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    Introduction to Psychology 

    Professor: Dr. Mark VanderMeer
    CLA Volunteer Teacher Assistant~Jainy Varghese
    Email: clavolunteerpsychology@christianleaders.net 

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    Course Description
    In this course, you will learn the foundations of Psychology in theory and in practice, all from the Biblical worldview. The topics will give you the history of Psychology, who its proponents are, how to understand the human mind and behavior, as well as psychological disorders and their effects on the brain and human relationships. The ultimate goal of this curriculum is to help you, the ministry practitioner, to integrate, adapt and use psychological concepts and best practices in your ministry context.

    Course Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, you will have:

    1. Reviewed and understood the basic concepts and definitions in Psychology.
    2. Learned how to adapt and integrate psychological concepts in your ministry context.
    3. Summarized the history of Psychology's founders and their key theories.
    4. Developed a foundational understanding of human behavior and self-awareness.
    5. Built an understanding of Psychological disorders and personality traits that will provide tools for ministry.     

    Resources
    All content for this course is found in the video lectures, the textbook, and reading materials. 

    Assignments
    View all online videos and read the assigned materials. After viewing everything for the unit, take the quiz based on the lectures (100% of grade).

    Grading Scale
    A 95-100%   A- 90-94%   B+ 87-89%   B 83-86%   B- 80-82%   C+ 77-79%   C 73-76%   C- 70-72%    D+ 67-69%   D 63-66%   D- 60-62%   F 0-59%
    Your average for the course must be at least 60%. Otherwise, you will fail the class and will receive no credit.

    Deadline
    You have 180 days to finish the course. Complete all assignments before the final deadline, or you will be automatically unenrolled, and all coursework will be removed. You will have to start over and take the class again to receive credit.