B104Introduction to Psychology as a Social Science

Spring 2012 Online Section 10472 Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Instructor Email Phone Required Text Desiree J. Zielke, M.S. djzielke@iupui.edu; or through Oncourse I am not located on campus so I do not have a phone number. The Psychology Department phone number is: 317 274-6943 Kremer, J.F., Brown, J.N., & Buccini, L.D. (2011). Introductory psychology: Applications of theories and concepts (14th Ed.). Plymouth, MI: Hayden-McNeil Publishing. If this is your first time taking B104 at IUPUI, you must purchase this edition, published by Hayden-McNeil. If you enrolled in B104 in the fall of 2011, please let me know, as it may be possible for you to re-use your text. Testing Center SL Building, SL070 (basement) Open Monday-Thursday 9am 8pm, Friday & Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 12-5. Exams must be started at least one hour before the lab closes. Closed for Martin Luther King holiday and Spring Break. Also closed January 27, 28, February 3, 4, 5, and 6 for Super Bowl events. IUPUI Jagtag, IUPUI username and password, 14th edition of textbook and book ID# on inside cover. Jagtag required for class attendance and access to all exams. To activate your IUPUI username and IUPUI e-mail account, go online to http://itaccounts.iu.edu/ or go in person to the IT building and talk with the consultant. First Jagtag is free. Replacement of a lost or stolen Jagtag is $25.00. Read the textbook, complete weekly homework, actively participate in class, and develop effective strategies to prepare for exams. Go to http://oncourse.iu.edu -- click on B104 Homepage -- type in 9-digit Individual Access Code Number in the middle of the inside front cover of your textbook (first time only). Psychology Resource Center (PRC), LD 129, walk-in basis, staffed by B104 mentors Monday through Friday. Check door for hours.

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Course Description B104 Psychology as a Social Science introduces you to the scientific study of human behavior and mind from a social science perspective. Topics include perspectives on personality; learning; stress, health, and coping; defining and treating abnormal behavior; research methods; psychological testing and measurement of intelligence; social factors that influence behavior; psychology in the workplace. This section of B104 is delivered in an online, web-based format. The philosophy of the course is based on the following principles: active learning application of concepts to solve real problems high use of technology online homework exercises with immediate feedback computerized testing in on-campus testing center

You are expected to spend an average of 3-5 hours studying psychology each week, and one or two additional hours the first couple of weeks as you become familiar with the online homework exercises. The typical student who successfully completes the course spends 4.2 hours per week, which is the average amount of time for almost all courses in the School of Science. There are many resources on the B104 Homepage to assist you as you develop effective learning strategies to attain your goals. If you succeed in completing homework and passing exams, you do not need to participate in online problem-solving sessions with the mentor. However, if you are encountering difficulties meeting course expectations, you must also participate in online problemsolving sessions with the mentor. These interactive sessions focus on discovering your individual barriers to success in the course, setting goals, and working to attain them. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Course Expectations As your instructor, I expect that you will . . . familiarize yourself with the B104 homepage and all of its resources read the chapter and complete 2 homework exercises for each chapter participate in problem-solving sessions with your mentor if you are not meeting course expectations take computerized exams during their open periods put forth consistent effort throughout the semester be honest and consistently demonstrate a high level of integrity talk to me or the mentor if you are have having trouble You can expect that I will . . . respond to your communications state my expectations of you and your work clearly strive to create and maintain an online environment that supports learning encourage you to achieve your course goals respect your point of view give you individual attention as needed enjoy psychology and my work with you
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Course Components 280 available points

250 +30 280 +10 points from Exams points from Homework and/or Problem-Solving Sessions points extra credit points from Homework (added to numerator after 30 points)

HOMEWORK 30 points required

The computerized homework exercises are designed to provide practice and feedback while testing your knowledge as you work at your own pace. Completing homework exercises improves test scores, earns course points, and supports learning. Each of six exercises provides a different way for you to learn and remember terms and concepts from each chapter. After test closing dates, homework exercises may be completed but do not earn points. Questions or problems related to computer exercises? Use the comments button on each exercise or send an email using Request Help link on the B104 homepage. Required Homework Exercises 3 points for each chapter, due before each test closes

Flowcharts: similar to outlining, big picture, how parts are related to whole Compare & Connect: one concept at a time, compare and relate to other concepts Psych Whiz Applying Psychology: applying chapter concepts to situation

Extra Credit Homework Exercises must be completed before the test closes

3inaRow: challenging review of all chapter concepts, one at a time Con OR Confidence: challenging review with element of self assessment and risk Take an Essay: analysis and integration of more difficult concepts

How Homework Points Are Earned

EXERCISE
Flowcharts Compare & Connect 3inaRow Con or Confidence Psych Whiz-Applying Psychology Take an Essay

Level Required 80% total with all charts completed 80% total with all concept groups completed 20,000 points total score Total Score 600 Complete Level 4 Level 3 or above

HW Points in Gradebook 1 1 1 1 1 1

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PROBLEM-SOLVING SESSIONS 10 points maximum

Online problem-solving sessions with your mentor focus on identifying and overcoming obstacles to success in the course. It is a required course component only if you are not meeting course expectations, i.e., not completing required homework or not passing tests. You will earn one point for each problem-solving session in which you participate. During these sessions, you will describe the problem, explain what is contributing to the problem, predict what will happen if you do not address the problem, and set goals to change the trajectory. If you would rather meet with a mentor in person, you can do so at the Psychology Resource Center (LD129). Mentor Expectations You can expect your mentor will . . . create an open and honest online environment where your needs as a student are met be willing to help you pay careful attention to your homepage activity, especially homework and test scores make contact with you to address any obstacles to your success in this course work with you to set specific goals for success follow-up on your goals and revise them as needed encourage you Your mentor expects that you will . . . participate in problem-solving sessions if you received a flag be open and honest

EXAMINATIONS 250 points (275 possible) Exam Facts:

Your Jagtag is required for all exams. No exceptions. Exams are computerized and taken in the Psychology Testing Center (SL Building, Room 070). Exams consist of 47 multiple choice and two 4-point essay questions. Although there are 55 possible points, your score is taken out of 50 points. The first five exams cover two chapters each. The final exam covers all 10 chapters and does not include essay questions. You may take each exam up to 3 times, with a 12-hour wait between attempts. If you make a mistake, e.g., open the wrong exam, or if the testing program malfunctions, this is considered one of your attempts. At the end of each exam, you will know your score on the multiple choice portion. Your test score will be automatically recorded in your B104 gradebook as soon as your essays have been graded, approximately one day later. If you take the test more than once, the best score will be recorded in your gradebook. The lowest score of six exams (1 5 and the final) will be dropped. The final exam will count only if the score is better than one of the five regular exams. There are NO make-up exams.

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Gradebook
Your B104 gradebook has several features to help you monitor your performance. Your homework activity and test scores are displayed as soon as they are completed/graded. Your course grade is estimated throughout the semester. At the bottom of the gradebook is a Notes feature that allows for timely communication between you, your mentor, and instructor regarding problem-solving.

Grading Scale
Grade Percent Points Grade Percent Points

A+ A AB+ B B-

>100% 93% 90% 87% 83% 80%

280* 259 251 243 232 223

C+ C CD+ D F

77% 73% 70% 67% 60% <60%

215 204 195 187 167 167

*and >50 on 3 or more tests = A+

Grade of F, FN or FNN
Grades of FN (failure-nonattendance) are rarely given. Whereas a final grade of F is based on a students work, a grade of FN is based on non-attendance and must indicate the students last date of attendance. You will be assigned a grade of FN in either of the following conditions: 1) You have taken two or fewer exams; or 2) You have taken three or four exams and have an average exam score above 30. If you have taken three or four exams and do not have an average exam score above 30 (passing), you will be assigned a grade of F. The date of the FN in all cases is the approximate date of the last exam taken. Once a student logs onto the B104 homepage, a grade of FNN (failure never attended) will not be assigned.

Administrative Withdrawal
If you miss more than half of scheduled class meetings within the first 4 weeks of the semester, you may be administratively withdrawn from this course. You will be notified of this action by the Registrar. Administrative withdrawal may have academic, financial, and financial aid implications. Because administrative withdrawal takes place after the full-refund period, there is no tuition refund. Contact your instructor if you have any questions about this policy.

Voluntary Withdrawal
Monday, January 9 through Monday, January 16 Withdrawal from a class does not require approval of advisor or instructor. Course is deleted from record. Monday, January 16 100% refund period ends. Friday, March 2 Last day to withdraw from classes with only advisors approval using online eDrop/eAdd. Saturday, March 3 through Friday, March 30 Withdrawal from a class requires approval of both advisor and instructor. Friday, March 30 After 5:00 p.m. on this date, withdrawal from a class requires approval of instructor, advisor, and students dean. School of Science policy states that instructor may not give a grade of W after this date unless a documentable excuse can be verified. B104 Psychology as a Social Science Spring 2012 Page 5

Grade of Incomplete
Grades of I are rarely given. You must have completed 80% of the course requirements at a passing level, (including three exams) to be eligible for an I. If you meet these criteria, you must also contact me and make arrangements to sign a contract stating how and when you will complete course requirements. All incompletes must be finished by the end of the following semester, e.g., an incomplete from the fall semester must be completed by the end of following spring semester.

CAPS Counseling and Psychological Services

During the semester, if you find that life stressors are interfering with your academic or personal success, consider contacting Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). All IUPUI students are eligible for counseling services at minimal fees. CAPS also performs evaluations for learning disorders and ADHD; fees are charged for testing. CAPS is located at 719 Indiana Avenue on the second floor of Walker Plaza. They can be contacted by phone (317274-2548). For more information, see the CAPS web-site at: http://life.iupui.edu/caps/

Documented Disability
The Office of Adaptive Educational Services helps students with disabilities receive appropriate accommodations from the university and their professors. Students need to register with the AES office in order to officially receive such services. For information, call 317 274-3241 or log on to http://www.iupui.edu/~divrsity/aes/services/. Schedule

Week/Date
1/Sat Jan 14 2/Sat Jan 21 3/Sat Jan 28 4/Sat Feb 4 Wed Feb 8 5/Sat Feb 11 6/Sat Feb 18 7/Sat Feb 25 Wed Feb 29 8/Sat Mar 3 9/Sat Mar 10 Sat Mar 17 10/Sat Mar 24 Wed Mar 28 11/Sat Mar 31 12/Sat Apr 7 13/Sat Apr 14 Wed Apr 18 14/Sat Apr 21 15/Sat Apr 28 Wed May 2 Thurs May 3

Topic
Introduction to Course History & Personality Learning: Habits Review Exam 1 closes Human Development Stress & Health Review Exam 2 closes

Chapter
1 2 1&2 1&2 3 4 3&4 3&4 5 6 5&6 5&6 7 8 7&8 7&8 9 10 9 & 10 1-10

HW Due 3 points from required list. Others for extra credit.

Must be started by 7:00 p.m. Last day to earn points for Chapter 1 & 2 homework

3 points from required list. Others for extra credit.

Must be started by 7:00 p.m. Last day to earn points for Chapter 3 & 4 homework

Must be started by 7:00 p.m. Last day to earn points for Chapter 5 & 6 homework

Psychological Problems Therapy Spring Break Review Exam 3 closes

3 points from required list. Others for extra credit.

Must be started by 7:00 p.m. Last day to earn points for Chapter 7 & 8 homework

Research Intelligence/ Assessment Review Exam 4 closes Social Psychology Industrial/Organizational Exam 5 closes Final (Exam 6) closes

3 points from required list. Others for extra credit.

Must be started by 7:00 p.m. Last day to earn points for Chapter 9 & 10 homework Must be started by 7:00 p.m.

3 points from required list. Others for extra credit.

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