AP Psychology
Course Guidelines
2018-2019
Mr. Sultz, iPrep Academy
E-mail: bsultz@dadeschools.net
Website: www.sultztonianinstitute.com
Course Description: This course is a survey of psychology that introduces students to the major topics of the field, the terminology and methodology of psychology, and the historical and current understanding of human behavior and thought-processes. Students learn to analyze human experiences like psychologists do and to apply what they have learned to the world around them. The focus of the course is to prepare students to take the Advanced Placement Psychology course administered by the College Board in the spring of each year.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
o Understand the concepts, terminology, and research findings presented in an introductory college psychology course.
o Utilize investigative and critical thinking skills necessary in the study of psychology.
o Express interest in the study of psychology and appreciate the place of psychology as a science in modern society.
o Demonstrate their knowledge of introductory psychology on the Advanced Placement Psychology Examination.
COURSE LENGTH: One Year
REQUIRED TEXT: Myers' Psychology for AP,* 1st Edition: Worth Publishers, ISBN: 1429244364
MATERIALS LIST: Laptop computer, pen, paper, and digital notebook.
AP Course Demands:
It should be understood at the outset that the expectations of this class are consistent with those of any Advanced Placement course. Students should expect a workload similar to what they have if they were to complete this course at the college level. This includes extensive reading, active involvement in class discussions, taking notes, and doing research. All major assignments will be posted on the assignment calendar on my website so check regularly.
The AP Exam:
One goal for this course is to prepare students for the Advanced Placement exam on May 9, 2019 at 12:00 Noon. You will be required to take this exam. Students who earn a passing grade on this exam will receive credit for an introductory psychology course on their college transcript.
Grade Evaluation
Class Work: 10 points
Home Learning: 10 points
Notebook: 25 points
Participation: 25 points
Discussion Based Assessments 25 points
Quizzes: 50 points
Projects/simulations: 100 points
Tests: 100 points
All assignments must be turned in on time or will be penalized one letter grade per day.
Make-up assignments must be requested if you are absent from class. You have
up to one week to make up any missed assignments or tests. I will post all major
assignments on the calendar so please check regularly.
Materials
1. Laptop: You must bring this to class everyday.
2. Supplies: Always have a pen and paper, we still need to use these!
3. Digital Notebook should only be used for AP Psychology and be brought to class every day.
4. AP Psychology Study Guide (Barron's, 5 Steps to a 5, or The Princeton Review are recommended).
Attendance and Conduct
1. Regular and prompt attendance is required. I strictly enforce the iPrep Academy attendance policy. If you have five or more unexcused absences from CLASS, credit may be withheld. As an incentive to have good attendance on test and project days, I will offer a bonus of three points to all students if the entire class is present and on time to class on a test day and project presentation days.
2. Arrive to class ready for work at the beginning of class.
3. Please follow the school rules regarding the dress code.
4. Academic integrity is priceless! Academic integrity means honesty and responsibility in scholarship. Academic assignments exist to help students learn; grades exist to show how fully this goal is attained. Therefore all work and all grades should result from the student's own understanding and effort.
5. Respect and Responsibility are what we are all about at iPrep. Be respectful and act responsibly!
Important Reminders
1. Parents and students are encouraged to check the parent and student portal to access student’s grades, academic progress and attendance. The M-DCPS portal can be found at www.dadeschools.net. Please make it your responsibility and your child’s responsibility to check the portal on a regular basis. This will help us help your child be successful at school. I also post major assignments to the assignment calendar embedded in my website so check regularly.
2. Parents are welcome to request conferences on your progress. Please call the school or e-mail me to arrange an appointment.
3. Parent conferences will be scheduled for academic, effort and conduct problems that surface during the year.
4. How to contact Mr. Sultz
Email: bsultz@dadeschools.net
Phone: 305-995-1928 (school number)
On A Personal Note:
As your instructor, I will do everything possible to make this class both interesting and challenging for you. I will give my best effort, and I only ask the same from you. Please plan to come to class prepared and alert. I will try to get to know each of you personally and to be available for any problems or concerns that arise during the year. If you need extra help, please seek me for assistance.
Parents should please contact me with any questions or concerns.
I look forward to a fantastic school year!
Sincerely,
Mr. Bradley E. Sultz, MS, NBCT
iPrep Academy
********************************************************************************************
My parent/guardian and I have read, understand and fully agree to the elements outlined in Mr. Sultz’s 2017-2018 AP Psychology Course Guidelines.
Student Name: _________________________
Student Signature: ______________________
Course: _________________ Period: _______
Parent Name: __________________________
Parent e-mail: _________________________
Parent Phone number: ____________________
Parent Signature: _______________________
Course Guidelines
2018-2019
Mr. Sultz, iPrep Academy
E-mail: bsultz@dadeschools.net
Website: www.sultztonianinstitute.com
Course Description: This course is a survey of psychology that introduces students to the major topics of the field, the terminology and methodology of psychology, and the historical and current understanding of human behavior and thought-processes. Students learn to analyze human experiences like psychologists do and to apply what they have learned to the world around them. The focus of the course is to prepare students to take the Advanced Placement Psychology course administered by the College Board in the spring of each year.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
o Understand the concepts, terminology, and research findings presented in an introductory college psychology course.
o Utilize investigative and critical thinking skills necessary in the study of psychology.
o Express interest in the study of psychology and appreciate the place of psychology as a science in modern society.
o Demonstrate their knowledge of introductory psychology on the Advanced Placement Psychology Examination.
COURSE LENGTH: One Year
REQUIRED TEXT: Myers' Psychology for AP,* 1st Edition: Worth Publishers, ISBN: 1429244364
MATERIALS LIST: Laptop computer, pen, paper, and digital notebook.
AP Course Demands:
It should be understood at the outset that the expectations of this class are consistent with those of any Advanced Placement course. Students should expect a workload similar to what they have if they were to complete this course at the college level. This includes extensive reading, active involvement in class discussions, taking notes, and doing research. All major assignments will be posted on the assignment calendar on my website so check regularly.
The AP Exam:
One goal for this course is to prepare students for the Advanced Placement exam on May 9, 2019 at 12:00 Noon. You will be required to take this exam. Students who earn a passing grade on this exam will receive credit for an introductory psychology course on their college transcript.
Grade Evaluation
Class Work: 10 points
Home Learning: 10 points
Notebook: 25 points
Participation: 25 points
Discussion Based Assessments 25 points
Quizzes: 50 points
Projects/simulations: 100 points
Tests: 100 points
All assignments must be turned in on time or will be penalized one letter grade per day.
Make-up assignments must be requested if you are absent from class. You have
up to one week to make up any missed assignments or tests. I will post all major
assignments on the calendar so please check regularly.
Materials
1. Laptop: You must bring this to class everyday.
2. Supplies: Always have a pen and paper, we still need to use these!
3. Digital Notebook should only be used for AP Psychology and be brought to class every day.
4. AP Psychology Study Guide (Barron's, 5 Steps to a 5, or The Princeton Review are recommended).
Attendance and Conduct
1. Regular and prompt attendance is required. I strictly enforce the iPrep Academy attendance policy. If you have five or more unexcused absences from CLASS, credit may be withheld. As an incentive to have good attendance on test and project days, I will offer a bonus of three points to all students if the entire class is present and on time to class on a test day and project presentation days.
2. Arrive to class ready for work at the beginning of class.
3. Please follow the school rules regarding the dress code.
4. Academic integrity is priceless! Academic integrity means honesty and responsibility in scholarship. Academic assignments exist to help students learn; grades exist to show how fully this goal is attained. Therefore all work and all grades should result from the student's own understanding and effort.
5. Respect and Responsibility are what we are all about at iPrep. Be respectful and act responsibly!
Important Reminders
1. Parents and students are encouraged to check the parent and student portal to access student’s grades, academic progress and attendance. The M-DCPS portal can be found at www.dadeschools.net. Please make it your responsibility and your child’s responsibility to check the portal on a regular basis. This will help us help your child be successful at school. I also post major assignments to the assignment calendar embedded in my website so check regularly.
2. Parents are welcome to request conferences on your progress. Please call the school or e-mail me to arrange an appointment.
3. Parent conferences will be scheduled for academic, effort and conduct problems that surface during the year.
4. How to contact Mr. Sultz
Email: bsultz@dadeschools.net
Phone: 305-995-1928 (school number)
On A Personal Note:
As your instructor, I will do everything possible to make this class both interesting and challenging for you. I will give my best effort, and I only ask the same from you. Please plan to come to class prepared and alert. I will try to get to know each of you personally and to be available for any problems or concerns that arise during the year. If you need extra help, please seek me for assistance.
Parents should please contact me with any questions or concerns.
I look forward to a fantastic school year!
Sincerely,
Mr. Bradley E. Sultz, MS, NBCT
iPrep Academy
********************************************************************************************
My parent/guardian and I have read, understand and fully agree to the elements outlined in Mr. Sultz’s 2017-2018 AP Psychology Course Guidelines.
Student Name: _________________________
Student Signature: ______________________
Course: _________________ Period: _______
Parent Name: __________________________
Parent e-mail: _________________________
Parent Phone number: ____________________
Parent Signature: _______________________
