Discussion Post
Step I:
• Watch the 17 minute TED Talk from one of the most well known and highly regarded scientists who study false memory, Elizabeth Loftus.
Step II:
In your initial post, thoroughly discuss the following:
• Define "false memories".
• Now, create a guide/handout to be distributed to judges and jurors who will be deciding cases based on an eyewitnesses testimony and memory. You should include the following in your guide:
o At least 3 ways memory can be contaminated.
o Ways in which memory can be improved.
• What should the judges and jurors be careful to do?
• Should law enforcement also be provided this guide/handout/training? Why or why not?
• Be sure to use your text and the resources provided and you must include references and citations for full credit.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.