Syllabus for PSY 101: Applications of Psychology

Traditional FA 2020
University of Mount Olive

Instructor: Natalie Kemp

Email: Nkemp@umo.edu
Phone: 919-658-7791 (office) 919-429-1951 (cell)
Office Hours: Posted in Henderson 207 B Psychology Research Lab and posted on Moodle.
Dean: Dr. Jerry Seaton Dean, School of Arts and Sciences GSeaton@umo.edu

Course Description (3 credit hours)

Discussion of current research in the field of psychology and how that can be applied in various clinical and
experimental settings. Emphasis on using critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: PSY 100.

Required Text
FABBS Foundation and Morton Ann Gernsbacher – Psychology in the Real World - ISBN-13: 978-1464173950 or ISBN-
10: 1464173958

Publication Manual of the APA 7th Edition

Student Learning Outcomes

Student Learning Outcomes Means of Assessment

Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
1. Develop a working knowledge of psychology’s
content domains and applications of psychology.
This outcome will be indicated by successful:
1. Demonstration of an understanding of concepts
principles, and themes through interactive discussions
and exams.

2. Engage in innovative and integrative 2. Responses and interactions in reading reflections,

thinking and problem solving. forums and assignments.

3. Apply ethical standards to evaluate 3. Critical thinking rooted in ethical standards

psychological science and practice. evidenced in assignments and final project.

4. Demonstrate effective writing for different 4. Effective communication demonstrated in APA

purposes and interact effectively with others writing assignments.

5. Develop meaningful professional direction 5. Creation of a virtual portfolio to be used throughout

for life after graduation their educational journey.

Course Requirements

Discussion Boards: (25 points each X 7= 375 pts) Students are assigned a topic and will post their responses to
the forum for all students to see and comment on.

Reading reflections: (25 points each X 15= 175 pts) Students are assigned chapters to read per week and submit
reflections as assigned by the instructor.
Assignments: (50 points each X 9=450 pts) Assignments are posted in various formats as indicated by the
instructor.
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Late work may be accepted with communication between the student and professor with a 10 point
deduction per day.
* Course requirements subject to change if needed

Evaluation/Grading Scale

The Instructor will create the assignments and post in Moodle. Grades will be based on the points above (1000 points
total) set up in the Moodle gradebook. Letter grades will be assigned based on the following scale:

Evaluation/Grading Scale

Number Letter GPA

93-100 A 4.0
90-92 A- 3.7
87-89 B+ 3.3
83-86 B 3.0
80-82 B- 2.7
77-79 C+ 2.3
70-76 C 2.0
60-69 D 1.0
59-below F 0.0

Attendance Policy, information for requesting an “incomplete”)

Class attendance is prerequisite for achieving the course objectives and required by university policy as stated in the
catalog, which can be viewed on the UMO web page, under “Academics”: www.umo.edu .
The Professor is required to record your attendance in Moodle each week. Please understand that this may affect your
financial aid or participation in sports as well. Attendance will be recorded after the completion of each weekly exam.
The last day to officially drop the class is the 1/17/20. You will need to officially complete that process or you will receive
an F as a grade if you do not complete the course.

To access the Honor Policy and information about the Academic Resource Center (ARC) and Moye
library, please refer to Moodle.

Accommodations and Student Accessibility

“The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides
comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities.  Among other things, this legislation requires
that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable
accommodation for their disabilities.  If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please
contact Student Accessibility at (919) 658-7497, or email studentaccessibility@umo.edu for assistance.”
 
Student Resources and Support
For additional informational on the University Catalog, Academic Calendar, or Academic Support Services
available for free to UMO students, please see links available on the right side of your course Moodle shell.

 Academic Concerns and Questions

All academic issues must be first brought to your professor. Your professor’s contact information is at the top of this
syllabus. In the event that you and your professor cannot resolve an issue, the next step is to contact the Dean
The Dean’s contact information is also at the top of this syllabus.
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Tentative Course Outline with specific assignments and dates is posted on Moodle

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