PSYC305 History and Systems of Psychology
Week 1 Forum
The Week 1 Forum has two parts. Include both parts in a single forum posting, with labels for each part so everyone can see where Part 1 of your forum ends and Part 2 begins.
Part I
Introduce yourself to the class. Who are you? Where are you from and where are you currently living? What is your interest in the course? Identify three learning goals you want to achieve in completing PSYC305.
Part II
The history of any subject is of great importance in the process of analysis. What is gained by studying the history of psychology? Discuss why psychology can be described both as a science and as a non-science. Include in your answer the characteristics of science that some psychologists are unwilling to accept while studying humans.
In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.
PSYC305 History and Systems of Psychology
Week 2 Forum
For this week’s forum, we will be exploring the relationship between the mind and body. Watch the video MONISM VS DUALISM & PSYCHIATRY – DENNET & SEARLE
at the web address http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9XzGz6N25Q&feature=pyv&ad=6437202115&kw=dualism%20and%20monism and reference the course textbook to respond to the following:
For many centuries, philosophers have attempted to answer questions regarding the roles of the mind and body and their interactions with each other. Provide an analysis of the debate between the theories of dualism and monism. Choose the theory you believe to be most credible. Support your perspective with research and everyday examples.
In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.
PSYC305 History and Systems of Psychology
Week 3 Forum
This week we examine the history of the physiological influence within psychology, including the concept of psychophysics and Galton’s genetics.
Watch the Thin Brains and Depression video at https://youtu.be/CooVrDohGuc.
Discuss the ways in which the understanding of biology has affected and continues to affect the practice of psychology today. What are the advantages and controversies surrounding this understanding?
Include at least three everyday examples that you have observed. Try to avoid being too general or providing “just common sense” examples which anybody might know without taking this course. Link the everyday examples to concepts from your assigned readings to date. For each example, provide media content (video web links, charts or graphs etc.) to further illustrate your point.
In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.
PSYC305 History and Systems of Psychology
Week 4 Forum
In Week 4, we learn about different theories of personality development. There are many theorists who believe that personality development is solidified in early childhood, whereas others view the potential for significant personality change throughout one’s childhood and adult life.
In this forum, explain your position on personality development. How do you see personality? Of the theorists we discussed this week, which seems to fit with your view of personality formation? Which concepts or stages do you find most similar to your view?
In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.
PSYC305 History and Systems of Psychology
Week 5 Forum
John Watson’s behaviorism significantly impacted the world of psychology. Watch the John Watson Little Albert video above from https://youtu.be/Xt0ucxOrPQE
Identify two areas in the practice of psychology where behaviorist treatment is valid. Support your opinion with at least two everyday examples for each area.
In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.
PSYC305 History and Systems of Psychology
Week 6 Forum
This week we discuss psychology and its more recent ideas about the causes of human behavior, including Gestalt, Neobehaviorism and Freud. Freud’s work is a popular topic of discussion in the field of psychology. While most do not accept his work as ‘scientific,’ many of his principles and theories are considered valid.
Watch the Id, Ego and Super Ego video at https://youtu.be/y_KztSDMNus and assigned reading about Freud’s ideas.
Identify two of Freud’s principles or theories that you believe are valid. Support your perspective with at least three examples.
In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.
PSYC305 History and Systems of Psychology
Week 7 Forum
In Week 7, we examine the advances in psychology including neuropsychology, the cognitive revolution, and the ethics that guide them.
Watch the Reading Your Mind video at https://youtu.be/8jc8URRxPIg
1. What ethical issues arise from this investigative practice? In your forum, include a discussion of the woman in India found guilty of a crime with little evidence except a brain scan. Could this method be used in the United States in the near future? Why or why not?
2. Discuss the ways in which the understanding of biology/genetics has affected and continues to affect the development of ethical laws and moral standards within the field of contemporary psychology. What are some of the controversies surrounding this understanding? Provide specific examples.
In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.
PSYC305 History and Systems of Psychology
Week 8 Forum
Throughout the course, we have examined the history and of psychology and how it has influenced the current practice of psychology.
In this forum, reflect on what you have learned by responding to the following questions:
1. What impact might history have on the future of the field of psychology?
2. What are the three most important concepts you have learned in the class? How do you think these will be helpful to your future career goals?
3. What tools and insights can you apply from the course to make positive change in your life?
In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.
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