Discipline: Psychology

Operant ExtinctionOperant Extinction

Operant extinction procedures are frequently used effectively in ABA treatment plans. However, as you observed in the interactive media presentation you completed, they can also be incorrectly implemented. This improper implementation can result in unknowingly reinforcing the very behavior we want to decrease. As a future ABA professional, it is important for you to learn […]

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Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the following nonexperimental research methods: (a) naturalistic observations, (b) surveys, and (c) correlational studies. If you were asked to use one of these designs in a study next week, which nonexperimental design would you select and why?

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In your own words, define naturalistic observation. Discuss examples of when a naturalistic observational study would be the most appropriate design to select. What are two sources of bias during an observation period?

Informed Consent and DebriefingInformed Consent and Debriefing

Psychology students need the ability to create informed consent and debriefing forms that adequately state the purpose of studies to the participants in an ethical manner. In your capstone class (your last class), it is an expectation that you have a created a consent and debriefing form for your research proposal. It could be beneficial […]

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Discuss what stage in the publication process should potential authors talk about publication credit. Explain. Describe how the sections of a poster, for presentation, are organized.

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Discuss the proper placement and usages of a table and a figure within the manuscript. Define the four general writing guidelines using APA style. Why is it important to write using these guidelines when communicating your study? Explain.

Memory Improvement AnalysisMemory Improvement Analysis

Research into memory processes is an ongoing field. In this assignment you will apply the concepts of memory encoding, storage, and retrieval. In 750-1,000 words include the following in your analysis: Compare at least three different methods for improving memory. Discuss why some strategies work over others or why they may not work with certain […]