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PSYC 461: Cognitive Psychology

School: Towson University

Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 23

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Standardization in Testing: Comparing Scores & Uniformity
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Learn how the process of Standardization in test development ensures a consistent experience for test-takers by defining uniform procedures and establishing meaningful scores. This educational video demonstrates each step visually using sketches to clarify key concepts. Find out why Standardization is the term that best describes this crucial method in test development

The Impact of Experience on Perception: Insights from Vision Research
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This video explores the impact of restored vision, sensory restriction, and perceptual adaptation on perception, highlighting the brain's adaptability and plasticity.

The Birth of Psychology: Wilhelm Wundt and the First Lab (1879)
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Discover the fascinating history of psychology's emergence as a science in this video. Explore the contributions of pioneers like Sigmund Freud, John B. Watson, Wilhelm Wundt, G. Stanley Hall, and William James, and learn how Wilhelm Wundt established the world's first psychology laboratory in 1879.

René Descartes and Reflexes: Understanding Nerve Pathways in Our Body
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Uncover the philosophical origins of nerve pathways and reflexes. Discover how René Descartes shaped our understanding of the body's automatic responses. Differentiate his contributions from other famous thinkers.

Differences in Concrete and Formal Operational Thinking
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This video explores Jean Piaget's theories of child development, specifically focusing on Concrete Operational and Formal Operational Thinking stages and illustrating their distinctions through the Pendulum Experiment.

DSM-5: The Dynamic Guide to Mental Disorders
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Explore the importance of the DSM-5 in psychology and psychiatry, serving as a comprehensive diagnostic tool. Understand its role in ensuring consistent diagnoses, guiding treatments, and its impact on research and insurance. Witness the DSM-5's evolving nature and its role in reducing stigma.

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