Subject: EHS Elective

Psychology

Psychology at Northgate Academy introduces students to the foundational principles of human behavior and mental processes, exploring topics such as development, learning, personality, and social interactions. This course fosters critical thinking and a deeper understanding of oneself and others.

Course Type: Standard High School

Credits: 1.0

Available via Excel High School

Course Description

Northgate Academy’s Psychology course offers high school students a comprehensive introduction to the field of psychology, examining research, theories, and the complexities of human behavior. The curriculum encompasses a wide range of topics, including the history of psychology, biological bases of behavior, cognitive development, personality, intelligence, psychological disorders, and social interactions. Students will analyze human growth, learning, and behavior from various psychological perspectives, developing the ability to compare different schools of thought and understand the interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors. This course not only imparts knowledge but also enhances critical thinking skills, enabling students to apply psychological concepts to real-life situations and gain insights into human behavior and mental processes.

Textbook: Psychology – Excel Education Systems, Inc. 2022

Course Objectives

Compare and contrast the various schools of psychological thought.

Analyze biological, psychological, and social factors and how they work together in order to better understand psychology.

Differentiate between sensation and perception.

Differentiate between unlearned and learned behavior.

Identify brain structures and various environmental and biological influences on personality.

Define personality and discuss environmental and biological influences on personality.

Describe the different types of psychotherapy.

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Course Contents

Modules
Introduction to Psychology
Fields of Psychology
Research Methods
Sensation & Perception
States of Consciousness
Life Span Development
Learning
Memory
Thinking & Intelligence
Motivation & Emotion
Personality
Social Psychology
Psychological Disorders
Treatment of Psychological Disorders
Stress & Health Psychology

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Carnegie Credits Explained: Our Approach vs. Trimester Credits

Carnegie Credit System
Northgate Academy follows the Carnegie Credit system, a widely recognized method of measuring student progress based on instructional hours. A single Carnegie credit reflects approximately 120 hours of coursework, typically completed over a full academic year.

Carnegie Credit vs. Trimester Credit
While Carnegie credits are awarded based on total hours over a year, trimester credits divide the school year into three terms. In a trimester system, students complete courses in shorter, intensive sessions, often earning partial credits (e.g., 0.33 or 0.5 per term). In contrast, Northgate’s use of Carnegie credits ensures students have ample time to engage deeply with the material and develop a well-rounded understanding at a consistent pace.

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