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AP Psychology

Duration

10 Months

Prerequisites

None

Requirements

None

Course Summary

The AP Psychology course will introduce you to the systematic and scientic study of human behavior and mental processes. While learning about the studies that have shaped the eld, you will explore and apply psychological theories, key concepts, and phenomena associated with the major units of study, including biological bases of behavior, cognition, development, learning, social psychology, personality, and mental and physical health. Throughout the course, you will apply psychological concepts and employ research methods and data interpretation to evaluate claims, consider evidence, and effectively communicate ideas.

MAJOR TOPICS AND CONCEPTS

Major Topics and Concepts


AP Psychology Science Practices

  • Concept application
  • Research methods and design
  • Data interpretation
  • Argumentations
  • Proposing and supporting a claim


Biological Bases of Behavior

  • Heredity
  • Environmental inuences
  • Subsystems of human nervous system
  • Structure and function of the neuron
  • Neural transmission
  • Structure and function of the brain
  • Sleep/wake cycles
  • Vision, hearing, and other senses


Cognition

  • Internal and external factors and their impact on perception
  • Theories related to thinking, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making
  • Memory and forgettingMeasuring intelligence
  • Academic achievement compared to intelligence


Development

  • Development before birth, during infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood
  • Components of language and communication


Learning

  • Classical conditioning
  • Reinforcement and punishment
  • Law of effect
  • Social learning theory


Social Psychology and Personality

  • Attribution theory
  • Mere exposure effect
  • Stereotypes and implicit attitudes
  • Cognitive dissonance
  • Social norms
  • Inuence of groups
  • Theories of motivation
  • Theories of emotion
  • Social norms and inuence of emotions


Mental and Physical Health

  • Impact of stress
  • Factors that lead to well-being, resilience, positive emotions, and psychological health
  • Psychological perspectives dene psychological disorders
  • Symptoms and possible causes of selected disorders
  • Research and trends in the treatment of psychological disorders


AP Exam Prep

  • Test tips
  • Full-length practice exam
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