Online High School Psychology Course
Dive into the intricate labyrinth of the human mind with Excel High School's immersive high school psychology course. Designed to offer students a holistic understanding of the subject, this course navigates the interplay of emotions, behaviors, and the societal structures that shape them. Our course takes students on a journey through the major theories of psychology, shedding light on human growth, learning, personality, and the ever-evolving perspectives in the field. With interactive lessons rooted in real-world applications, students will be empowered to delve deeper into human behavior, making sense of their surroundings and interpersonal dynamics.
The meticulously curated curriculum, presented over the span of a comprehensive textbook, balances historical foundations with contemporary psychological findings. It enables students to differentiate between sensations and perceptions, understand the nuances of learned and unlearned behaviors, and get acquainted with the intricate structures of the brain that influence personality. Through this course, students won't just accumulate knowledge but develop a profound appreciation for the intricate interconnections between biology, environment, and psychology. By the end, students will be equipped with insights that can enhance not only academic understanding but also everyday interpersonal interactions and self-awareness.
High School Psychology
Course Syllabus
This course introduces high school students to the study of psychology and helps them master fundamental concepts in research, theory, and human behavior. Students analyze human growth, learning, personality, and behavior from the perspective of major theories within psychology. From a psychological point of view, students investigate the nature of being human as they build a comprehensive understanding of traditional psychological concepts and contemporary perspectives in the field. Course components include an introduction to the history, perspectives, and research of psychology; an understanding of topics such as the biological aspects of psychology, learning, and cognitive development; the stages of human development; aspects of personality and intelligence; the classification and treatment of psychological disorders; and psychological aspects of social interactions.
Textbook: Psychology Excel Education Systems, Inc. – 2022
Course Objectives:
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Compare and contrast the various schools of psychological thought.
- Analyze biological, psychological, and social factors and how they work together in order to better understand psychology.
- Differentiate between sensation and perception.
- Differentiate between unlearned and learned behavior.
- Identify brain structures and various environmental and biological influences on personality.
- Define personality and discuss environmental and biological influences on personality.
- Describe the different types of psychotherapy.
Course contents:
Semester 1
- 1: Introduction to Pyschology
- 2: Fields of Pyschology
- 3: Research Methods
- 4: Sensation & Perception
- 5: States of Consciousness
- 6: Life Span Development
- 7: Learning
- 8: Memory
Semester 2
- 9: Thinking & Intelligence
- 10: Motivation & Emotion
- 11: Personality
- 12: Social Psychology
- 13: Psychological Disorders
- 14: Treatment of Psychological Disorders
- 15: Stress & Health Psychology
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Unit Quizzes.........................35%
Writing Assignments.........35%
Mid-Term/Final Exams......30%
Total.......................................100%
How Much Does It Cost?
$225
per course
Standard high school courses are priced at an affordable $225 each. This cost-effective rate makes quality education accessible for every student.
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Step One
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Single course options at Excel High School range in price depending on their difficulty. Single course prices are below:
- Standard High School Courses: $225
- Honors High School Courses: $325
- (AP) High School Courses: $599
Step Four
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