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Pre-requisite: None
Units: 3 units
Contact Info: 0906-882-7221
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Course Description: Social Science 3 (General Psychology) s designed to give you a general overview of
the field psychology. Key concepts and theories will be introduced to you in understanding human
behaviour. This aims to increase your personal growth since you will be able to discover different scientific
methods or skills to find solutions to everyday human problems.
Course Competencies:
I.
Knowledge of theoretical perspectives
a. Know the basic concepts and theories of psychology
II.
Application of psychological principles
a. Apply the psychological concepts in the micro (self) and macro level (society, especially
the Philippine setting)
III.
Develop personal awareness and growth
a. Reflect on personal experiences in the lens of the different psychological principles
b. Understand the self and others better
c. Become aware of the use of psychological concepts in daily human experiences
TOPIC OUTLINE
Week
Number
1 July 1
Topics
Classroom Orientation
Activities
Short Lecture
Expected Output
List of Expectations and
Responsibilities
2 July 8
3 July 15
4 July 15
July 22
5 July 29
6 July 29
Setting Expectations
and House Rules
(see the last part)
Lecture and
Discussion
Lecture and Small
group discussion
Assignment:
Creative Output 1
Prelim
Class Discussion,
Skit Presentation
Lecture and Class
Discussion,
Assignment:
Creative Output 1: To be
submitted on an announced
date
Groups must be able to
present a skit presentation on
the class
7 Aug 5
8 Aug 5
Learning Chapter 7
Creative Output 2
Lecture and Class
Discussion
Memory Chapter 8
Assignment:
Reflection Paper 1
Midterm
Group 1 Reporting,
Assignment:
Reflection Paper 2
Group 2 Reporting
Group 3 Reporting
12 Aug 26
Assignment:
Creative Output 3
Group 4 Reporting
13 Sept 2
Personality Chapter 12
Group 5 Reporting,
Aug 7-9
9 Aug 12
10 Aug 12
11Aug 17
Reflection Paper 1: To be
submitted on an announced
date
Assignment:
Reflection Paper 3
Reflection Paper 3: To be
submitted on an announced
date
Semi-Final
Group 6 Reporting
Creative Output 4
Group 7 Reporting
5- 6 Sept
14 Sept 9
15 Sept 16
Therapies Chapter 14
16 Sept 23
Group 8 Reporting,
Reflection Paper 4
17 Sept 30
Group 9 Reporting
18 Oct 7
Filipino Psychology
Group 10 Reporting
Oct 9-11
Reflection Paper 4: To be
submitted on an announced
date
Course Requirements:
1. Readings
2. Recitations/ Group Works
3. Announced Quizzes
4. Reflection/ Reaction Papers/ Outputs (Videos/ Papers)
5. Examination
6. Attendance
Grading System
Midterm and Final Examinations
Prelim and Semi Final Examinations
30%
20%
25%
15%
10%
_______________
100%
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House Rules:
Education: Enjoy learning. See this as a game wherein you have the full motivation to work on. Expect that
there will be obstacles that will come your way, but ask for God Almightys guidance to keep going and
finish with flying colors.
Punctuality: Come on or in time the class. Attendance will be checked before the class starts.
Submission of Outputs and Papers. Assignments and activities missed due to unauthorized absence cannot
be made up. You are responsible for all assignment/ information given out during your absence;
Academic Integrity: No to plagiarism. No cheating. Papers found out to be plagiarized will be given an
automatic grade of 5.0
Classroom technology: Turn-off or put the mobile phones in silent mode. No laptops, netbooks or tabs will
be used during the lecture or class discussion except if it is needed.
References:
Main Reference:
Santrock, John W., 2005, Psychology 7, NY. McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Passer, Michael W. & Smith, Ronald E., 2007, Psychology The Science of Mind and
Behavior, NY. McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Please keep in mind that this syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor. You
will be informed of changes via email or class announcements.
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