Social ScienceIntroduction to Psychology: Smarter Decisions Through Psychology

Take Introduction to Psychology: Smarter Decisions Through Psychology online at your own pace
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ACE Credit®-recommended for 3.0 semester credits
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Course description
Why do you think, behave, and make decisions in the way that you do? Psychology is a human and scientific endeavor that uncovers the mysteries of thought and behavior. In this course, you will explore concepts such as learning, motivation, development, emotion, and personality and how you can use that knowledge to make smarter decisions for your future.
Assessments and grading
This is a pass/fail course. You must complete 13 Challenges (formative assessments), 4 Milestones (summative assessments), and 3 Touchstones (project-based or written assessments) with an overall score of 70% or better.
Learning outcomes

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