Chapter 1-9: Introduction to PSYX 100 – Key Terms (Vocabulary)

Vocabulary-style flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the lecture notes about course policies and resources.

Extenuating circumstance

A serious, unforeseen event (e.g., hospitalization) that qualifies for special consideration.

Syllabus

The course outline that lists policies, objectives, and the calendar of assignments.

Sports calendar

The calendar in the syllabus used to track deadlines, schedules, and due dates.

Procrastinator

Someone who delays tasks until the last minute.

Emergency

A serious, urgent situation; not a routine inconvenience and may be an extenuating circumstance when applicable.

Blackboard

The learning management system used to access course content, syllabus, ebook, Achieve, and slides.

Achieve

The online homework platform integrated with the course.

Ebook

The electronic textbook accessed through the LMS.

Unit One

The first module or unit of course content available to students.

Google Docs

A cloud-based document tool not used for submissions in this course.

WorkDocs

The required document submission platform, used instead of Google Docs.

Password protected

A file that requires a password to open; submissions should not be password protected.

Access permissions

Permissions requests that can delay access to submitted work if not granted.

Word document

The preferred file format for submissions; not a Google Doc.

PSYX 100

The course code for the psychology class.

Flashcards

Study cards with a term on one side and its definition on the other.

Concept practice

Targeted exercises that help explain and reinforce difficult concepts.

Nervous system

The network of nerves and cells that control thought, sensation, and movement.

Classical conditioning

A learning process where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful stimulus.

Learning curves

The rate at which learners improve with practice across topics.

Practice quizzes

Quizzes for each chapter designed to review material and prepare for exams.

Hint

A clue in a quiz; using it can lower the points earned for the question.

Show answer

Option to reveal the correct answer without earning points.

Skinner

B. F. Skinner, a prominent psychologist known for operant conditioning.