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| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
| By appointment |
If the above office hours do not fit your schedule, please email me at christina.ahles@mesacc.edu to request an alternative meeting time.
Classes Taught
Spring 2023
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 Credits | ||||
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Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29268 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/18/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
MoWe |
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM |
Closed |
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| PSY132 | Psychology and Culture | 3 Credits | ||||
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Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29322 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM |
Class Started |
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Notes: Honors Program Only |
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29289 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/18/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
MoWe |
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM |
Class Started |
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| PSY230 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 Credits | ||||
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An introduction to basic concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics, with emphasis upon application to psychology. Consideration given to the methods of data collection, sampling techniques, graphing of data, and the statistical evaluation of data collected through experimentation. Required of psychology majors. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor. |
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Course Notes: Students must take PSY231 (statistics lab) from the same instructor. |
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| General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29292 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
TuTh |
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM |
Closed |
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Notes: Concurrent enrollment required in PSY230 29292 and PSY231 30206 or PSY231 29296. |
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| PSY231 | Laboratory for Statistics | 1 Credits | ||||
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Applications of inferential and descriptive statistics to statistical software in the field of psychology. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: PSY230. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
30206 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Closed |
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Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| PSY250 | Social Psychology | 3 Credits | ||||
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The scientific study of how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by other people and situations. Includes how we think about ourselves and others, persuasion and influence, sexual and romantic attraction, friendship and helping others, aggression and prejudice. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29321 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring Flex Start 2023
| PSY102 | Introduction to Psychology Lab | 1 Credits | ||||
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Optional laboratory designed to accompany PSY101. Application of psychological principles in areas such as learning, memory, emotion, motivation, cognition, language, development, personality, and intelligence. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY101 or permission of instructor. |
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Course Notes: Recommended for PSY101 students. Attend orientation first two weeks of class. Orientation schedule will be posted beside room AD 2 prior to beginning of classes. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29327 |
Dobson Campus Online Course |
Independent Study
Lab
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01/30/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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29330 |
Dobson Campus Online Course |
Independent Study
Lab
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03/06/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| PSY132 | Psychology and Culture | 3 Credits | ||||
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Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29740 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Summer 2023
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 Credits | ||||
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Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders. Prerequisites: None. |
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Course Notes: Honors students enrolled in PSY101 must enroll in PSY102. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
16105 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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05/30/2023 - 06/29/2023 |
Open 1 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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16106 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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05/30/2023 - 06/29/2023 |
Open 25 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| PSY132 | Psychology and Culture | 3 Credits | ||||
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Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
17165 |
MC OFFSITE Nottingham Englnd Study Abroad |
Study Abroad
Lecture
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07/08/2023 - 08/08/2023 |
Open 2 of 20 |
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Notes: Class 17165 Students may contact instructor at: @christina.ahles@mesacc.edu |
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Fall 2023
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 Credits | ||||
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Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
18214 |
Dobson Campus TBA |
In Person
Lecture
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
MoWe |
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM |
Open 20 of 22 |
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Notes: Class 18214 is designated for the First Year Experience (FYE) for first generation and FSS students. Enrollment is restricted to recent high school graduates from Mesa Public Schools who have applied to be part of the FYE cohort. For more information, contact Ashley Armour at ashley.armour@mesacc.edu. |
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18218 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Open 23 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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18222 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Open 25 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| PSY132 | Psychology and Culture | 3 Credits | ||||
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Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
18235 |
Dobson Campus TBA |
In Person
Lecture
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
MoWe |
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM |
Open 20 of 20 |
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Notes: Honors Program Only |
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18265 |
Dobson Campus TBA |
In Person
Lecture
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
TuTh |
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM |
Open 19 of 20 |
| PSY230 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 Credits | ||||
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An introduction to basic concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics, with emphasis upon application to psychology. Consideration given to the methods of data collection, sampling techniques, graphing of data, and the statistical evaluation of data collected through experimentation. Required of psychology majors. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor. |
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Course Notes: Students must take PSY231 (statistics lab) from the same instructor. |
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| General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
18239 |
Dobson Campus TBA |
In Person
Lecture
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM |
Open 13 of 14 |
| PSY231 | Laboratory for Statistics | 1 Credits | ||||
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Applications of inferential and descriptive statistics to statistical software in the field of psychology. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: PSY230. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
18245 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Open 13 of 14 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| PSY250 | Social Psychology | 3 Credits | ||||
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The scientific study of how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by other people and situations. Includes how we think about ourselves and others, persuasion and influence, sexual and romantic attraction, friendship and helping others, aggression and prejudice. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
18271 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Open 23 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Fall Flex Start 2023
| PSY102 | Introduction to Psychology Lab | 1 Credits | ||||
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Optional laboratory designed to accompany PSY101. Application of psychological principles in areas such as learning, memory, emotion, motivation, cognition, language, development, personality, and intelligence. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY101 or permission of instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
18234 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Open 20 of 20 |
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Notes: Class 18234: Recommended for PSY101 students. Attend orientation during first two weeks of class. |
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