Final Course Reflections – In Four paragraphs explore what we have learned through the following Goals.
Use Examples from your life
(you don’t have to use the sub points – but just the main Goals)
These are the overall goals for a degree in psychology – did we meet them??
GOAL 1: Content Knowledge and Applications
1.1 Describe key concepts, principles, and theories in psychological science.
1.2 Develop a working knowledge of psychology’s major subfields.
1.3 Portray significant aspects of the history of psychological science.
1.4 Apply psychological content to solve practical problems.
1.5 Provide examples of psychology’s integrative themes.
GOAL 2: Scientific Inquiry and Critical Thinking
2.1 Exercise scientific reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena.
2.2 Interpret, design, and evaluate psychological research.
2.3 Incorporate sociocultural factors in scientific research practices.
2.4 Use statistics to evaluate quantitative research findings.
GOAL 3: Values in Psychological Science
3.1 Employ ethical standards in research, practice, and academic contexts.
3.2 Develop and practice interpersonal and intercultural responsiveness.
3.3 Apply psychological principles to strengthen community and improve quality of life.
GOAL 4: Communication, Psychological Literacy, and Technology Skills
4.1 Interact effectively with others.
4.2 Write and present effectively for different purposes.
4.3 Provide evidence of psychological literacy.
4.4 Exhibit appropriate technological skills to improve communication.
GOAL 5: Personal and Professional Development
5.1 Exhibit effective self-regulation.
5.2 Refine project management skills.
5.3 Display effective judgment in professional interactions.
5.4 Cultivate workforce collaboration skills.
5.5 Demonstrate appropriate workforce technological skills.
5.6 Develop direction for life after graduation.
Criteria
Description of criterion
Describe the major perspectives of psychology (e.g., behavioral, biological, cognitive, evolutionary, humanistic, psychodynamic, and sociocultural).
Critically evaluate the strengths, weaknesses, and ethical limitations of different research methods used by psychologists.
Compare and contrast the subfields of psychology as they relate to possible career choices.
Analyze the role heredity, environment, and lived experiences (nature vs. nurture) play in key concepts such as personality development, stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination, and/or the conceptualization and treatment of psychological disorders.
