PreparED Study Materials
PSYC 412: Experimental Psychology: Human Learning and Memory
School: Northern Illinois University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 11
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Videos
What are newborn abilities and how do researchers explore them?
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This video explores newborns' reflexes, sensory perceptions, motor skills, and research methods for studying their cognitive development.
Why Operational Definitions are Pivotal in Reporting Research Findings
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Unpack the significance of operational definitions in research. Learn how these clear explanations of variables ensure study replicability, boost reliability, and fortify credibility. Understand their pivotal role in standardizing scientific studies.
Heather Sellers: Sensation vs. Perception in Face Blindness
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Explore the unique perspective of accomplished author and professor Heather Sellers as she shares her journey with prosopagnosia, a condition that highlights the distinction between sensation and perception. Discover how her fully functional sensory organs contrast with impaired cognitive processes, shedding light on the intricate relationship between sensing and interpreting the world around us.
First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Intro to Psychology: Pioneers of Early Mind Exploration
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Explore the fascinating history of psychology, from its ancient roots in Greek, Egyptian, and Chinese thought to modern neuroscience. Join us on a journey through the groundbreaking theories and experiments of pioneers like Freud, Jung, Watson, and Maslow. Discover how psychology has evolved into a diverse field that continues to unravel the complexities of the human mind and behavior.
Frequency Theory Explained: How We Perceive Pitch Through Vibrations
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xplore the core concept of Frequency Theory and its role in auditory perception. Learn how the pitch we perceive ties to the vibration rates of the basilar membrane in our cochlea. Unravel the intricacies of how sound waves affect our hearing process.
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.













