Below are some links to a variety of websites pertaing to this unit. There's too much for us to cover in class, so feel free to click around and have fun!
Gestalt Psychology
Illusion Contest Winners
Motion Illusion
Tons of Illusions
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Monday, October 10, 2011
Human Eye Webquest
Please use the following websites to complete your Human Eye Webquest.
The Human Eye (site 1)
The Eye Site (site 2)
The Human Eye (site 1)
The Eye Site (site 2)
Subliminal Messages
The widely accepted psychological view of subliminal messages is that the effects (if any) are weak and thus no cause for alarm. They are worthy of research and debate, but certainly not a justification for concern. In the 1980's rock music came under fire for allegedly encouraging devil worshiping through subliminal messages in their music. To listen to some of those music samples, click here.
Disclaimer: I do not believe any of these bands are satanic, nor do I endorse such "lyrics". The key here is to realize how our expectations influence our perceptions. Listen to the music backwards before you look at what it supposedly says. Then judge how your own anticipation of such lyrics changed the way you hear them.
Recent research has focused on how subliminal messages may influence out political attitudes. The following article summarizes research conducted at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem that found that efforts to influence voters attitudes didn't work as planned. Click here to read the article.
Disclaimer: I do not believe any of these bands are satanic, nor do I endorse such "lyrics". The key here is to realize how our expectations influence our perceptions. Listen to the music backwards before you look at what it supposedly says. Then judge how your own anticipation of such lyrics changed the way you hear them.
Recent research has focused on how subliminal messages may influence out political attitudes. The following article summarizes research conducted at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem that found that efforts to influence voters attitudes didn't work as planned. Click here to read the article.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Stanford Prison Experiment
Today you were given an assignment asking you to answer questions about the famous Stanford Prison Experiment. Please use this link to answer the questions.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
What Would You Do?
If you like social psychology, check out ABC's show "What Would You Do?". They create controversial situations in public settings and record the reactions of strangers. For instance, would you defend a couple of gay parents who were being openly bashed in a restaurant for their sexual orientation? You can watch full episodes online here.
Monday, August 15, 2011
Contemporary Psychological Perspectives
In our first unit we will be touching on the various perspectives or "schools" of psychology. This assignment can seem overwhelming because it is all new information. At least one of the perspectives of psychology will be in almost every chapter we discuss over the year. The packet you have now is just to introduce you to the concepts we will be using all year. When completing this please draw information from your textbook and the following website.
Perspectives of Psychology
Due Wednesday, August 17th.
Perspectives of Psychology
Due Wednesday, August 17th.
Book Companion Website
Our textbook does not have an online edition, however, it does have a companion site. Use the link below to access a full glossary, tutorials and flashcards.
AP Psychology Book Companion Site
AP Psychology Book Companion Site
Friday, August 5, 2011
Welcome Back!
Hope everyone had a nice summer! I'm really looking forward to the upcoming school year. Please use this blog as a way to stay connected to our class' activities and topics. I'll also post extra credit opportunities if they arise, supplemental reading materials for class, and AP testing information.
Please be sure you have the summer reading assignment completed and with you on the first day of school.
See you soon!
Please be sure you have the summer reading assignment completed and with you on the first day of school.
See you soon!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
What score do I need on the AP Exam?
If you're wondering what you need to make on the AP Psychology exam to receive credit at any college/university, click here to search.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Jani's Journey
January Schofield is a young girl who has been diagnosed with childhood onset schizophrenia. Her story is truly fascinating. Below is a link to her father's blog which tells the story of her early years. Please take the time to read through her family's struggle.
http://www.janisjourney.org/
http://www.janisjourney.org/
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
A brief history of the treatment of mental illness
This is an interesting article on the changes over time to the mentally ill, from lunatics to patients. It covers much more than we have time to in class.
If you're interested in this kind of stuff I have a book in my room called Gracefully Insane that I would recommend.
If you're interested in this kind of stuff I have a book in my room called Gracefully Insane that I would recommend.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Stages... not ages.
Please remember that your "Stages Story" is due on Monday. Here's a refresher in case you've been gone.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Registration for the AP Exam
Monday is the last day to register for the AP Exam. If you're worried about payment please see Ms. Howard in the counseling office to discuss your options.
Register here https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/181425
Register here https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/181425
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