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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Introduction to Psychology

Massachusetts Institute of Technology via MIT OpenCourseWare

Overview

This course is a survey of the scientific study of human nature, including how the mind works, and how the brain supports the mind. Topics include the mental and neural bases of perception, emotion, learning, memory, cognition, child development, personality, psychopathology, and social interaction. Students will consider how such knowledge relates to debates about nature and nurture, free will, consciousness, human differences, self, and society. Course Format This course has been designed for independent study. It includes all of the materials you will need to understand the concepts covered in this subject. The materials in this course include: - A full set of **Lecture Videos** by Prof. John Gabrieli. - **Reading Assignments** in several books, including one **free online textbook** and detailed notes on another book. - Assorted multiple choice and short answer questions to **Check Yourself** on the material in each session. - Supporting **Discussion** content that elaborates on the lectures and reading. - A rich collection of online resources for **Further Study** on each session's topics. - A full set of **Exams** with solution keys, and extra practice questions for review.

Syllabus

Lec 1 | MIT 9.00SC Introduction to Psychology, Spring 2011.
Lec 2 | MIT 9.00SC Introduction to Psychology, Spring 2011.
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Lec 20 | MIT 9.00SC Introduction to Psychology, Spring 2011.
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Lec 23 | MIT 9.00SC Introduction to Psychology, Spring 2011.
Lec 24 | MIT 9.00SC Introduction to Psychology, Spring 2011.

Taught by

Prof. John Gabrieli

Reviews

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  • Amy Roberts
    This course was a great begining psychology course for myself and others who are interested in pursuing Psychology as a career. I learned lts of valuable information.
  • Amit Kumawat
    Nice course. Professor tech very well. And explanation of lecture is simple and easy. I understand very well.
  • DIAN LATIFAH
    is good and give many knowladge and many banefit . I'm so recomandation for a student. the material is very good and the method of delivery is easy to understand, and provides many benefits for me, I highly recommend taking this course. Hopefully this course will have a positive impact on many people and at the same time can change a positive mindset for everyone, Thank you very much

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