Free online courseFundamentals of Psychology
Duration of the online course: 6 hours and 41 minutes
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Explore the core concepts of psychology with this comprehensive free online course. Topics include research methods, brain structures, memory, learning, and psychological disorders.
Course Description
Welcome to the "Fundamentals of Psychology" course, an extensive and meticulously designed program. Exclusively categorized under Health, this course delves deep into the intriguing world of Psychology. With a total duration of 6 hours and 41 minutes, this comprehensive curriculum is your gateway to understanding the core principles and various branches of psychology.
The journey begins with an introduction to Psychology, setting the stage with foundational knowledge essential for deeper exploration. The course seamlessly transitions into Research Methods in Psychology, equipping you with the tools needed for scientific inquiry and understanding researcher biases that can influence study outcomes.
Grasping the concept of Statistical Analysis in Psychology is crucial, followed by an in-depth discourse on the Ethical Guidelines that govern psychological research. This ensures a solid grounding in both the methodology and ethical considerations crucial to the field.
The next segment intricately details the Endocrine System and Nervous System. The lessons on Action Potential in the Neuron and the role of Agonists further deepen your understanding. An exploration of Brain Structures, Split-Brain studies, and Neuroplasticity unveils the complexities of our neural architecture.
Your voyage continues through the fascinating realms of the Sleep Cycle and Dreams, elucidating how these states influence our daily lives. Sensory perception is another pivotal focus, covering the Human Eye and Ear, the Sense of Touch, and the cultural influences on perception.
The curriculum advances to Learning theories, including Classical and Operant Conditioning, and introduces the subtleties of Social Learning. An exploration of memory mechanics covers different Types of Memories, Retrieval processes, and the biological underpinnings of memory formation, delving into why we forget and how memories are biologically encoded.
Moving ahead, the course examines the evolution of intelligence, psychometric assessments, and cognitive biases. Key developmental stages are outlined — from childhood to adolescence, adulthood, and aging, emphasizing Social Development in childhood and Piaget’s Stages of Development.
Theories of motivation and emotion, including the Biopsychosocial Approach and renowned perspectives by Hans Selye, equip you to understand the driving forces behind human behavior. The comprehensive overview of personality theories spans Psychoanalytic, Behaviorism, Humanistic, and Trait theories, elucidating methods for measuring personality traits.
In its final stages, the course tackles Psychological Disorders, encompassing Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, OCD, and more. A thorough review of treatment methods and biological perspectives on disorders rounds off your understanding of psychological well-being.
Join this unparalleled exploration of psychological fundamentals, designed for those eager to comprehend the intricacies of the human mind and behavior. While the course has not yet received reviews, its rich content promises a rewarding learning experience.
Course content
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Video class: Introducing Psychology [AP Psychology Review Unit 1 Topic 1]
0h15m
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Exercise: Which approach to psychology focuses on the influence of our biological makeup and processes on our behaviors and mental states?
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Video class: Research Methods In Psychology [AP Psychology Review Unit 1 Topic 2]
0h07m
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Video class: Researcher Bias In Psychology [AP Psychology Review Unit 1 Topic 4]
0h04m
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Video class: Statistical Analysis in Psychology [AP Psychology Review Unit 1 Topic 5]
0h08m
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Exercise: Based on statistical analysis in psychology, which of the following statements is accurate?
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Video class: Ethical Guidelines in Psychology [AP Psychology Review Unit 1 Topic 6]
0h03m
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Video class: The Endocrine System [AP Psychology Unit 2 Topic 2]
0h04m
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Video class: Nervous System
0h07m
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Exercise: Which two main parts comprise the nervous system according to the provided text?
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Video class: Action Potential In The Neuron [AP Psychology Unit 2 Topic 4]
0h10m
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Video class: Agonists
0h04m
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Video class: Brain Structures
0h14m
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Exercise: Which structure in the brain is responsible for language comprehension and is located in the temporal lobe?
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Video class: Split-Brain
0h07m
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Video class: Neuroplasticity
0h04m
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Video class: Sleep Cycle, Dreams,
0h09m
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Exercise: Which theory suggests dreams are our brain's attempt to make sense of random neural activity?
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Video class: Sensation and Perception [AP Psychology Unit 3 Topic 1]
0h13m
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Video class: How Culture
0h07m
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Video class: The Human Eye
0h08m
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Exercise: Which part of the eye is responsible for maintaining pressure within the eye and providing nourishment to the cornea and lens?
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Video class: Top-Down
0h03m
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Video class: The Human Ear
0h05m
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Video class: The Process Of Smelling
0h02m
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Exercise: What is the term used for the sensation of taste?
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Video class: Sensation of Touch, Layers of Skin
0h04m
This free course includes:
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