Psychology Unit 3: Cognition, Language, Problem-Solving, and Intelligence
Psychology Unit 3
ITEM 1: Basic Concepts and Units of Thought
– Cognition: The action and effect of knowing.
– Thinking: The action and effect of thinking.
– Mental Representations: Parts of our knowledge and the main elements of knowledge, such as symbols and signs.
– Category: A class that is a classification of attributes.
– Definition: A mental representation of an event, object, attribute, etc.
– Dialectic: A method to solve problems that are carried out by comparing, contrasting, and opposing facts
Read MoreQualitative Research: Methods, Techniques, and Traditions
Qualitative Research
1. Introduction
c) Pilot studies that, in contrasting ideas and research methods, can develop grounded theories (grounded theory).
d) Thought experiments (what if…) directed to look for logical implications of the characteristics of the phenomena we intend to study.
The concepts used in qualitative research are open and in guidance, subject to continuous transformation. Qualitative research raises the how not the why.
A good design should integrate all the components in harmony.
Qualitative Research in Social Sciences: A Comprehensive Overview
Qualitative Research for Social Work
Introduction
The debate between qualitative and quantitative research approaches has been extensive. However, in our case, we focus on the heuristic potential (inquiry and discovery) of the qualitative perspective. Its distinguishing features are evident among various theoretical lines, particularly symbolic interactionism. We also advocate for the use of specific practices within the framework of traditional methods that have characterized this discipline.
Qualitative
Read MoreUnderstanding Nonverbal Communication: A Comprehensive Guide
Guide Session 3: Nonverbal Communication
Unit 3: Communication
Definition
Communication is the efficient means to interact and communicate effectively with others.
Forms of Communication
There are various forms of communication, including:
- Verbal Communication
- Nonverbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Technological Communication (e.g., chat, phone)
This guide focuses on verbal and nonverbal communication, as they are crucial for forming perceptions.
Axioms of Communication
This section will be added later
Read MoreSocio-Cultural Dimensions of Health Practices & Beliefs
Importance of a Belief System Concerning Health
The spread of self-treatment, self-medication, and reluctance to follow therapeutic and/or medical dietary advice, resistance and/or inability to adopt preventive behaviors are all factors that cannot be explained and understood solely in terms of the efficiency and effectiveness of the health system, its coverage, capacity, or ability to understand and correctly interpret the health needs of users. It is an indicator that generally, people have more
Read MoreLearning and Conditioning
Learning
Learning is the capacity to change behavior based on experience. Learned behavior is a constant change in behavior acquired through experience. Learned behaviors are less rigid and stereotyped than fixed action patterns. Learned behavior is determined by the environment.
Types of Learning
Learning is determined by the environment. There are two main types:
- By association: Associating responses to stimuli. Examples include Classical Conditioning (Watson, Pavlov) and Operant Conditioning (Skinner)