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Courses & Textbook Info<\/h3>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n
<\/i>What order should I be taking classes?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>Can I course overload?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>Do I really need the course textbook?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>How hard is PSYC 3002 (\u201cstatistics\u201d)? PSYC 3003? (\u201cResearch methods\u201d) What do I need to know?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>How do I know what concentration is right for me?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>I have unused credit from transfer credit or for other reasons. Can this be used anywhere?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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What order should I be taking classes?<\/h5>
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Students are encouraged to take courses in order such that 1000-level courses are taken before 2000 level courses, which are taken before 3000 level courses, which should be taken before 4000 level courses. Students don\u2019t have to take courses in exact order within a given level (e.g., you can take 2007 before 2002). However, students must take and successfully pass PSYC 3002 before PSYC 3003. <\/strong>If you are not sure what classes to take, or what order to take them, please email your Student Success Advisor<\/a>.<\/p>\n

As of winter 2021, students will take the following courses in this order. This may look different depending on what courses you transferred in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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1<\/td>\nHMNT 1001<\/td>\nLiving and Learning in the Technological World<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nENGL 1010 or PSYC 1001<\/td>\nWriting with Confidence and Purpose or Introduction to Psychology<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nENGL 1010 or PSYC 1001 or PSYC 2000<\/td>\nWriting with Confidence and Purpose or Introduction to Psychology or Psychology Seminar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nPSYC 2000<\/td>\nPsychology Seminar (possible name change coming)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nChoose one: PSYC 2001 or PSYC 2005 or PSYC 2009 or MATH 1030<\/td>\nCross-Cultural Psychology or Social Influences on Behavior or Theories of Personality or College Math<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nChoose one: PSYC 2001 or PSYC 2005 or PSYC 2009 or MATH 1030<\/td>\nCross-Cultural Psychology or Social Influences on Behavior or Theories of Personality or College Math<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\nChoose one: PSYC 2001 or PSYC 2005 or PSYC 2009 or MATH 1030<\/td>\nCross-Cultural Psychology or Social Influences on Behavior or Theories of Personality or College Math<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\nChoose one: PSYC 2001 or PSYC 2005 or PSYC 2009 or MATH 1030<\/td>\nCross-Cultural Psychology or Social Influences on Behavior or Theories of Personality or College Math<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Can I course overload?<\/h5>
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Overloads are generally approved if your GPA is at least a 3.0 (including overloading with the Capstone). If your GPA is under 3.0, overloads are generally not approved, but special circumstances will be considered. Three courses in one term is considered to be an overload. A two-course overload (4 courses total in one term) will rarely, if ever, be considered.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Do I really need the course textbook?<\/h5>
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Yes. Textbooks are mandatory and crucial for success in your courses. Students who start courses without a text are not eligible for extensions and will be at a significant disadvantage. If your textbook does not arrive before the first day of class, students should contact the instructor to inquire about other resources that might help them get by the first few days of class until the textbook arrives (e.g., many publishers offer free samples of the first chapter online). E-books are available from many publishers. If a student cannot get a text before the first week is over, withdrawing is the best course of action.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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How hard is PSYC 3002 (\u201cstatistics\u201d)? PSYC 3003? (\u201cResearch methods\u201d) What do I need to know?<\/h5>
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PSYC 3002 is an introductory course to analyzing data. Everyone needs this course because all information in psychology comes from conducting studies and analyzing data. You need to be literate in how information from research studies is analyzed. The course can be challenging, but all students have access to free tutors. It is NOT math-centric, so do not worry if you feel that you are not \u201cgood\u201d at math. It\u2019s more about the concepts behind the data analysis. PSYC 3003 is about how to design studies in psychology. This is also a key course because even if you go into a human service field, not research, you need to know how the techniques you use in therapy were found to be useful \u2013 and that information comes from research studies. No matter what field you go into, you need to know how studies are conducted and how the data from those studies are analyzed.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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How do I know what concentration is right for me?<\/h5>
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A good first step is to look at each of the concentrations and rule out ones you know you are not a food fit for you. Take a look at the courses that are offered for each concentration you are considering. How do they align with your interests and goals? That should help you narrow your list further. Are you interested in graduate school? If so, consider whether any of the concentrations on your list have an AIM program that could accelerate your progress even more if you are interested in continuing with graduate school at Walden. Your enrollment advisor is a great source of additional information as well.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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I have unused credit from transfer credit or for other reasons. Can this be used anywhere?<\/h5>
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Contact undergraduateadvising@waldenu.edu<\/a> and your Advisor can do a degree audit and submit a petition to the Program Director on your behalf to see if that credit could be applied as upper-level credit or elective credit to help you graduate faster.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_raw_html]JTNDYSUyMG5hbWUlM0QlMjJuZXQlMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZhJTNFJTIw[\/vc_raw_html]\r\n\t

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Net Etiquette<\/h3>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n
<\/i>What is Net Etiquette?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>How should I address my course instructors?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>One of my classmates posted an offensive reply to my discussion post. How should I respond?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>I received a score on an assignment that I don\u2019t agree was fair. What should I do?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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What is Net Etiquette?<\/h5>
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Net Etiquette is courtesy in online communications, including interacting with your fellow classmates and instructors in the discussion forums, and in your e-mail communications. Practicing good net etiquette also includes checking spelling and grammar before sending any written form of communication.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately the downside of e-conversations is that we can\u2019t always infer a person\u2019s delivery tone. For instance, sharp or terse statements either in support or in opposition of a point made might come off as offensive even if it was not the intent. It is fine to use humor, but use it carefully. The absence of face-to-face cues can cause humor to be misinterpreted as criticism.<\/p>\n

Here are some links with guidelines for practicing proper net etiquette.<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.educatorstechnology.com\/2014\/06\/15-essential-netiquette-guidelines-to.html<\/a><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.albion.com\/netiquette\/corerules.html<\/a><\/p>\n

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How should I address my course instructors?<\/h5>
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All of the course instructors in the B.S. in Psychology program hold advanced degrees, either a PhD or a PsyD degree, and are experts in their respective subfields of psychology. As such, it is respectful in communications to refer to your course instructors as either \u201cDr.\u201d or \u201cProfessor\u201d (e.g., Dr. Garcia or Professor Garcia), unless the instructor indicates that he or she prefers that you address him or her differently.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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One of my classmates posted an offensive reply to my discussion post. How should I respond?<\/h5>
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ll discussion posts are to be respectful. We may disagree about an issue passionately, but disrespect will not be tolerated. The use of offensive terminology (e.g., racist, sexist, or ethnic slurs) will not be tolerated. If you believe a classmate treated you disrespectfully do not engage by responding in the same manner. Rather, immediately contact the course instructor and report the issue.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, each student is responsible for becoming familiar with Walden\u2019s Code of Conduct, as published in the Walden University Student Handbook<\/em>. If a student is unsure about the application or interpretation of the Code of Conduct, it is her or his responsibility to seek clarification from the instructor. Here is a link to the Code of Conduct: http:\/\/catalog.waldenu.edu\/index.php<\/a><\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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I received a score on an assignment that I don\u2019t agree was fair. What should I do?<\/h5>
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Your course instructors are committed to helping you improve and that requires accurate feedback. First, review your returned assignment and look for feedback the course instructor provided. If after examining the feedback you are still unsure, reach out to the instructor via e-mail and, utilizing good net etiquette, respectfully ask for clarification. Most issues like this can be resolved via e-mail or a phone call.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_raw_html]JTNDYSUyMG5hbWUlM0QlMjJsYXRlJTIyJTNFJTNDJTJGYSUzRSUyMA==[\/vc_raw_html]\r\n\t

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Late policies & extensions<\/h3>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n
<\/i>I was sick all weekend and couldn\u2019t get my assignment submitted by the due date. Can I still get some credit for submitting my assignment late?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>Can I request an extension for a major life event?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>Can I request an extension based on a major illness or injury for which I have medical documentation?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>I am getting married during the course, what should I do?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>I have a chronic condition that sometimes makes it difficult for me to complete assignments on time. Is there anything I can do to get an extension during these times?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>\u201cLife\u201d happened and I need an Incomplete \u2013 can you give me an I?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>I have had a lot of \u201cLife Happens\u201d events and I am feeling extremely overwhelmed and depressed. Is there someone I can talk to?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>I have heard that I can make a petition; how does that work?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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Yes. The good news is that you can certainly submit most of your assignments late if you need to \u2013 that\u2019s why we have the late policy in place. Please be aware that there is a usually a percent per day reduction on late work. In each B.S. Psychology course you will find a document that explains the Late Policy (some courses have it in the syllabus). If you can\u2019t find the late policy, please be sure to ask your instructor where to locate the document.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Can I request an extension for a major life event?<\/h5>
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Generally speaking, instructors try to avoid granting extensions. Lots of things can happen, and that\u2019s why we have late policies. However, deaths in immediate family and other catastrophic events are special situations and instructors will be accommodating.<\/p>\n

If you know that you have life events coming up\u2014a new baby on the way, getting married, moving, etc.\u2014discuss a leave of absence with your Advisor or plan to reduce your course load.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Can I request an extension based on a major illness or injury for which I have medical documentation?<\/h5>
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Walden\u2019s online courses have a specific completion scheduled noted the day you start class. If students feel they have experienced an exceptionally challenging health issue that has impacted their ability to meet an assignment deadline or that has had major impact on their performance in a course, they may request that their instructor(s) consider offering them extra time.<\/p>\n

The instructor alone determines if any delay in submission is acceptable, whether or not explained by a medical issue. Your instructors are not allowed to solicit medical documentation from students, but may ask that claims of medical or related sensitive issues impacting a student\u2019s ability to meet deadlines are verified by the university.<\/p>\n

If so, submit medical documentation to medicaldocumentation@waldenu.edu<\/a> with a request for an e-mail verifying receipt of the documentation. Students are to include their name, student ID, course name and full course number, and name of the instructor. Faculty receiving unsolicited medical documentation from students are asked to avoid reading it and refer students to the above policy. E-mail attachments with medical documentation should be forwarded to medicaldocumentation@waldenu.edu<\/a> with originals retained to avoid mishandling of medical documentation. See more at: http:\/\/catalog.waldenu.edu\/content.php?catoid=147&navoid=47417<\/a><\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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We do not typically offer extensions for planned events involving work and family. The best approach is to work ahead and communicate with your instructor about your plans.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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I have a chronic condition that sometimes makes it difficult for me to complete assignments on time. Is there anything I can do to get an extension during these times?<\/h5>
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Course Instructors are not able to offer you extra time to complete assignments without losing points unless they have authorization from Disability Services. If you have a condition that interferes with your ability to complete coursework by the due dates, we suggest that you contact Walden’s Disabilities Services and request accommodations for extra time. Even if your challenges are temporary and\/or you don’t have documentation of a disability, it is our understanding that the Disabilities Services office still may be able to authorize extra time on assignments for your courses. disability@waldenu.edu<\/a> or 1-800-925-3368<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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\u201cLife\u201d happened and I need an Incomplete \u2013 can you give me an I?<\/h5>
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This decision is not left entirely up to the instructor. There are University guidelines that need to be met before an incomplete can be granted. An incomplete will only be considered if the student has completed 80% of the course work at a passing level (current grade at least 60%) and encounters an unusual, unpredictable situation that prevents completion.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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I have had a lot of \u201cLife Happens\u201d events and I am feeling extremely overwhelmed and depressed. Is there someone I can talk to?<\/h5>
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Yes. Walden also has a Student Assistance Program \u2013 a 24\/7 phone service where students can talk to personal counselors about challenges they are experiencing. That number is 866-465-8942.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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<\/i>I am new to Walden\u2019s classroom environment. Who can I contact if I have questions about navigating inside the classroom?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>I just tried to submit my assignment (or take a test) and I am experiencing technical issues \u2013 what do I do now?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/i>My computer crashed \u2013 What do I do now?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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There are many ways to seek help:<\/h5>\n