Course Websites: http://eLearning.uwf.edu, http://libguides.uwf.edu/pdpsych
Required Textbooks
Dunn, D. S., & Halonen, J. S. (2016). The psychology major companion: Everything you need to know to get where you want to go. New York, NY: Worth.
Hacker, D. & Sommers, N. (2016). A pocket style manual: APA version (7th ed). Boston, MA: Bedford/St. Martin’s.
Recommended Books
American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed). Washington, DC: Author.
Course Description
Prerequisites & Corequisites
Students must first successfully complete PSY 2012 (General Psychology). Students must be currently enrolled in PSY 3213 (Research Methods in Psychological Science I).
Catalog Course Description
This course will provide students with an overview of the discipline of psychology, including expectations for the psychology major, career options for students completing a bachelor degree in psychology, and career options for students who pursue a graduate degree in psychology. Skills required for library research, writing in the style of the American Psychological Association, professional communication, and ethical and professional issues will be discussed.
Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course you should be able to: