Psychology Course outline

SL Assessment Standard levelWeighting Paper 1: Levels of analysis (2 hours) The Cognitive level of analysis The Biological level of analysis The Sociocultural level of analysis 50% Paper 2: Options paper (1 hour) Abnormal psychology 25% Internal assessment Simple experimental study 25%

HL Assessment Higher levelWeighting Paper 1: Levels of analysis (2 hours) The Cognitive level of analysis The Biological level of analysis The Sociocultural level of analysis 35% Paper 2: Options paper (2 hours) Abnormal psychology Developmental psychology 25% Paper 3: Qualitative research methods (1 hour) 20% Internal assessment Experimental study (simple) 20%

What will be covered in Y12? Cognitive level of analysis Quantitative research methods Internal assessment Sociocultural level of analysis Developmental psychology

What will be covered in Y13? Finishing off aspects of Y12 Biological level of analysis Abnormal psychology Mock exam Qualitative research methods

Expectations Participate in lesson activities Be willing to voice and debate an opinion Respect and listen to other people Be proactive, if you are having difficulties with the work do something about it: use the textbook/library/ask me Be consistent with your effort

Are you organised? 1.Have a folder for loose sheets 2.Keep notes in the order done in class 3.Date or number pages 4.Keep all of your assessments 5.All content covered may be assessed in the exam so if you miss a lesson catch up