1. Thinking About Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior 2e Charles T. Blair-Broeker Randal M. Ernst

2. Methods Domain

3. Introductory Chapter

4. Fact or Falsehood (1-1) 10 min Psychology as a Science (1-3) 20 mins

5. Aliens Have Landed Video Activity The Value of Eyewitness Activity

6. The Value of Eyewitnesses Much of the evidence cited for proof of the Roswell incident is based on eyewitness accounts of what people saw 50 years ago, as well as on hearsay - what someone else heard from a supposed eyewitness. By staging an incident and studying the accuracy of eyewitness accounts, you can see how what people actually see and what people remember seeing might vary.

7. Objective: Study the accuracy of eyewitness accounts PROCEDURE Design and set up a scene to play out in a classroom. The premise is that you are going in to make an announcement. But, in doing so, something or someone will come in, and do something unusual. We will want a reaction from someone “on the inside”, maybe the teacher.

8. One week later, have student teams interview the observers individually. Ask the observers to describe, in detail, what they remember about the staged scene. Have each team report back to class how accurate the observations were. Repeat the interviews at selected intervals (two weeks, one month) after the staged event.

9. Process We will run this in two groups. In your group come up with a plan and be prepared to report back to the bigger group. Choose 3 people to run the “skit” / stunt. The others will be responsible for interviewing the students, in one weeks’ time, so will need to come up with a) questions b) a plan – how many students will each group interview, where, etc.

10. Introduction and Careers Module 01

11. The Definition of Psychology Module 1: Introduction and Careers

12. Psychology The scientific study of behavior and mental processes. –Uses scientific research methods. –Behavior includes all observable behavior. –Mental processes include thoughts, feelings and dreams.

13. Careers in Psychology Module 1: Introduction and Careers

14. Psychologist Need a doctorate graduate degree May take 4-6 years to earn a doctorate in a subfield

15. Clinical Psychologist Diagnose and treat patients with psychological problems Largest number of professional psychologists

35. Basic Research Pure science or research Research for the sake of finding new information and expanding the knowledge base of psychology These psychologists are “academic psychologists” & they work in colleges and universities, conducting basic research. Examples: neuropsychologists, social psychologists, developmental psychologists, cognitive psychologists, experimental or research psychologists.

36. Neuropsychologist Also called biological psychologists or biopsychologists Explore how the brain works Most often work in university/college settings

37. Social Psychologist Explore how behaviors, feelings, and beliefs are influenced by others Study conformity, attitudes, leadership, prejudice, group behavior, etc. Work in the business setting, government, and universities

38. Developmental Psychologist Study the growth or development that takes place from the womb to death Work in senior centers, hospitals, day- cares or universities

39. Cognitive Psychologist Study thought processes including intelligence, problem solving, attention, decision making, language, etc. Work in educational settings and the business world

40. Experimental Psychologist Also called research psychologist Specialize in doing research in any of the other subfields Most work at universities, but some work for the government, or in a business setting

41. Applied Research Research designed to solve specific practical problems These are the psychologists who are interested in solving problems and who do applied research, rather than expanding the scientific knowledge base of psychology

42. Forensic Psychologist Apply law and psychology to legal issues Work in correctional settings, law enforcement, and academic settings

43. Sports Psychologist Explore psychological issues in improving athletic performance Work for sports teams or in private practice

44. Sports Psychology Play “Sports Imports” (5:38) Segment #33 from Scientific American Frontiers: Video Collection for Introductory Psychology (2 nd edition) Saved under favorites, module one.

45. Educational Psychologist Study how humans learn and how to improve the learning process Work in school systems, the government, or at universities

46. Human-factors Psychologist Study how people and machines interact at home and in the workplace Try to minimize frustration and increase safety and production Work in the business world or for the government

47. Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychologist Try to apply psychology to help business and organizations operate Work for the government, business or in academic settings

48. School Psychologist Use psychology to improve the development of children in the school system Are involved in assessments (testing) Work for school systems, the government or universities

49. Consumer Psychologist Study why people buy certain products and not others Work in the business or academic world

50. Rehabilitation Psychologist Help those who have been involved in an accident or have been ill Work in medical rehabilitation centers

51. Health Psychologist Find ways to prevent disease and promote good health Work for health agencies, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and universities

52. Social Worker Only have an undergraduate or masters degree in psychology or social work Work to improve the lives of others Work for the government, schools, and residential facilities

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55. Videos Learner, Applying Psychology in Life and Past, Present, Future http://www.learner.org/resources/series1 38.html?pop=yes&pid=1521#http://www.learner.org/resources/series1 38.html?pop=yes&pid=1521#

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