Introduction to Psychology I

This course acquaints students with the major issues in contemporary Psychology and considers the historical antecedents. Topics covered in this course include physiological Psychology I, perception, learning and motivation. The course is designed around five goals and principles; 1) thinking critically about critical thinking 2) Exploring new research in biology and neuroscience, 3) mainstreaming culture and gender 4) facing the controversies, and 5) applications and active learning.