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Psychology 2 AP, Quarter 2
Course Number: SS.PSYAP2
                                                                                                            
Students learn about the history of psychology, research techniques, learn theory, sensation, perception, and altered states of consciousness, personality development theory, and testing, early human development, and behavior disorders and therapies. Students will write proposals and research reports using the American Psychological Association (APA) publication guidelines. Students will apply for the A.P. exam given in the spring.

Prerequisite: Teacher/Counselor Recommendation
Course Length: 2  Period Length: 1  Grade Level:  9-12  Credit per Semester: 1
Additional Credit Information: Credit Per Semester: 1.0 (Social Studies, Humanities or Elective)

 

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