Lesson One (Ms Rose) – Correlation consolidation Link to spec 3.2.3
This task consolidated your understanding of Correlation. correlation-checking-your-knowledge
This will help you to practice your correlation dance moooooves…
You then used this data, to plot a scatter gram. correlation-results-2016
Stretch and Challenge – for those of you that were finished, we then had a go at calculating a correlation coefficient to assess whether our results are statistically significant. We used this to calculate the formula for us. you compared this to the critical values at the back of your research methods workbooks. works-out-correlations-for-you
Prep –
- Complete the correlation section of your research methods work book (p56-62). Due 07.12.16
- Bring in your Biopsychology files for a folder inspection. Due 07.12.16
- Stretch and challenge – Have a look at the NLN materials tutorial on why we calculate correlation coefficients and how to do it. http://xtlearn.net/S/2222 Due 07.12.16
Lesson two (Ms Rose) Generic feedback for Biopsychology / Intro to psychopathology
I gave you some general group feedback on the recent Biopsychology test. I demonstrated the importance of reading the questions carefully and planning your answers. We also looked at just how tight the grade boundaries are and how just 3 marks can be the difference between a C grade and an A grade. Every single mark matters.
We then looked at this PowerPoint and asked ourselves the question, The grinch, antisocial personality disorder or just misunderstood?! christmas-psychopathology-intro
Merry Christmas!
Prep
Complete any outstanding worksheets and your glossary. Bring your file back for another inspection first lesson back after Christmas . Come to lunchtime clinic if you need further support with this. Due 05/01/17
Lesson Two (Miss Burns) – Factors which affect EWT
In today’s lesson we outlined factors which can influence the accuracy of an eye-witness testimony: misleading information. We discussed this with regards to studies by Loftus and Palmer (1974) which looked at leading questions and post event discussion. We then discussed how leading questions can cause false memories through the Loftus & Pickrell (2003) – think of Bugs Bunny at Disney Land!
Todays Lesson>> period-1-factors-infl-ewt
Lesson Three (Miss Burns) Anxiety and EWT
Today we began our lessons by creating a mind map of what we already know about EWT – this will be really useful for revision purposes! 
We discussed the influence of anxiety on EWT, referring to ‘weapon focus’ by Loftus et al (1987). We then outlined the influence of an anxiety filled situation and the repression of memories.
Following this, we were introduced to the Yerkes-Dodson Inverted-U Hypothesis which illustrated the influence of different levels of anxiety on our EWT. Literature outlined the negative influence (Peters, 1988) and the positive influence (Christianson & Hubinette, 1993) of anxiety on EWT.
Todays lesson>> period-6-ewt-and-anxiety
Prep:
- Go to page 91 (2.5) in the Black Mask text book. Make appropriate notes on the evaluation for anxiety as influencing EWT (Due: 6th January)
- Read pages 92-97 in the Black Mask textbook and answer the following questions:
- What is a cognitive interview?
- Name and describe four components of the cognitive interview?
- What is the difference between CI, ECI and MCI?
- What does Memon et al. 2010 suggest about the effectiveness of all types of cognitive interview? (Due: 6th January)
- Answer the following question “Outline and evaluate research into the effects of leading questions on the accuracy of eyewitness testimony” [8 marks] (Due: 6th January)
Prep for Ms Alexander >>> xmas-prep-quantiative-data-analysis Due 6th January
We will be looking at Attachment next – this is an element of developmental psychology -Read ahead Unit 3.1-3.6. The research method we will be focusing on is the ‘observation’ method see p262-264 Black Mask.
Message from Ms Alexander
Well done 🙂 I know that each of you has risen to the challenge of learning a new subject from scratch – you have come so far in such a short time. I am impressed with your enthusiasm, diligence and perseverance. Wishing you all some well deserved peace, joy, rest, relaxation and recuperation this festive season.
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