PSYC 1560 08: General Psychology

PSYC 1560 - General Psychology

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 08, CRN 42947,

Credit hours: 3

Course Meeting Times

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Instructor

Joseph Nidel

Email: jmnidel@ysu.edu

Matthew Lindberg

Email: mjlindberg@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Part-time Faculty
Instructor Professional Qualifications: Ph.D., Psychology, University of Western Ontario, 2025
Instructor Office Location: Beeghly Hall RM 4101
Instructor Office Phone: 330-941-3257

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Course Description

1560. General Psychology. An examination of scientific and clinical approaches to understanding the relationships between one's physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and quality of life, including the basic principles governing the growth and maintenance of behavior, emotion, and cognition. 3 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Required Essentials of Understanding Psychology (2024 Release) Feldman, R. 1264197950

This course covers Chapters 1–14 and is administered through McGraw-Hill Connect. It is essential and mandatory that you have access to Connect in order to complete class assignments

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The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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How to Succeed in This Course

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Late Work Submission Policy

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Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Week of Reading(s) Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
8/24 Chapter 1 Syllabus, course structure
8/31 Chapter 2
9/7 Chapter 3
9/14 Chapter 4
9/21 Chapter 5
9/28 Chapter 6
10/5 Chapter 7
10/12 Chapter 8
10/19 Chapter 9
10/26 Chapter 10
11/2 Chapter 11
11/9 Chapter 12
11/16 Chapter 13
11/23 Chapter 14
11/30 Spillover/Exam Review
12/7 Finals Week

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.