Johns Hopkins University
Peabody Conservatory of Music
Fall 1999
290.111 - INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY
Wednesdays and Fridays 8:00 - 9:20 A.M.
Room: 202 Conservatory
Faculty: Dr. Jeffrey A. Schaler
jschaler@peabody.jhu.edu
http://www.schaler.net
Office hours by appointment:
Telephone (410) 659-8159/(301) 585-5664
Course Description
An introduction to the fields and research methods of
contemporary psychology, including such topics as biological
and social bases of behavior, human development, perception,
memory, learning theory, intelligence, and abnormal
behavior. Lecture and discussion format.
Course Objectives
1. To familiarize students with current theoretical terms
and concepts in the psychology field, the methods used to
research these concepts, and the applications of the
concepts in clinical and educational settings.
2. To develop observational skill in self-observation and
the observation of others.
3. To develop objective and critical evaluations of
psychological theories and their applications from a
philosophical point of view.
4. To develop an understanding and awareness of
psychological problems, contemporary theories regarding
their etiology, and treatment approaches.
Required Text:
Lahey, Benjamin B., (1995) Psychology: An introduction
sixth edition. McGraw Hill. Use the accompanying study
guide.
Course Requirements and Grades
Examination #1 20%
Examination #2 20%
Examination #3 20%
Final examination 40%
Total: 100%
--> Material discussed in class, and not in any of the
readings, may form the basis for questions on the
examinations. One grade reduction for over four absences.
Sign in at each class. Students are responsible for
anything covered in class during their absence, including
material presented in films. Readings must be completed by
the session to which they are assigned.
If Dr. Schaler is absent, please complete the pre-
identified assignment, or start the film/video which is
available in your classroom. Expect that material on films
will be on the examinations.
CLASS SCHEDULE
September 13 Chapter 1 What is Psychology?
September 15 Appendix (pp. 593-605) Measurement,
Research Design and
Statistics
September 20 Appendix (pp. 593-605) Measurement,
Research Design
and Statistics
September 22 Chapter 2 Biological
Foundations of
Behavior
September 27 Chapter 2 Biological
Foundations of
Behavior
September 29 Chapter 3 Sensation and
(pp. 118-133 only) Perception
October 4 Chapter 4 States of
Consciousness
October 6 Chapter 5 Basic Principles of
Learning
October 7 Chapter 5 Basic Principles of
Learning
October 11 First examination Chapters 1-5 +
Appendix
October 13 Chapter 6 Memory
October 18 Mid-term holiday, no class
October 20 Chapter 7 Cognition, Language
(Don't read pp. 256-261 on language.) and Intelligence
October 25 Chapter 8 Developmental
Psychology
October 27 Chapter 8 Developmental
Psychology
November 1 Chapter 9 Motivation and
Emotion
November 3 Second examination Chapters 6 - 9
November 8 Chapter 10 Gender and
Sexuality
November 10 Chapter 11 Personality
Theories and
Assessment
November 15 Chapter 11 Personality
Theories and
Assessment
November 17 Chapter 12 Stress and Health
November 22 Third examination Chapters 10 - 12
November 24 No class--Thanksgiving holiday
November 29 Chapter 13 Abnormal Behavior
December 1 Chapter 13 Abnormal Behavior
December 6 Chapter 14 Therapies
December 8 Chapter 14 Therapies
Chapter 15 Social Psychology
December 13 Chapter 15 Social Psychology
Review
December 15 Final examination (Cumulative, Not Chapter 16)
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