AP Psychology

AP PSYCHOLOGY                                                                                                     Grades 11-12

A thought-provoking elective designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of factors that shape human personality, behavior and mental processes.
 This comprehensive course is designed to prepare students for the AP exam. Material includes studies of those that have shaped the field, an in-depth exploration of theories, key concepts, and phenomena associated with factors involving biology, sensation and perception, cognition, motivation and development. Individual differences, abnormal behavior, and social issues will also be explored. Throughout the year, students will learn how to employ research, evaluate claims and evidence, and effectively communicate ideas.