Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. The free Psychology 101 E-Course will help you learn the basics of psychology.
Course Outline
Lesson 1. What Is Psychology?
Lesson 2. Researching Psychology
Lesson 3. The Brain and Behavior
Lesson 4. States of Consciousness
Lesson 5. Learning
Lesson 6. Memory
Lesson 7. Development
Lesson 8. Personality
Lesson 9. Intelligence
Lesson 10. Test Your Knowledge
Who Should Take Psychology 101?
This class covers many of the basics you would learn in an introductory college-level course. Whether you're preparing for a class, supplementing your study, or simply interested in the subject, this class can provide you with a great overview of psychology.
How Long is the Class?
This course spans an ten-week period. You will receive an email each week containing a new set of lessons.
Getting Started
Signing up for the free Psychology 101 course is easy! Just complete the form below to subscribe to the class. If you need to change your email or unsubscribe at any time, simply click the link provided at the bottom of every lesson.
Never Miss a Lesson!
Always check your email address carefully before you submit your subscription form. After you have subscribed, make sure that you allow email from "[email protected]" to ensure that the lessons are not blocked by email filtering software.
Good luck and have fun learning more about psychology!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will I get college credit for taking the course?
No. The free Psychology 101 e-course is purely for self-learning purposes. While you can print a certificate of completion once you finish the course, you will not receive college credit. -
Are there any required textbooks for the course?
No. The only reading materials are all linked directly from each e-mail lesson. -
I received a lesson, but I don't understand what I need to do?
Simply read the email instructions, and then click each link to access the lesson information. Read each article linked from the email and take any quizzes that are included in that week's email. -
Will there be an exam?
You will encounter a few quizzes throughout the course, plus a comprehensive quiz at the end of the class. Remember, this is a self-directed course. While there is no formal grade issued and you don't need to achieve a particular score to pass each quiz, you should be grading yourself. If you are not happy with your score on a particular quiz, go back and review the material before re-taking the quiz. -
Is there an age limit? Do I need to be over 18 to take the course?
No, there are no age limitations on taking the free psychology e-course. However, you should note that all materials are aimed at students studying at the high school or college level. -
Do I have to be a high school or college student to take the class? I'm retired, but I just like to learn more about psychology.
As mentioned in the earlier question, there are no age limits on the course. Feel free to sign up to learn more about psychology! -
I've finished the course! When will I get my Ph.D. in Psychology degree in the mail?
You won't. As mentioned earlier, the course offers no college credit. It is not accredited and no degree is offered. If a site does claim to offer a Ph.D. degree after a short-email course, it is most likely a diploma mill, which you should avoid.
Learn more about some of the educational requirements for psychologists in these Psychology School FAQ.
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