Psychology

Psychology is designed to acquaint students with the concept of human behavior. This elective provides a general introduction to the field of psychology. Specific topics include the following: learning and creativity,
perception, theories of personality, human growth and development, and abnormalities. Psychology involves group work, laboratory experiments, independent reading/research, and active participation by the student.

 

Psychology-Advanced Placement/HORIZONS

The Psychology Advanced Placement course is designed to provide students with an analytical perspective about the field of psychology. After a general
introduction to the methods, application, and history of the study of psychology, several areas of emphasis will be explored. These include sensation and perception, states of consciousness, learning, cognition, motivation and emotions, personality, abnormal psychology, and
treatment of psychological disorders. The course is available to seniors interested in taking the Advanced Placement exam in Psychology.

Instructor: Mitchell Cutsinger
Email: mitchell.cutsinger@cfisd.net