Psychology

PSYCHOLOGY                                                             Grades 11-12 (or instructor approval)

This course is an introduction to the general field of psychology.  Its purpose is to provide the student with a basic understanding of the principles and dynamics of behaving; reasons for different types of behavior (motivation); the interrelation of heredity and environment; and the processes of development and maturing, perception and learning, thinking and intelligence. NOTE: Psychology is not a class in personal adjustment. May be taken to fulfill a UC/CSU elective requirement.