1. identify characteristics that differentiate the field of psychology from other related social sciences.[PSY.1A]
October 2014
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2. trace the historical development of the contemporary perspectives in psychology, including biological, behavioral, cognitive, sociocultural, humanistic, and psychodynamic.[PSY.1B]
October 2014
PSYCHOLOGY

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

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

5. 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

6. 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

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

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

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

10. explain the capabilities and limitations of sensory systems and individual perceptions.[PSY.4A]
October 2014
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11. understand the interaction of the individual and the environment in determining sensation and perception.[PSY.4B]
October 2014
PSYCHOLOGY

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

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

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

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

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

17. 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

39. 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

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

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

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

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

44. 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

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

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

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

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

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