By Day 7

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By Day 7

Submit a 1-to 2-page paper that addresses the following:

  • Briefly describe the theory of multiple intelligence you selected.
  • Using the theory you selected, describe the different intelligences you applied throughout your day.
  • Explain which areas of intelligence come naturally to you and which areas could be further developed and why. Be specific and support your conclusions with scholarly literature
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What implications does this have for the relationship between psychology and Christianity?

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1. Entwistle noted that “theological reflection typically focuses more on God’s workings in the world,” while “psychological reflection typically focuses more on the workings of God’s world.” What implications does this have for the relationship between psychology and Christianity?

Explain how Akshat and Rishita’s beliefs were influenced by Western culture. (50-75 words)

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After reading the case study, explain how Akshat and Rishita’s beliefs were formed and maintained. (50-75 words)
Explain how Akshat and Rishita’s beliefs were influenced by Western culture. (50-75 words)
Citing two scholarly sources, explain what lay theories in parenting are. (75-100 words)
Citing two additional scholarly sources, explain some evidence-based practices in parenting. (75-100 words)
Explain some similarities between lay theories in parenting and evidence-based practices in parenting. (75-100 words)
Describe the lay theories about parenting that Akshat and Rishita relied on. (50-75 words)
Explain all the cultural influences on Akshat and Rishita. How did these cultural influences change over time? Why do you think their parenting style had to adapt? (100-150 words)
Notice the roles of father and mother in this case study. Explain how their roles differ from contemporary Western roles of parents. (100-150 words)

Question 1-

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Question 1-

Power Overstretch

Give an example of “power overstretch”; what insights might we take from your example and what generalized hypotheses might you suggest?

Question 2-

Representative democracy is an anachronism in the Web 2.0 world; the correct way to run a polity is by the use of electronic digitized technologies such as crowdsourcing. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Explain.

Describe the presentation you saw or heard during the preparation phase of the assignment.

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  1. Describe the presentation you saw or heard during the preparation phase of the assignment.
  2. Critique the presentation from the perspective of research methodology. Identify at least 3 issues/features that relate to research. Use any of the research concepts from the textbook, presentations, or other course discussion.
  3. Create your own appropriately worded heading (use proper levels of headings) to introduce the kinds of issues/features that you critique.
  4. List the appropriately formatted citation and reference for your source.

Here are examples of the kinds of issues/features you might critique:

  • What was the question being answered or addressed by this research report?
  • What method or methods were used to address/answer the research question?
  • How appropriate and effective the methods seem to be.
  • Are there legal concerns?
  • Are there ethical concerns?
  • Is the research report intended to be generalized? If so, can these results be appropriately generalized to a broader population?
  • Are there issues related to validity or reliability, and if so, how are these issues addressed?
  • Any other issues that you would like to address.
  • You do not need to write about all of the examples above; this list is to give you an idea as to how to begin. You may also write about other issues as well.

Essay 1 Questions

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Essay 1 Questions

 

Answer these questions in essay format, using the instructions provided in the Assignment Instructions folder. Review the Essay 1 Grading Rubric to see how your essay will be graded.

 

  1. Explain how you would evoke a startle response (reflex) using classical conditioning in an unsuspecting friend using an abnormal signal (produces the reflex). Describe your friend’s reflex response and a signal that will produce that reflex response; then choose another signal for the reflex and predict the outcome of using that signal. Clearly label the Unconditioned Stimulus (UCS), Unconditioned Response (UCR), Conditioned Stimulus (CS), and Conditioned Response (CR). Include a description of the setting and process for this hypothetical situation.

 

  1. Describe how you would use operant conditioning, with a program of shaping, to get a messy roommate to make his/her bed neatly. Include and label the antecedent stimulus, response, and reinforcement of the changing program standards, and a method of self-regulation for the roommate.

 

  1. In a hypothetical psychology internship, you have encountered a child with destructive tendencies. She bites herself, her dog, and your bag of supplies. Being afraid for her safety and your own well-being, you institute a plan to change her behavior. Suggest a punishment, with her possible reactions to that punishment. Then, try substituting an alternative behavior by reinforcing an incompatible response. Label the antecedent stimulus for the biting response, Punishment I or II, escape or avoidance, and the reinforcement for the new named response. What do you consider to be the best theory or method for improving this child’s behavior?

 

 

  1. Give an example of a situation where you can model more effective behavior for someone whom you could positively influence. Describe in detail: yourself (the model), the observer, the behavior, and the reinforcement using at least 5 principles of Social Learning Theory.