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PSY/211
ESSENTIALS OF PSYCHOLOGY
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PSY 211 Week 1 A Research Plan
Instructions
Complete the University of Phoenix Material: A Research Plan
Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment.
A Research Plan
Part I – Research Problem
Think about something in psychology that you would be interesting in studying. You can select
a topic from what you’ll be studying in this course or another topic that seems intriguing to you.
Respond to the following in 50 to 75 words:
Identify your research problem and describe it. What about this topic interests you?

Part II – The Scientific Method
Consider the scientific method and complete the following table explaining each step of the
scientific method in your own words. Please use complete sentences to write 25 to 50 words
describing each step.
Step Description
Formulate a testable hypothesis
Select the research method and
design the study
Collect the data
Analyze the data and draw
conclusions
Answer the following questions in about 75 to 100 words each:
How would you use the scientific method in examining your research problem? Be sure to go
over each step of the scientific method in your response.
Which research methodology would you use to examine your research problem? Why? How is
this research methodology different from the other methodologies in psychology?
References
Revised from Ch. 2 of
Carter, K & Seifert, C. M. (2013) Learn psychology. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.

PSY 211 Week 1 Knowledge Check
Instructions
Complete the Week 1 Knowledge Check
Week 1 Knowledge Check
The material presented below is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all you need to know
in the content area. Rather it is a starting point for building your knowledge and skills.
Additional study materials are recommended in each area below to help you master the
material.
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Concepts Mastery Questions
ORIGIN AND
HISTORY OF
PSYCHOLOGY
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MAJOR
PERSPECTIVES
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PSYCHOLOGY
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DESCRIPTIVE
RESEARCH
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Concept: ORIGIN AND HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY
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Materials on the concept
 1.2. The Origins and History of Psychology

 1.1. The Science of Psychology
1.
Parker is majoring in behavioral biology which examines the impact of our physiology on what
we do. His friend thinks that behavioral biology is just copying psychology. Which correct
statement could Parker use to answer his friend's assumption?
 A.
Psychology has roots in biology.
 B.
Only in the last few years has the field of biology started to examine behavior.
 C.
There is no link between behavior and biology.
 D.
The study of biology and psychology have never shared issues of study
2.
The study of psychology is influenced by the study of biology. For example, naturalist Charles
Darwin heavily influenced which classic school of thought in psychology?
 A.
Functionalism
 B.
Structuralism
 C.
Psychoanalytic
 D.
Behavioral
3.

Which of the following is the best reason that psychology should be seen as a science?
 A.
It focuses on important human questions.
 B.
It studies observable phenomena.
 C.
It uses the mind to study itself.
 D.
t uses the scientific method.
4.
Sam was comparing different sciences and noticed something unique about psychology when
compared to the natural sciences. Which of the following might he have noticed?
 A.
Psychologists implement the scientific method much more frequently than most other fields.
 B.
Psychologists focus on studying human health and its preservation.
 C.
Psychologists often use the subject of investigations to perform the investigation itself.
 D.
Psychologist struggle with limitations of prediction while trying to understand behaviors.
Concept: MAJOR PERSPECTIVES IN PSYCHOLOGY
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 1.2. The Origins and History of Psychology
 2.2. Descriptive Research
5.
Danelle loves peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. A functionalist would focus on which aspect
of Danelle's appreciation?
 A.
The components of his experience.
 B.
The reasons he might like the sandwich.
 C.
The unconscious motivations.
 D.
The serotonin ingredients found in the sandwich.
6.
Van is raving about how much he loves peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. A psychoanalytic
psychologist would focus on which aspect of Van's appreciation?
 A.
The components of his experience.
 B.
The reasons he might like the sandwich.
 C.
The unconscious motivations.
 D.
The serotonin ingredients found in the sandwich.

7.
Theo thought that the reason that many dogs spin before they sit down is to be sure they aren't
sitting on anything harmful. He suggests this increases their chance of survival. Theo's
assumption forms the basis of what contemporary perspective of psychology?
 A.
Psychoanalytic
 B.
Evolutionary
 C.
Positive psychology
 D.
Humanism
Concept: DESCRIPTIVE RESEARCH
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 2.2. Descriptive Research
8.
Jane Goodall's studies of chimpanzees in the wild best fit in the descriptive research category
of ______.
 A.
naturalistic observation
 B.

survey
 C.
case study
 D.
experiment
9.
In one study, a girl who had been severely neglected was tested for her language ability. The
best description of this method is ______.
 A.
 B.
survey
 C.
case study
 D.
experiment
10.
Francine completed a questionnaire asking about her texting experiences. This method is
called ______.
 A.
 B.
survey
 C.
case study

 D.
experiment
PSY 211 Week 2 Motivations in Advertising
Instructions
Advertisers and marketers use information about our motivations when they create
advertising campaigns. Find video clips of commercials for a particular product and
identify which motivations are being targeted in the ad.
Create a 350- to 525-word (about 1- to 1 1/2-page) paper about motivation in which you
do the following:
 Summarize the commercial.
 Describe the motivation(s) being targeted in the ad. Also consider which
motivations aren't being targeted.
 Compare the different theories of motivation (instinct, evolutionary, drive, arousal,
incentive, and hierarchal) and explain their relevance, if any, in the advertisement.
Note. Be sure to properly cite any resources you use.
Instructions

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BEHAVIORAL
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MOTIVATIONAL
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Concept: BEHAVIORAL LEARNING THEORIES
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 6.1. How We Learn
1.
Which of these is the best example of classical conditioning?
 A.
Natalia learns to figure skate.

 B.
Eliana's cat salivates whenever it hears the electric can opener.
 C.
Andrea remembers her first kiss.
 D.
Helen copies her mom's lipstick use.
2.
Which of these is the best example of operant conditioning?
 A.
Watching another monkey eat a peanut.
 B.
Salivating when food is in your mouth.
 C.
Putting change in a vending machine to get a drink.
 D.
Sneezing when your nose is tickled.
3.
Which of these is the best example of observational learning?
 A.
A baby learning to crawl.
 B.
Blinking when a puff of air hits your eye.
 C.
Hearing the same story again.

 D.
Seeing how to unlatch the door and doing it.
4.
Which type of learning occurs when a young monkey grows sleepy when it sees the sun set?
 A.
Classical conditioning
 B.
Operational conditioning
 C.
Observational learning
 D.
Cognitive learning
5.
Which of the following is the best example of classical conditioning?
 A.
Emmet enjoys riding his new skateboard.
 B.
Jonah trembles whenever he hears thunder.
 C.
Jill tries to kiss like she saw in a movie.
 D.
Laurent goes camping after enjoying his last trip.
6.
Which of the following is the best example of operant conditioning?
 A.

Seeing someone sneeze and copying him or her.
 B.
Blushing when embarrassed.
 C.
Giving a compliment and receiving a smile.
 D.
Learning to predict when food is served.
7.
Which of these is the best example of reinforcement?
 A.
Getting an “F” on a test after studying well.
 B.
Having an outcome of any kind follow an action.
 C.
Being told the same lesson again.
 D.
Getting an “A” on a test after studying well.
8.
Which of the following is the best example of observational learning?
 A.
When Mary falls, Paul laughs.
 B.
Seeing a pond, Petey throws a rock into it.
 C.

After seeing Mom and Dad argue, Jennifer does the same to get her way.
 D.
After Dad loses his job, Sam cuts back on his spending.
Concept: MOTIVATIONAL THEORIES
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 10.1. Motivational Theories
9.
The urge to avoid a spider is most likely due to ______.
 A.
instinct
 B.
drive
 C.
arousal
 D.
incentive
10.
The urge to protect your child is most likely due to ______.
 A.
arousal

 B.
drive
 C.
evolution
 D.
incentive
PSY 211 Week 3 Development Matrix
Instructions
Complete the University of Phoenix Material: Development Matrix.
Development Matrix
Part I – Developmental Stages
For each developmental domain, physical, cognitive, and social, identify two major changes or
challenges associated with the following stages: childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
Stage of
Development
Physical
Development
Cognitive
Development
Social Development
Childhood
Adolescence
Adulthood
Part II – Developmental Gaps
Respond to the following in at least 150 words:
Demonstrate the interdependence of all the areas of development (physical, cognitive,
and social) by imagining a persons’ behavior with one area missing. Create a scenario

with an area of development lacking and describe the possible results. You may focus
on a specific age or imagine how a later age would be affected by the lack of an area
during an earlier age (e.g., how a lack of cognitive development during infancy would
affect the behavior of an adult).
Revised from Learn Psychology, p. 494
Part III – Nature Versus Nurture
Using your own words, write at least 100 words describing the concept of “nature versus
nurture”:
PSY 211 Week 4 Personality Paper
Instructions
Write at least 350 words in which you consider personality. In your paper, include the
following:
 Describe the different perspectives (psychoanalytic, humanistic, trait, social
cognitive, and biological) on personality
 Explain how changeable or unchangeable you think personality is.
Note. Be sure to include an appropriate introduction and conclusion and properly cite any
resources you use.

PSY 211 Week 4 Depression Brochure
Instructions
Imagine you work for a small clinic that offers counseling. Recently, a large number of
people have come in wanting to seek treatment for their depression. In order to address
this need, you've been asked to create a brochure that explains depression and its
treatments.
Create a 6- to 8-panel brochure which does the following:
 Defines "psychological disorders" and "abnormal behavior."
 Describes the classification to which depression belongs.
 Differentiates this classification from other classifications of psychological
disorders.
 Describes depression and its symptoms.
 Explains treatment options, including the pros and cons for each type of therapy.
Note. You can use the Brochure Builder to create your brochure and save it as a PDF to
submit or you can create your own brochure using Microsoft Word or another software.
Also, be sure to properly cite any resources you use.
PSY 211 Week 5 Socialization Paper
Instructions
Write a 350- to 525-word (1- to 1 1/2-page) paper in which you consider social behaviors.
In your paper, include the following:
 Describe the various factors that contribute to attitude (affects, behaviors, and
cognitions).
 Explain the role of prejudice, aggression, and attraction in social interaction.
 Explain the influence that groups play on a person's behavior.
 Describe the difference between conformity (shifting your thoughts to align with
someone else's) and obedience (changing because someone tells you to).
 Describe the role of social psychology in the workplace environment. For example,
how can understanding social psychology help you at your place of work?

Note. Be sure to properly cite any resources you use.
Instructions
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ATTITUDE 100%
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GROUP
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Concept: ATTITUDE
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 16.4. Attitudes and Social Judgments
1.

A tendency to judge people, objects, or issues in a certain way.
 A.
Attribution
 B.
Conflict
 C.
Attitude
 D.
Objectivity
Concept: GROUP INFLUENCE ON THE INDIVIDUAL
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 16.5. Conformity and Obedience
 16.7. Group Influence on the Individual
2.
Jerry hates wearing ties because he thinks they are uncomfortable. At his new job, however,
he is expected to wear a tie every day, so he does. His tie wearing behavior is the result of
______.
 A.
social influence
 B.
informational social influence

 C.
normative social influence
 D.
conformity influence
3.
Carlie witnesses a man trip and get injured on the sidewalk. She sees there are a dozen other
people around and decides to keep moving. What influenced her decision?
 A.
The diffusion of responsibility
 B.
Deindividuation
 C.
Social-responsibility norm
 D.
Altruism
4.
Prince is doing a group presentation with eight people in her class. Since so many people are
on the team, he does not feel much pressure to work his best. What may have influenced his
work ethic?
 A.
Deindividuation
 B.
Social facilitation
 C.
Group polarization

 D.
Social loafing
5.
Clark has a huge New Year's brunch every year. He only sends invitations to those who have
invited him to a party in the last year. Clark's invitations are influenced by ______.
 A.
altruism
 B.
reciprocity norm
 C.
social responsibility norm
 D.
informational social influence

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