Unit 2: History, Approaches & Research Methods
History, Approaches
Textbook: Chapter 1 Overview: Psychology has evolved markedly since its inception as a discipline in 1879. There have been significant changes in the theories that psychologists use to explain behavior and mental processes. In addition, the methodology of psychological research has expanded to include a diversity of approaches to data gathering. & Research Methods Textbook: Chapter 2 Overview: Psychology is an empirical discipline. Psychologists develop knowledge by doing research. Research provides guidance for psychologists who develop theories to explain behavior and who apply theories to solve problems in behavior. Additional vid lecture on Statistical Significance https://www.educreations.com/lesson/view/statistical-significance/11450209/?ref=app |
Venus and Serena Williams Nature vs Nurture http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/09/09/good-question-are-athletes-born-or-built/