Expected Course Learning Outcomes

Students who complete this course will become better able to explain, describe, discuss, recognize, and/or apply knowledge and understanding of key subject matter.

1. Historical foundations of this area of psychology.
2. Fundamental theories behind psychological topics covered.
3. Relevant psychological concepts.
4. Real-world applications of psychological concepts covered.
5. Relevant empirical science.
6. Comparisons and analogies for real-world examples.
7. Means of communicating and expressing these ideas.
8. Ask questions that reflect analysis and critique of information.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate knowledge of historical foundations, fundamental theories, and basic concepts in psychology – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
• Students will demonstrate understanding and application of psychological principles, theories, concepts, and empirical findings to individual, social, and real world problems – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
• Students will demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills – 4, 6, 7.

Liberal Arts Core Outcomes

• Analytical and critical thinking skills – 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
• Oral communication skills (if class includes participation grade or requires oral presentation) – 4, 6, 7, 8.
• Written communication skills – 4, 6, 7, 8.

University-Level Student Learning Goals

• Complexity and diversity – 2, 4, 6
• Speak and write – 6, 7, 8
• Logically and critically – 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
• Physical universe – 2, 4, 6, 8

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

All Henderson students are expected to demonstrate academic integrity in all of their classes and other academic contexts. The larger academy is built on academic honesty beyond reproach and this is one of Henderson’s Core Values: We cultivate a climate of academic, personal, and professional integrity by holding ourselves and each other to the highest ethical standards in all we say and do. As such, academic dishonesty in any form is unacceptable. Academic dishonesty is defined below includes—but is not limited to—cheating and plagiarism, which are defined as follows:

Cheating involves the use or attempted use or dissemination of materials, information, or study aids that are not explicitly permitted by the instructor (and/or the larger university) in tests or other academic work, both in and out of class. Examples of cheating may include—but are not limited to—the following:

1. Obtaining, providing, or using unauthorized materials or other resources for a test or assignment, whether verbally, visually, electronically/digitally, or by notes, books, or other means.

2. Taking a test or submitting course-related or other academic work for another person or arranging for someone else to take a test or submit academic work in one’s place.

3. Fabricating information for any report or other academic work without the express and specific permission of the instructor, as related to specific course expectations for learning.

4. Providing another student with unauthorized materials, such as by telling them what is on a test.

5. Plagiarism, which means submitting someone else’s work as your own. Do not submit a single sentence or even a sentence fragment as primarily worded by someone else, not without both identifying it as a quote and clearly citing the source. Completing paraphrasing someone else’s idea without including your own original thought or synthesis and without identifying it as someone else’s idea is still plagiarism because it still presents someone else’s work as your own.

The instructor reserves the right to subtract any number of points from the grade of someone who disrupts class, or to assign a course grade of F to someone caught cheating. Anyone caught cheating will also be referred for Henderson State University disciplinary measures. 

COMPUTER TIPS

To make sure your computer can interact with our system, you may need (1) the most current version of your Internet browser, (2) Windows updates, and (3) Java updates.

Call the HSU Computer Help Desk at 230-5678 or e-mail helpdesk@hsu.edu if you have non-Canvas account difficulties.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

It is the policy and practice of Henderson State University to create inclusive learning environments. If there are aspects of the instruction or design of this course that result in barriers to your inclusion or to accurate assessment of achievement, such as time-limited exams, inaccessible web content, or non-captioned videos, contact the Disability Resource Center at (870) 230-5475 or visit them in Foster Hall for assistance. For more information, visit the DRC website at http://www.hsu.edu/Provost/TRIO/Disability-resource-center.html.

Simply sending your professor a copy of a DRC accommodation letter does not automatically set all listed options into motion. A student must send a request to the professor and directly ask for each specific accommodation. Students taking tests through the Disability Resource Center should make arrangements to schedule each test as early as possible. Do not wait until the day of or the day before a test to try to schedule time with DRC. Students needing extra time on an online test must ask the professor 24-48 hours before each specific test begins. If you ask earlier, the test (and therefore its settings) might not exist yet. If you ask later, the professor may not get the message in time.

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Henderson State University Mission Statement 

Henderson State University is committed to helping every student be #ReddieforWhatsNext by opening the door of access and opportunity to college, mobilizing a learning community that builds seamless pathways from school to work, and preparing students to be career ready in high-demand fields that drive community and economic development.

Health, Education & Social Sustainability Mission Statement 

In the Health, Education, & Social Sustainability learning community, students, campus professionals, and community partners value public service, community building, and human engagement. We study and promote inclusive practices that embrace differences and enhance learning within a community of service-oriented leaders.

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Any information in this syllabus may be subject to change, correction, or other revision.