G2 again! The MVP's for chapter 7 go to Skylar in G2 and Rachel in W6.
G2: 82.4
W6: 77.2
01.03.11 & 01.04.11
In class today we will start Chapter 9: Motivation and Intelligence. Please have the chapter outlined prior to class.
12.17.10 - 12.22.10
We will watch Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind in class over the next couple of days.
12.15.10 & 12.16.10
In class today you will be tested on Chapter 8: Cognition and Intelligence. Your vocabulary cards and essay are due today as well.
Chapter 8 Essay
A. Statistics are often used to describe and interpret the results of intelligence testing.
B. Apply knowledge of psychological research in answering the following questions about intelligence scores.
Chapter 8 Essay
A. Statistics are often used to describe and interpret the results of intelligence testing.
- Describe three measures of central tendency (mean, medium, and mode).
- Describe a skewed distribution
- Relate three measures of central tendency to a normal distribution
- Relate three measures of central tendency to a positively skewed distribution
- An intelligence test for which scores are normally distributed has a mean of 100 and a standard deviation of 15. Use this information to describe how the scores are distributed.
- In two normal distributions, the means are 100 for group I and 115 for group II. Can an individual in group I have a higher score than the mean score for group II? Explain.
B. Apply knowledge of psychological research in answering the following questions about intelligence scores.
- Explain why norms for intelligence tests are periodically updated.
- Describe how to determine whether an intelligence test is biased.
12.13.10 & 12.14.10
In class today you will complete a statistics review. This will be a quiz grade.
12.09.10 & 12.10.10
In class today we will finish Chapter 8: Cognition and Intelligence. You will have a reading quiz today.
12.07.10 & 12.08.10
In class today we will begin Chapter 8: Cognition and Intelligence. Please have the chapter outlined prior to class.
12.03.10 & 12.06.10
In class today you will be tested on Chapter 7: Memory. Your vocabulary cards and essay are due today as well.
Chapter 7 Essay:
In a study, researchers use a photograph taken in a public park to examine how people perceive, learn and remember information. In the photograph, a woman is standing near a man who is seated on a park bench. The woman appears to be shouting at the man.
Participants in the study are exposed to the photograph for ten seconds and then are shown, each for ten seconds, several other photographs of people interacting. When all the photographs have been shown, the participants are asked about what they saw in the “public park” photograph. A significant number of participants describe the man as being the aggressor in an apparent disagreement with the woman.
Describe how each of the following concepts helps explain the perception of these participants. Be sure to begin by defining each concept in psychological terms.
Chapter 7 Essay:
In a study, researchers use a photograph taken in a public park to examine how people perceive, learn and remember information. In the photograph, a woman is standing near a man who is seated on a park bench. The woman appears to be shouting at the man.
Participants in the study are exposed to the photograph for ten seconds and then are shown, each for ten seconds, several other photographs of people interacting. When all the photographs have been shown, the participants are asked about what they saw in the “public park” photograph. A significant number of participants describe the man as being the aggressor in an apparent disagreement with the woman.
Describe how each of the following concepts helps explain the perception of these participants. Be sure to begin by defining each concept in psychological terms.
- schema
- retroactive interference
- representativeness heuristic
- confirmation bias
- framing
12.01.10 & 12.02.10
We will begin class with a reading quiz and then you will test the effects of massed versus distributed practice on retention. For further information on this experiment, please refer to page 216 in your textbook. You will need to follow the 5 steps of the scientific investigation process and you will need to graph your results. The type of information used for recall is at your discretion.
SK8 against H8
Attending the GSA SK8 against H8 fundraiser on December 3rd from 5:30 - 7:30 will earn you a reading quiz pass. With this pass you can simply not take any reading quiz of your choice.
The SK8 against H8 fundraiser will be held at the Plaza Skating Rink on Pembroke Ave and admission is $5.
The SK8 against H8 fundraiser will be held at the Plaza Skating Rink on Pembroke Ave and admission is $5.
And the winner is . . .
The Chapter 6 MVP's are ...
Miranda and Sam tied for W6 and Skylar in still keeping it real in G2. Well done ladies!!!
G2: 79.41%
W6: 75.07%
Miranda and Sam tied for W6 and Skylar in still keeping it real in G2. Well done ladies!!!
G2: 79.41%
W6: 75.07%
11.29.10 & 11.30.10
In class today we will begin Chapter 7: Memory. Please have the chapter outlined prior to class.
Scarlet Letter Extra Credit
The 11th grade English classes are presently reading the Scarlet Letter. In an effort to bring the story to life, the AP Psychology classes will partner with the English classes in a small social experiment. Your job during this experiment is to compile a case study on 3-4 students. You will be able to interact with the students; talk to them and ask them questions. While you are interviewing the students you will be trying to make them feel very insecure, embarrassed and generally just feel like a bad person. You want the student to feel as ostracized as Hester Prynne.
Specifics:
1. Describe the subjects background. Age, sex, appearance, grade, GPA, family structure, housing type, social circumstances, discipline record etc.
2. Describe any behaviors the subject presents. For this experiment you will want to focus only on negative behaviors and you will want to use PSYCHOLOGICAL terminology as much as possible.
3. Analyze the background and behavior and then suggest strategies to improve the subject's quality of life.
Field Trip Details:
You will report to PC8 at the beginning of second block on November 23rd. We will go to the English class as a group. You will then do your case studies. You will repeat this process during blocks 3 and 4. At the end of 4th block we will discuss your findings.
Specifics:
1. Describe the subjects background. Age, sex, appearance, grade, GPA, family structure, housing type, social circumstances, discipline record etc.
2. Describe any behaviors the subject presents. For this experiment you will want to focus only on negative behaviors and you will want to use PSYCHOLOGICAL terminology as much as possible.
3. Analyze the background and behavior and then suggest strategies to improve the subject's quality of life.
Field Trip Details:
You will report to PC8 at the beginning of second block on November 23rd. We will go to the English class as a group. You will then do your case studies. You will repeat this process during blocks 3 and 4. At the end of 4th block we will discuss your findings.
11.17.10 & 11.18.10
In class today you will be tested on Chapter 6: Learning. Your vocabulary cards and essays (Operant Conditioning & Chapter 6) are due today as well.
Chapter 6 Essay
The Granger’s are preparing for their first baby. Both parents-to-be have had a psychology course and are looking forward to applying the principles they learned from theories and research that address child development.
A. Summarize one main idea or finding of each of the following three researchers.
Pavlov’s classical conditioning
Skinner’s operant conditioning
Bandura’s social learning theory
Ainsworth’s attachment research
B. Provide a specific example of actions the Granger’s might take to raise their child to produce positive outcomes using each of the theories below to address the corresponding psychological concept.
Pavlov’s classical conditioning: fire safety
Skinner’s operant conditioning: tantrum management
Bandura’s social learning theory: sharing behavior
Ainsworth’s attachment research: self-reliance
Chapter 6 Essay
The Granger’s are preparing for their first baby. Both parents-to-be have had a psychology course and are looking forward to applying the principles they learned from theories and research that address child development.
A. Summarize one main idea or finding of each of the following three researchers.
Pavlov’s classical conditioning
Skinner’s operant conditioning
Bandura’s social learning theory
Ainsworth’s attachment research
B. Provide a specific example of actions the Granger’s might take to raise their child to produce positive outcomes using each of the theories below to address the corresponding psychological concept.
Pavlov’s classical conditioning: fire safety
Skinner’s operant conditioning: tantrum management
Bandura’s social learning theory: sharing behavior
Ainsworth’s attachment research: self-reliance
11.15.10 & 11.16.10
Operant Conditioning: a form of learning in which voluntary responses come to be controlled by their consequences.
In class today you will run an experiment in Operant Conditioning. Your subjects will be study hall students, or if you experiment requires; random hallway students may also be used for the study. Your goal is to control a voluntary behavior either through reinforcement or punishment. The majority of class time will be spent on the acquisition and shaping processes.
For this social experiment you will need to explain you methods in a short essay. In your essay you should describe what general behavior you intended to control. You should also describe the type of reinforcement or punishment you used as well as the schedule of reinforcement or punishment. You will then need to detail the acquisition and shaping processes. And lastly, you will reflect on the success or the failure of the social experiment. The short essay will be due on the day of the test.
In class today you will run an experiment in Operant Conditioning. Your subjects will be study hall students, or if you experiment requires; random hallway students may also be used for the study. Your goal is to control a voluntary behavior either through reinforcement or punishment. The majority of class time will be spent on the acquisition and shaping processes.
For this social experiment you will need to explain you methods in a short essay. In your essay you should describe what general behavior you intended to control. You should also describe the type of reinforcement or punishment you used as well as the schedule of reinforcement or punishment. You will then need to detail the acquisition and shaping processes. And lastly, you will reflect on the success or the failure of the social experiment. The short essay will be due on the day of the test.
11.11.10 & 11.12.10
In class today we will finish Chapter 6: Learning. We will have a reading quiz today.
11.09.10 & 11.10.10
In class today we will begin Chapter 6: Learning. Please have the chapter outlined prior to class.
1st Quarter Waffle Champions ...
With a final class average of 80.86 Green 2 will be eating waffles in the near future. A breakfast date will be announced in class. No it is not on Wednesday.
1st Quarter Averages:
G2: 80.86
W6: 80.21
1st Quarter Averages:
G2: 80.86
W6: 80.21
11.04.10 & 11.05.10
Who wants waffles?
Your 1st Quarter Exam is today. This is a cumulative exam covering chapters 1- 5. There is no essay component to the exam.
The class with the highest overall score at the end of the 1st Quarter will get a waffle breakfast in class ... mmm, homemade waffles and orange juice.
Your 1st Quarter Exam is today. This is a cumulative exam covering chapters 1- 5. There is no essay component to the exam.
The class with the highest overall score at the end of the 1st Quarter will get a waffle breakfast in class ... mmm, homemade waffles and orange juice.
11.01.10 & 11.03.10
In class today you will be tested on Chapter 5: Variations in Consciousness. Your vocabulary cards, study guide and essay are due today.
*Extra Credit Essay
Compare REM and NREM sleep with respect to EEG activity, muscular activity, and cognitive activity.
*Extra Credit Essay
Compare REM and NREM sleep with respect to EEG activity, muscular activity, and cognitive activity.
10.27.10 & 10.28.10
In class today you will watch NOVA: What Are Dreams? For more information on the program, visit: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/dreams/
10.25.10 & 10.26.10
In class today we will finish chapter 5: Variations in Consciousness. You will have a reading quiz today and your essay prompts and study guides will be distributed as well.
10.21.10 & 10.22.10
In class today we will begin Chapter 5: Variations in Consciousness. Please have the chapter outlined prior to class.
And the winner is . . .
Green again!!! And the MVP goes to Skylar in G2 and Graham in W6.
G2: 79
W6: 75
Only one more chapter test and the first quarter exam before we find out which class will be eating fresh waffles ...
G2: 79
W6: 75
Only one more chapter test and the first quarter exam before we find out which class will be eating fresh waffles ...
FIELD TRIP
On November 8th we will take a field trip to the Williamsburg Public Hospital. The cost for the trip is $50.00 and that does NOT include lunch. Check out their website: http://www.history.org/almanack/places/hb/hbhos.cfm for more information and all trip details will be discussed in class.
10.19.10 & 10.20.10
In class today you will be tested on Chapter 4: Sensation and Perception. Your study guides and vocabulary cards are due today as well. That's right ... no essay.
10.15.10 & 10.18.10
In class today you will design a research project testing the link between perception and sensation. Specifically, does a person's perception affect their sensation? You will need to design a full project that utilizes the scientific method (p. 31). Step 1 will need to be very clear and you should use the appropriate psychological terminology. A major emphasis will be on step 2 and how you would execute step 3. Step 4 will be purely speculation, but you should attempt to predict the results of your study. Step 5 is not necessary.
10.13.10 & 10.14.10
In class today we will finish Chapter 4: Sensation and Perception. You will have a reading quiz today.
10.11.10 & 10.12.10
In class today we will begin Chapter 4: Sensation and Perception. Please have the chapter outlined prior to class. You will receive eye and ear diagrams today.
And the winner is . . .
And the title goes to GREEN 2! The MVP's remain the same, way to go ladies; Sam for W6 and Skylar for G2.
Class averages:
G2 76.8%
W6 75.7%
Class averages:
G2 76.8%
W6 75.7%
10.07.10 & 10.08.10
In class today you will take the Chapter 3 test. Your vocabulary cards, study guide and essay are due as well.
Essay #2:
The human organism displays various reactions that are characterized by opposing tendencies. Use a specific physiological or psychological mechanism to explain how both aspects of opposing processes apply to each of the following.
Essay Format
Essay #2:
The human organism displays various reactions that are characterized by opposing tendencies. Use a specific physiological or psychological mechanism to explain how both aspects of opposing processes apply to each of the following.
- Autonomic Nervous System
- Nerve Firing
Essay Format
- 12 point Times New Roman Font
- Name and block in the top right corner
10.05.10 & 10.06.10
Today you will be a neurosurgeon. Working with a partner, you will examine several medical cases that involve a brain injury. Your job will be to identify the part of the brain that was injured. You will be allowed to use your notes and only your notes -- textbooks are off limits. The first pair to finish the cases correctly will earn a 100%.
10.01.10 & 10.04.10
In class today you will have a reading quiz. We will finish Chapter 3 today and the lecture will focus on the brain. Also, you will receive your study guides.
And the winner is . . .
White 6
Final average for the first test was:
G2 69.3
W6 76.8
The MVP goes to Skylar in G2 and Sam in W6. Looks like the ladies took home the highest scores.
Final average for the first test was:
G2 69.3
W6 76.8
The MVP goes to Skylar in G2 and Sam in W6. Looks like the ladies took home the highest scores.
09.27.10 & 09.28.10
In class today we will begin Chapter 3: The Biological Bases of Behavior. You will need to have the chapter outlined prior to class.
09.23.10 & 09.24.10
In class today you will take a 100 question multiple choice test on chapters 1 & 2. Again, as with the reading quiz; this test will be the only test that covers two chapters. However, it will remain only 100 questions. Your vocabulary cards (both chapters), study guide and essay are due today as well.
AP Essay #1:
Psychologists use a variety of research methods to study behavior. Three of the main research methods used are:
B. Discuss one disadvantage of each research method listed above.
Pretend you are a psychologist who will use each of the three research methods listed above to determine the effect of taking vitamin J on improving memory.
C. For each method listed above, explain a key characteristic of the basic approach you would use to reach a scientific conclusion about the relationship between taking vitamin J and improving memory. You need not design a complete study.
AP Essay #1:
Psychologists use a variety of research methods to study behavior. Three of the main research methods used are:
- case study
- correlational study
- experiment
B. Discuss one disadvantage of each research method listed above.
Pretend you are a psychologist who will use each of the three research methods listed above to determine the effect of taking vitamin J on improving memory.
C. For each method listed above, explain a key characteristic of the basic approach you would use to reach a scientific conclusion about the relationship between taking vitamin J and improving memory. You need not design a complete study.
09.21.10 & 09.22.10
We will have an essay workshop today. Bring your typed essay with you to class; the essay details and prompt question are below. Bringing an essay guarantees a 100% and the workshop is meant to answer your questions.
AP Essay Format
Psychologists use a variety of research methods to study behavior. Three of the main research methods used are:
B. Discuss one disadvantage of each research method listed above.
Pretend you are a psychologist who will use each of the three research methods listed above to determine the effect of taking vitamin J on improving memory.
C. For each method listed above, explain a key characteristic of the basic approach you would use to reach a scientific conclusion about the relationship between taking vitamin J and improving memory. You need not design a complete study.
It is not enough to answer a question by merely listing facts. You should present a cogent argument based on your critical analysis of the questions posed.
AP Essay Format
- top right corner: name and block
- no title or heading
- 12 point font
- times new roman
- double spaced
- standard margins
Psychologists use a variety of research methods to study behavior. Three of the main research methods used are:
- case study
- correlational study
- experiment
B. Discuss one disadvantage of each research method listed above.
Pretend you are a psychologist who will use each of the three research methods listed above to determine the effect of taking vitamin J on improving memory.
C. For each method listed above, explain a key characteristic of the basic approach you would use to reach a scientific conclusion about the relationship between taking vitamin J and improving memory. You need not design a complete study.
It is not enough to answer a question by merely listing facts. You should present a cogent argument based on your critical analysis of the questions posed.
09.17.10 & 09.20.10
In class today you will take your first reading quiz. Due to the scheduling difficulties and the continuous adds and drops; this reading quiz will cover bother chapters 1 and 2. This is the only reading quiz you will have that covers two chapters. For clarification: 40 question fill-in-the-blank reading quiz on chapters 1 & 2.
09.15.10 & 09.16
In class today we will begin Chapter 2: The Research Enterprise in Psychology. You will need to outline the chapter prior to class. You will receive your study guide today.
09.13.10 & 09.14.10
In class today we will begin Chapter 1: The Evolution of Psychology. You will need to have the chapter outlined prior to class.
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