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| Class Meets: | 1:00-1:50 Mondays Online T,W and Th, in MontH 80 |
| Instructor: | Dr. Paula J. Pedersen  |
| Office: | 347A Bohannon Hall |
| Office Hours: | 2:00-3:00 Tuesdays/Thursdays |
| Mailbox: | 320 Bohannon Hall |
| Phone: | Office - 218-726-7860 |
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| TA: Amanda Moe | Office Hours: Wednesdays 12:00 -1:00 and 2:00-3:00 in BohH 311 Email: moexx216@d.umn.edu Hybrid Learning Community: A and B |
| TA: Skye Harrison | Office Hours: Tuesdays 2:00-3:00 in BohH 311 |
| TA: Kelsey Keenan | Office Hours: Mondays 1:00-2:00 and 10:00-11:00 on Wednesdays in BohH 311 Email: Keena080@d.umn.edu Hybrid Learning Community: E and F |
| TA: Becca Strasburg | Office Hours: Mondays 11:00-1:00 and Wednesday 11:00-12:00 in BohH 311 Email: stras051@d.umn.edu Hybrid Learning Community:H, I and J |
Course Description: Psy 1003, General Psychology,
4 credits, is an introduction to the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes.
Content includes a consideration of the major topics investigated
by psychologists, with an emphasis on basic principles, concepts,
and procedures used in the field.
Textbook: www.thomsonedu.com/psychology/weiten
(Weiten) Psychology: Themes and Variations, Briefer Edition, 7th Edition
While any Introductory course involves a great deal of memorization in order to learn the language and systems of the discipline, the philosophy of this instructor is that of a more learner-centered and experiential approach. Students need to be responsible to read the course content on their own as class time will focus more the synthesis and application of that content. This course includes a Hybrid format, such that one day per week students will complete online lessons and will be asked to complete homework assignments and online discussion posts.
1003 Online can be accessed from MyUMD. Click on my courses to find a direct link to the online learning communities used for this course. OR...you can go straight to WebVista for weekly quizes as well as to access archived powerpoint lectures. And link directly to Moodle to complete weekly online lessons and assignments/discussion. All sites will require you to log in before they allow you access. Need a Moodle Orientation?
"Successful education can only
occur in an atmosphere of mutual respect, free from racism, sexism,
and other forms of prejudice and intolerance, and from their harmful
effects. Educational excellence depends on the creation and maintenance
of environments in which all members of the academic community
can thrive, working up to their full potential" (Minnesota'
Commitment to Educational Excellence developed by the President's
Task Force: Strengthening Excellence through Diversity, June 1990.)
Disability Services Policy Statement:
Individuals who have any disability (physical, learning, mental, or emotional), either permanent or temporary, which may affect their ability to perform in this class are encouraged to inform the instructor at the start of the term. Adaptations of methods, materials, or testing may be made as required to provide for equitable participation. Students should contact the Disability Services and Resources office located at Kirby Student Center 254 or by calling 726-8217.
Academic Honesty/Dishonesty Policy:
The University expects all students to maintain their own academic integrity and the reputation of the institution. Academic dishonesty is any intentional act of fraud in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another without authorization. These include cheating, plagiarism, forgery of academic documents, or other forms of academic dishonesty and will result in an “F” for the assignment and may result in an “F” for the course. Students are encouraged to review UMD’s “Student Academic Integrity Policy” online at http://www.d.umn.edu/conduct/.
Academic dishonesty is regarded as a serious offense by all members of the academic community. This policy sanctions students engaging in academic dishonesty with penalties up to and including expulsion from the university for repeat offenders.
Classroom Conduct:
The instructor will enforce and students are expected to follow the University’s Student Conduct Code. Appropriate classroom conduct promotes an environment of academic achievement and integrity. Students are encouraged to review the Student Conduct Code online at http://www.d.umn.edu/conduct/ . Disruptive classroom behavior that substantially or repeatedly interrupts either the instructor’s ability to teach or student learning, is prohibited. Disruptive behavior includes inappropriate use of technology in the classroom (ringing cell phones, checking email, Facebooking, computer games, text messaging on cell phones, etc.) ONLY EXCEPTION IN USING YOUR CELL PHONE IS FOR CLASSROOM EMERGENCY/SAFETY ISSUES BY DIALING CAMPUS POLICE AT 726-7000 OR 911.