PSYC 225

Abnormal Psychology

Spring 2006

Fredric E. Rose, Ph.D.

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Course Objectives	Additional Readings	Grading	Extra Credit	Syllabus

Exams:  There will be 2 multiple-choice midterm exams consisting of 50 questions each (worth 100 points total) and one final examination with 100 questions (50 from the final unit and 50 comprehensive; worth 200 points total). The questions will be taken from the text, lectures, class activities, and videos. The midterm exams will each count 20% toward your grade while the final will count for 40% of the grade. 

Exams will take place on the days listed in this syllabus. If you cannot be in class on the exam dates, you should take this course another semester.  Make up exams will be given ONLY in the case of unusual and unavoidable circumstances such as medical illness requiring bed rest or the death of an immediate family member.  There will be no exceptions.  It is your responsibility to contact either myself or one of the TA’s in advance whenever possible if you are forced to miss an exam.  Written verification of these circumstances is required and is your responsibility. 

Paper: You will be writing one paper on a topic relevant to the study of Abnormal Behavior. The paper is not to be exceedingly long - 5-7 pages double-spaced - but should be based on your review of a minimum of 5 peer-reviewed journal articles (we'll discuss this issue in class). The topic is up to you, but needs to be approved by me by the 5th class meeting. This paper is worth 100 points, or 20% of your grade.

Active Learning/ Critical Thinking:  I emphasize active learning and critical thinking throughout this course.  Questions and participation in discussions are definitely invited - they make the class much more interesting than hearing me drone on for an hour and a half! Again, I expect that you will have already read the material to be covered that day so that the class can focus on solidifying/clarifying important concepts. 

So, there are a total of 500 points available, not including extra credit for research participation, and your course grade will be assigned according to the following criteria: