Psychology Homework
Part 1
a. Describe the three basic systems of memory and the roles they play. Be sure to provide specific examples of how we use each of these systems in our daily lives. Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
b. Describe the methods you use for studying for tests. Which methods seem to work effectively for you? How might interleaving, as described in the video, improve your memory? Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
c. Explain how psychologists can assess the effectiveness of various forms of reinforcement, and describe which form of reinforcement would persist the longest, and why. Your response must be at least 75 words in length
d. Explain your definition of learning, and describe one learning experience you have had using association, consequence, or observation.
Part 2
a. Describe why it is more difficult now more than ever before for humans to make decisions. Be sure your answer includes specific examples and the processes that different parts of the brain go through when making decisions. Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
b. Choose which type of mindset you most identify with, either fixed or growth, and explain how this mindset affects how you feel about your intelligence and abilities. Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
c. Choose one theory of intelligence you learned about from the video and explain why this theory sounds most accurate to you. Be sure to summarize the theory, including the type(s) of intelligence it describes, and why you think this theory is better than the others. Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
d. Describe the development of speech, from infancy to approximately 2 years of age. Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.