Updated Myers' Psychology for the AP® Course
by David G. Myers, C. Nathan DeWall
3rd Edition
Publisher: Worth Publishers
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9781319362546 |
| eText ISBN | 9781319362652 |
| Publisher | Worth Publishers |
| Publishing Year | 2020 |
| Edition | 3rd Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 1104 |
Navigating the rigorous demands of Advanced Placement courses requires instructional materials that align perfectly with official standards. Updated Myers' Psychology for the AP® Course 3rd Edition represents a crucial milestone for high school students aiming to master psychological science. Specifically tailored to match the College Board framework, this resource provides a structured pathway through complex behavioral concepts. By integrating the latest scientific findings with structured learning goals, it ensures that students are not merely memorizing terms but truly understanding the underlying mechanisms of the human mind. In an era where mental health awareness and scientific literacy are more critical than ever, this textbook serves as an indispensable guide for academic success.
The scope of Updated Myers' Psychology for the AP® Course 3rd Edition spans nine carefully organized units, covering everything from the biological bases of behavior to cognitive processes and social interactions. David G. Myers and C. Nathan DeWall bring their signature blend of intellectual rigor and accessible storytelling to every page. Their approach demystifies challenging topics like neurobiology, sensation, and developmental psychology by using relatable examples and personal anecdotes. This unique perspective helps students connect abstract theories to their daily lives, fostering a deeper appreciation for the discipline. By presenting psychology as an active, evolving science, the authors encourage critical thinking and scientific inquiry, preparing students for both the AP exam and future collegiate studies.
Designed for high school classrooms, the pedagogy of Updated Myers' Psychology for the AP® Course 3rd Edition is highly interactive, featuring modular lessons that fit neatly into busy school schedules. Educators appreciate how the text integrates seamlessly with digital dashboards and progress checks, making formative assessment straightforward. Students seeking a flexible, portable study option will find the Updated Myers' Psychology for the AP® Course 3rd Edition PDF particularly beneficial for on-the-go review and interactive note-taking. With its updated practice questions, visual aids, and exam-aligned formatting, this edition is the preferred choice for AP instructors nationwide who want to inspire their students while securing high test scores.
Table of Contents
Chapter Unit 1: Scientific Foundations of Psychology
- • Module 1: Psychology and Its History
- • Module 2: Today’s Psychology and Its Approaches
- • Module 3: Subfields in Psychology
- • Module 4: The Need for Psychological Science
- • Module 5: The Scientific Method and Description
- • Module 6: Correlation and Experimentation
- • Module 7: Research Design and Ethics in Psychology
- • Module 8: Statistical Reasoning in Everyday Life
Chapter Unit 2: Biological Bases of Behavior
- • Module 9: Biological Psychology and Neurotransmission
- • Module 10: The Nervous and Endocrine Systems
- • Module 11: Studying the Brain, Older Brain Structures, and the Limbic System
- • Module 12: The Cerebral Cortex
- • Module 13: Brain Hemisphere Organization and the Biology of Consciousness
- • Module 14: Behavior Genetics: Predicting Individual Differences
- • Module 15: Evolutionary Psychology: Understanding Human Nature
- • Module 16: Sleep Patterns and Sleep Theories
- • Module 17: Sleep Deprivation, Sleep Disorders, and Dreams
- • Module 18: Psychoactive Drugs
- • Module 19: Understanding Consciousness and Hypnosis
Chapter Unit 3: Sensation and Perception
- • Module 20: Basic Concepts of Sensation and Perception
- • Module 21: Influences on Perception
- • Module 22: Vision: Sensory and Perceptual Processing
- • Module 23: Visual Organization and Interpretation
- • Module 24: Hearing
- • Module 25: The Other Senses
Chapter Unit 4: Learning
- • Module 26: How We Learn and Classical Conditioning
- • Module 27: Operant Conditioning
- • Module 28: Operant Conditioning’s Applications, and Comparison to Classical Conditioning
- • Module 29: Biology, Cognition, and Learning
- • Module 30: Observational Learning
Chapter Unit 5: Cognitive Psychology
- • Module 31: Studying and Encoding Memories
- • Module 32: Storing and Retrieving Memories
- • Module 33: Forgetting, Memory Construction, and Improving Memory
- • Module 34: Thinking, Concepts, and Creativity
- • Module 35: Solving Problems and Making Decisions
- • Module 36: Thinking and Language
- • Module 37: Introduction to Intelligence
- • Module 38: Assessing Intelligence
- • Module 39: The Dynamics of Intelligence
- • Module 40: Studying Genetic and Environmental Influences on Intelligence
- • Module 41: Group Differences and the Question of Bias
Chapter Unit 6: Developmental Psychology
- • Module 42: Developmental Issues, Prenatal Development, and the Newborn
- • Module 43: Infancy and Childhood: Physical Development
- • Module 44: Infancy and Childhood: Cognitive Development
- • Module 45: Infancy and Childhood: Social Development
- • Module 46: Gender Development
- • Module 47: Parents, Peers, and Early Experiences
- • Module 48: Adolescence: Physical and Cognitive Development
- • Module 49: Adolescence: Social Development and Emerging Adulthood
- • Module 50: Sexual Development
- • Module 51: Adulthood: Physical, Cognitive, and Social Development
Chapter Unit 7: Motivation, Emotion, and Personality
- • Module 52: Motivational Concepts
- • Module 53: Hunger Motivation
- • Module 54: Sexual Motivation
- • Module 55: Affiliation and Achievement
- • Module 56: Theories and Physiology of Emotion
- • Module 57: Expressing Emotion
- • Module 58: Stress and Illness
- • Module 59: Health and Happiness
- • Module 60: Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Theories
- • Module 61: Humanistic Theories
- • Module 62:62 Trait Theories
- • Module 63: Social-Cognitive Theories
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