Welcome to PSYC 203, Introduction to Psychology. This is a 3 credit hour course that will introduce you to the scientific study of behavior.
Many people claim that psychology is just common sense and others that psychology is nonsense.
We ll see why neither notion is correct and why critical thinking and the scientific method are important in understanding behavior. You ll learn the core facts and theories of the field and engage in exercises designed to develop your critical thinking skills and your ability to communicate effectively through writing. As a memory researcher, I know that active participation of the learner is essential for long-term retention, therefore you ll be expected to participate in class demonstrations, discussions, and projects. Ask for it as How to Think Like a Psychologist at the reserve desk. One objective for this course is that you learn the core facts and theories of psychology.