Homework: Identifying Scientific Methods in Historical Psychology Research
For this Homework, you will watch all five of the historical research videos (listed below), and then select one video to identify basic scientific methods used in psychology. Once you have selected your study (video), complete the Homework Template, which will guide you through writing a cohesive paper. This Homework will provide you with a connection between the major psychology studies and concepts.
Watch each of the following YouTube Videos:
i. "Little Albert"
ii. "ASCH Conformity Experiments"
iii. "Harlow's Monkey Experiments"
iv. "Bandura's Bobo Doll"
v. "Robber's Cave Experiment"
Next, select one the videos, and write a 2 to 4 pages paper (not including Title and Reference pages) addressing the following points:
i. Identify the historical research study (video) you selected from the list above.
ii. Summarize the results of this study and what implications it has with regards to human behavior and mental processes that you have learned.
iii. Describe what this study demonstrated about the scientific method using the information you have learned.
iv. Identify the research method you see demonstrated in the study and explain your reasoning for choosing that method.
v. Do you think this historical research was ethical or unethical? Explain your reasoning using American Psychological Association ethical guidelines described in your reading.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.