Course Description

This course will look at general psychology theories and concepts from a Christian perspective. It will help students grasp an understanding of God’s awesome creation of our mind and personality. In class we will discuss the brain, perception, genetics, learning styles, the history of Psychology, communication, needs, motivation, personality, sleep, dreams, abnormal psychology, psychological testing, Christian counseling and how to help a friend in crisis. During the course students will complete different types of activities and prepare for chapter quizzes and or tests. Grades will be based upon class participation, objective tests and quizzes, projects and homework assignments. This course has the expectation of the student spending three to five hours a week on homework assignments.

To be successful in this class:

Students must have good time management skills, be able to organize material, complete assignments and turn them in on time. Students will be expected to come to class prepared, take an active part in classroom discussions, write responses to material read, pass tests and quizzes that cover the material discussed and complete projects on time.

Grades: 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade

Fees: $245

Course Credit: 0.5 social studies elective