PreparED Study Materials
PSY 31400: Introduction to Learning
School: Purdue University
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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
Primary Visual Cortex (V1): Decoding Our Visual Brain
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Explore the essential role of the primary visual cortex, Area V1, in processing our visual world. Understand its location in the occipital lobe and its interactions with structures like the thalamus. Uncover the intricate stages that make vision possible.
Decoding Color Afterimages: Unraveling Hering's Opponent-Process Theor
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Uncover the mystery behind reversed-color afterimages and how our eyes decode them. Explore the role of cones and the importance of Hering's opponent-process theory. Break down other vision theories and their relevance to our color perception.
Mastering Memory: Effortful Processing Techniques for Deep Understandi
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Explore the techniques of effortful processing to improve memory retention and understanding. Learn strategies like chunking, mnemonic devices, and spaced repetition. Understand the essence of actively engaging with material for lasting knowledge.
Altruism: The True Essence of Unselfish Concern for Others
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Explore key terms related to unselfish concern for others' well-being. Understand the nuances between altruism, bystander intervention, and assuming responsibility. Conclude with the definitive answer to the concept embodying selfless concern.
Deism Explained: Enlightenment Belief in a Non-Intervening Creator
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Explore the tenets of deism, a philosophical perspective from the Enlightenment that emphasizes belief in a creator who doesn't intervene in the universe's affairs. Delve into its rise alongside scientific inquiry and its influential proponents, such as Paine, Jefferson, and Franklin.