Summer 2008

PSY w301 • Intro to Psychology

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the science of psychology with an emphasis on biological and evolutionary explanations of psychological phenomena. The course will cover topics in cognitive, developmental, personality, social, and clinical psychology.

Grading Policy

Grades will be based on three non-cumulative exams, with an optional cumulative final that can replace the lowest exam grade, as well as two essays. Extra credit options will also be available.

Texts

Psychological Science by Gazzaniga & Heatherton, (2nd Ed.), 2005

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