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.