identify characteristics that differentiate the field of psychology from other related social sciences.[PSY.1A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

trace the historical development of the contemporary perspectives in psychology, including biological, behavioral, cognitive, sociocultural, humanistic, and psychodynamic.[PSY.1B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

explore subfields and career opportunities available in the science of psychology.[PSY.1C] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

define and differentiate the concepts of theory and principle.[PSY.2A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

identify and describe the basic methods of social scientific reasoning identify and describe the basic methods of social scientific reasoning.[PSY.2B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

apply the standards of the American Psychological Association (APA) for ethical decision making regarding the collection, storage, and use of psychological data.[PSY.2C] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

define and interpret measures of central tendency (mean, median, and mode) and dispersion (range and standard deviation).[PSY.2D] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

describe the anatomy of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the endocrine system.[PSY.3A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

explain the effects of the endocrine and nervous systems on development and behavior.[PSY.3B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

explain the capabilities and limitations of sensory systems and individual perceptions.[PSY.4A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

understand the interaction of the individual and the environment in determining sensation and perception.[PSY.4B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

critique the various perspectives presented in the nature versus nurture debate.[PSY.5A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

trace the influence of physical development on the individual.[PSY.5B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

discuss the role of the caregiver on individual development.[PSY.5C] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

explain factors involved in cognitive development according to Jean Piaget.[PSY.5D] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

describe Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development.[PSY.5E] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

evaluate the predicted outcomes of given courses of actions in particular situations based on an understanding of the development of morality.[PSY.5F] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

evaluate the presented theories of human development and specify the strengths and weaknesses of each.[PSY.5G] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

demonstrate an understanding of the principles of operant and classical conditioning and of social learning.[PSY.6A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

describe the processes of learning using typical classroom situations describe the processes of learning using typical classroom situations.[PSY.6B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

compare predominant theories of motivation and emotion.[PSY.7A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

explore the interaction of biological and cultural factors in emotion and motivation.[PSY.7B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

differentiate the various types of intelligence.[PSY.8A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

describe statistical concepts used in testing.[PSY.9A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

differentiate among aptitude, achievement, and Intelligence Quotient (IQ) tests.[PSY.9B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

define personality.[PSY.10A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

compare and evaluate various theories of personality, including psychodynamic, trait, humanistic, and sociocultural.[PSY.10B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

describe personality assessment tools.[PSY.10C] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

define and identify the basic elements of thought.[PSY.11A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

identify strategies and obstacles associated with problem solving and decision making.[PSY.11B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

explore the structural features of language.[PSY.11C] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

discuss theories of language acquisition and development.[PSY.11D] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

evaluate the limitations and capabilities of the information processing model.[PSY.11E] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

understand the states and levels of consciousness.[PSY.11F] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

explain stress and the individual's physiological, behavioral, and psychological responses to stressors.[PSY.12A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

evaluate cognitive and behavioral strategies for dealing with stress evaluate cognitive and behavioral strategies for dealing with stress.[PSY.12B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

analyze the challenges inherent in defining abnormal behavior and acknowledge the sociocultural stigma of labeling behavior as abnormal.[PSY.12C] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

recognize the biological, social, and cognitive origins of abnormal behavior.[PSY.12D] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

iscuss major categories of abnormal behaviors and identify their respective characteristics as classified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM).[PSY.12E] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

evaluate the effectiveness of past and present methods of therapy.[PSY.12F] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

describe how attributions affect explanations of behavior.[PSY.13A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

explore the nature and effects of bias and discrimination.[PSY.13B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

describe circumstances in which conformity and obedience are likely to occur.[PSY.13C] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

describe the effects of the presence of others on individual behavior describe the effects of the presence of others on individual behavior.[PSY.13D] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

discuss the nature of altruism.[PSY.13E] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

discuss the factors influencing attraction.[PSY.13F] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

identify sources of attitude formation and assess methods used to influence attitudes.[PSY.13G] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

analyze examples of attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors related to changes in available technology.[PSY.18A] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY

evaluate the impact of changes in technology on personal growth and development.[PSY.18B] October 2014 PSYCHOLOGY