Cognitive Psychology Syllabus Review

Nov 3, 2024

PSYC 2530: Introduction to Cognitive Psychology - Syllabus Overview

Course Information

  • Instructor: Dr. Matthew Crump
  • Contact: [email protected] (use PSYC 2530 in subject)
  • Format: Asynchronous Online
  • Office Hours: TBA via Zoom (link on Blackboard)
  • Course Website: Crumplab Cognition
  • Blackboard: Used for announcements, discussion boards, and assignment submissions.

Course Description

  • Credits: 3
  • Topics: Memory, attention, perception, problem-solving, decision-making, language, and imagery.
  • Objectives:
    • Understanding theories and data in cognitive psychology.
    • Deduction from theory and understanding experimental design.
    • Interpretation of data and making inferences from results to theory.

Course Materials

  • Available on course website or Blackboard.
  • Reading materials include textbook chapters and primary research articles.

Course Structure

  • Duration: 15 weeks (13 weeks of modules + 2 weeks of assessment)
  • Modules: Each module includes reading, video lectures, and assignments.
  • Points: Earn up to 100 points. Assignments and quizzes allow flexibility and choice.

Learning Module Components

  • READ: Textbook chapters or research articles.
  • WATCH/LISTEN: Mini-lecture videos.
  • ENGAGE: Assignments that vary weekly.

Assignments and Grading

  • Quizzes and assignments: 2.5 to 5 points each.
  • Opportunity to earn up to 85 points from weekly assignments.
  • Assessments:
    • Midterm and Final Assessment: 5 points each, focusing on goal setting, refinement, and achievement.
  • Letter Grades:
    • A+ (96.67-100), A (93.33-96.66), A- (90-93.32), etc.
  • Assignment Limitations: Cannot accrue more than 20 points per week.

Honors Projects

  • Option to complete an honors project for additional credit.

Exam-Based Syllabus (Alternative)

  • Assignments: Weekly quizzes, midterm, and cumulative final exam.
  • Points: Up to 100 points through quizzes, midterm, and exams.

Course Policies

  • Integrity: Individual work required unless stated otherwise.
  • Use of Technology: Limited use of AI tools like ChatGPT with explicit explanation.
  • Late Work: Possibility to make up points in future modules.
  • Academic Integrity Violations: Strictly enforced with potential for failing grade.

Accessibility

  • Students requiring accommodations should contact the Center for Student Disability Services.

Communication

  • Email: Ensure correct email registered with Blackboard for updates.

Academic Integrity

  • Policy: Strict adherence to CUNY's Academic Integrity Policy.
  • Violations: Cheating and plagiarism result in a Faculty Action Report and potential failing grade.

Student Support

  • Resources available for undocumented students through the Immigrant Student Support Office.