and Differentiate between their three Key Components
00:00
LO2: Evaluate the Effectiveness of different Strategies for promoting Positive Social change through Attitude Modification
00:00
LO3: Knowledge Check
15:00
Case Study: Attitude
15:00
Module Based Quiz
01:00:00
Final Exam
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Final Exam: Psychology Fundamentals
01:15:00
ACSW_PYSC100: Psychology Fundamentals
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