3 Period - IB Psychology-IB Psychology Assignments

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Write a structured response using the CER format (Claim, Evidence, Explanation).

Claim:

Make a clear argument answering the question
Address “to what extent” (e.g., strongly, partially, with limitations)
Evidence (2 pieces required):

Baumgartner et al.
Kosfeld et al.
Explanation:

Explain how each piece of evidence supports your claim
Use appropriate psychological terminology (e.g., oxytocin, trust, biological approach)
Go beyond summary—make the connection clear

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Using what you have learned about schema theory, stereotype formation, and the dual process model, work with your assigned partner to create a short slideshow (4–6 slides) that applies psychological thinking to real-world conflict in your community. Full instructions, slide-by-slide guidelines, and success criteria are available in the linked Google Doc below. Please open it before you begin.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Instructions: Over the break, you will find one real advertisement and analyze it using Cialdini's principles of compliance. This is an individual assignment completed in the attached Word document.

Find one advertisement (TV, social media, print, billboard, podcast, etc.)
Take a screenshot, photo, or note the link
Complete all three parts of the document
Be ready to present your advertisement when we return
This will count as a communication and contribution grade. You will briefly share your advertisement and analysis with the class, so make sure your responses are clear enough to present aloud.

Questions? Email me before break.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Enter your group’s raw data only into the shared spreadsheet. Each group member should carefully input the results exactly as they were recorded during your experiment.


Do not calculate or add any descriptive statistics (such as means) or inferential statistics at this time. We will complete those steps together in the next part of the lesson.


Before submitting your data, double-check that:

Your values are entered in the correct column or row.
You have not edited or deleted any other group’s data.
Your goal for this step is simply to ensure that the raw experimental data is accurate and complete.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

In your group of four, use the shared Slide deck to design your Learning and Cognition class practical.

Your Slide deck must include:

• A clearly operationalized research question (IV and DV identified)
• A focused aim
• An experimental hypothesis and a null hypothesis
• A detailed procedure including design, sampling method, controls, and ethical considerations

Your work should reflect precise use of IB psychological terminology and careful attention to validity and experimental control.

We will exchange and provide structured peer feedback during the next class period, so your draft should be complete and ready for review.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Position 1: Digital technologies have a largely negative impact on cognition in young people.

Eliana
Alton
Henry
Brandon
Nyela
Natalie

Position 2: Digital technologies have a largely positive impact on cognition in young people.

Helen
Christina
Ying
Scarlett
Noah
Ella

Instructions: After watching all group presentations on the hippocampus, amygdala, and cerebellum, respond to the following question in a well-structured written response.

Question: Discuss how research into the biological correlates of memory supports a reductionist perspective to understanding human behavior.

Length

One well-developed paragraph (approximately 8–10 sentences).
Quality and clarity matter more than length.
Your paragraph must:

Refer to at least TWO research studies NOT presented by your group during the presentations
Explain how localization of brain function supports a biological explanation of memory
Identify and explain one limitation of a reductionist approach to memory
Use correct psychological terminology
Be written in clear, complete sentences
A strong paragraph will:

Accurately describe relevant biological research
Clearly link studies to specific memory functions
Explain how this research supports a reductionist perspective
Include a limitation that shows awareness of complexity (for example, interaction between brain regions or the influence of non-biological factors)
Writing Frame

You may use the following structure to help organize your paragraph:
Sentence 1: Define the reductionist perspective in relation to memory
Sentences 2–5: Use two studies to explain how specific brain regions are linked to memory functions
Sentences 6–7: Explain how this research supports a biological explanation of memory
Sentences 8–9: Identify and explain one limitation of a reductionist explanation

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

For this week's media literacy lesson, please submit one health or wellness claim you found online or on social media.

You may upload a screenshot, share a link, or describe the claim if an image is not possible.
Your submission will help us build real-world examples for our class fact-checking activity.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

https://go.parlayideas.com?invite_code=ym8QGYI6J

Read pages 58-63 and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Given the current ethical standards in psychology, why would the experiment be denied by an Institutional Review Board?

Provide three reasons why you would deny the research study.
Be prepared to share the study and your reasons and evidence with the class.
All group members have a speaking role if your group is called on to share.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read pages 54-57 and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Directions for Group Coding & Thematic Analysis:

Read the transcript carefully as a group.
Highlight or underline meaningful phrases (initial codes).
Group related ideas to form 2-*3 themes (e.g., “Academic Pressure”).
For each theme, select one or two direct quotes that serve as evidence.
Be ready to share your themes and supporting quotes with the class.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

In your notebook:

Write your research question and three open-ended interview questions.
Take brief notes about what you noticed during your partner interview (for example, tone, reactions, or bias).
Submit a photo of your notebook pages here in Google Classroom to earn credit and show your work.
Then complete the reflection and connection questions below and be prepared to share your responses with the class.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

What to Do:
1. Work with your table group.
2. Create a Google Form survey with at least 5 questions (you can add more if needed).
3. Share your survey with classmates to collect responses.
4. Put your results into a table and make at least one graph (Google Docs/Sheets OR hand-draw and take a photo).

5. Create a Google Slideshow with:
Group members names
Your aim (what you wanted to measure)
Your survey questions
Your data table and graph (bar graph, line graph, histogram, scatterplot)
Your analysis (patterns/trends you noticed)
Reflection answers to these questions:
1. What was challenging about designing your questions?
2. What was challenging about graphing your data?
4. What were the strengths and limitations of your measurement method?
5. Is there anything you would do differently? Why?
What to Turn In:

Google Form link
Graph (Google Doc/Sheet or photo of graph)
Google Slideshow

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Create 5-6 slide presentation on your assigned method. Include:

Definition/Description – What is the method? What kind of data does it produce?
Application in Psychology – Give one example of a study in psychology that used your method.
Strengths – At least two.
Limitations – At least two.
Concept Connection – Link your method to at least one IB concept (bias, causality, change, measurement, perspective, responsibility).
Be prepared to present for 4-5 minutes to the class.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the assigned section(s) and remember to take quality notes in your spiral notebook.

Read the attached PDF, pages 1-9: The Need for Psychological Science. Remember to take quality notes on the assigned pages in your notebook. The textbook includes focus questions and key terms to guide your reading and note-taking.

Read the case study carefully and look for evidence that connects to the following psychological perspectives:

Behavioral: What behaviors were learned, reinforced, or punished? How did her environment shape her actions?
Biological: What role did genetics, brain chemistry, hormones, or medication play in her mental health?
Cognitive: What thoughts, beliefs, or perceptions influenced her feelings and behavior?
Sociocultural: How did family, religion, culture, or social roles shape her experiences and decisions?

Read the attached PDF, pages 1-17: Today’s Psychology and Its Approaches. Remember to take quality notes on the assigned pages in your notebook. The textbook includes focus questions and key terms to guide your reading and note-taking.

Read the Course Syllabus carefully with your parent/guardian.
Discuss the policies, expectations, and important dates listed.
Complete the Google Form linked in this assignment.The form must be filled out by both you and your parent/guardian to confirm you have reviewed the syllabus together.
Submit the form no later than Friday, August 15 to receive credit.

Respond to the question in 3–5 complete sentences.
Be specific and give at least one real-life example.
After posting, share your response with your elbow partner.
Be ready to share with our response with your elbow partner and the whole class if you feel comfortable.

Please provide a screenshot of your personality test results.