This course provides an introduction to psychology, covering topics such as the history and methods of psychology, neuroscience, sensation and perception, learning and memory, development, personality, social psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, health and stress psychology, and psychopathology. By the end of the course, students will have a foundational understanding of key psychological concepts and theories. The course uses a combination of lectures, readings, assignments, and assessments to help students grasp the material. This course is designed for individuals interested in gaining a basic understanding of psychology and its various subfields.
Overview
Syllabus
- Course Introduction
- Unit 1: The History and Methods of Psychology
- Unit 2: Neuroscience
- Unit 3: Sensation and Perception
- Unit 4: Learning and Memory
- Unit 5: Development
- Unit 6: Personality
- Unit 7: Social Psychology
- Unit 8: Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Unit 9: Health and Stress Psychology
- Unit 10: Psychopathology
- Study Guide
- Course Feedback Survey
- Certificate Final Exam
- Saylor Direct Credit