Final thoughts

The final answer key is now posted under "Test Information."

Due to a majority of people missing several of the same questions, an 8 point curve was added to everyone's final exam grade.

I want to thank you all for a great quarter. I had a lot of fun working with you and greatly appreciate all of the effort that you made. I hope to see you in future classes or just around campus.

Have a safe and happy holiday season!

Final Exam - Tuesday, December 11, 6:00-8:30pm

Just a reminder:

The final exam is required, and will take place in our regular classroom next Tuesday night.

It will consist of 50 points on material covered in lectures and readings since test #4 , and 25 points on concepts presented throughout the quarter.

NOTE: Chapter 14 will NOT be covered on the final, beyond the therapy information given in the lectures.

A review sheet for the most recent material is posted to the right. For cumulative material, I recommend studying your previous tests. The study guides for exams 1-4 are also still posted to the right, under "Test Information."

There will be NO MAKE-UP FINAL EXAMS. I will see you all on Tuesday!

Implicit Association Test

In class this week, we will be talking about social psychology - the basis for how we relate to, and interact with, each other. One topic we will cover is prejudice. In talking about this, we will talk about one research measure - the Implicit Association Test. In order to better understand this test, and get a feel for implicit assumptions and associations that we all make, please try this demonstration of the IAT. If you wish, your results can be contributed to an ongoing research project taking place at universities around the country. If not, that's ok too. You will have the option to decide what is done with your results.

Intelligence worksheet

In lieu of a long lecture on intelligence tonight, I have prepared a worksheet for you to complete. This will be handed out in class, after the test. If you missed the test, please print out a copy to complete. It is mandatory, and worth 20 points.

The activity will explore some theories and concepts of intelligence, as well as some of the methods of measuring intelligence. You will need to read the entire section on intelligence in your text (pp.310-330), as well as think critically and creatively, to fully complete this activity.

You will also need this handout on Gardner's 8 intelligences to complete the worksheet.

We will discuss these topics briefly in class on Thursday. Please have this worksheet ready to turn in at the beginning of class.

Notice for Tuesday

On Tuesday, 11/6, there will be no lecture after the exam.

Notes will be posted Wednesday night for Thursday's class.

The Human Calendar

Interesting story about "AJ," a woman who can remember details from every day for over 2 decades.

How does this relate to what we understand about normal memory function?

Classical conditioning

Bored at work? Try this fun example of classical conditioning from The Office.

Answer key posted

The test 2 answer key can be found in under "Test Information."

Test 2 reminder

Don't forget: test two is on Tuesday. It will cover sensation and perception and states of consciousness.

Bring a scantron and pencil!

Personal account of hypnosis

For many people who have never been hypnotized (including myself), it can be hard to imagine what the state of hypnosis is actually like, and what happens to the subject during the experience.

This personal account by Scott Adams (creator of the cartoon Dilbert) offers a great first-hand account of what happens during hypnosis and what is experienced.

I highly recommend reading this if you hare having a hard time wrapping your head around this particular state of consciousness.

The Amazing Color Changing Card Trick

Thanks to Akos for this great example of change blindness!

Card trick

Will you notice the change? Watch carefully!

Answer key now posted

The answer key for test 1 is now posted under "Test Information."

Reminder: Exam on Tuesday!

The exam will cover chapters 1 & 2 in the book, as well as all lecture material and the syllabus. There is a review guide posted on the right side of this page.

You will need to bring a scantron form and a pencil to class.

The exam will last one hour, after which there will be one hour of lecture.

Practice your critical thinking

This semi-critical article on best-selling The Secret, offers an excellent chance to practice critical thinking.

What message is the author of the article conveying? Do you agree or disagree with it? What questions would you ask?

How to Download and Print PowerPoint Slides

In order to open the file, you need either PowerPoint or a PowerPoint viewer. The computers in the library have PowerPoint if you do not.

• Click the .ppt file and save the slides to your computer.
• To print, open the file, go to the File menu and go to Print.
• In the Print dialog box in the bottom left corner you will see a dropdown box next to “Print What:”.
• Change from 'Slides' to 'Handouts'. On the right you'll see what the handouts will look like (I prefer 6 slides to a page, but you can choose other options).
• Click 'print'.

Welcome to Psychology 110

Please bookmark this website, as you will need to refer to it often for notes, handouts, and refreshers on class policy. Keep on eye on this site for any schedule updates, as well as posts of interest related to psychology.