400/450 3 paragragh essay
Choose only ONE question per topic, and write a coherent, well-organized essay, using concepts from the text of no less that 400-450 words (Three full Paragraphs) that responds to the question in its entirety. Following direction from section 5 (grading system) of syllabus–write clearly, include what you have learned in this unit without copying, cite your source, and apply the concept learned to the topic chosen. Read directions carefully and cover all aspects in a logical, well-organized essay.
- For full credit, remember to use a quote and list the textbook as reference at the end.
- Respond to two other student”s AP’s.
- You will need to post your AP first before you will see other students work.
Here are this units options:
- After watching the video of ( (The Seven Sins of Memory ) by Dr. Daniel Schacter, Professor of Psychology at Harvard University, discuss three ways “memory tricks us” as he describes this. Connect this to situations in your own life. (Remember to quote your reference). Read a summary of his presentation by clicking here: http://www.apa.org/monitor/oct03/sins.html (Links to an external site.) Base your information on this week’s readings, video and textbook.
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- After watching the video Techniques to Enhance Learning and Memory by Nancy D. Chiaravalloti: TEDxHerndon, use the information you have learned in this video and the textbook to write a “tips” flyer on how to encode, store, and retrieve information. Include methods to help build memory. Be sure to use a format and language (with examples) that ordinary students will understand and find useful.. Remember to quote your reference.Remember to quote your reference. And make sure you have equivalent to three paragraphs of information just like a regular AP.
This unit we are studying the models and biological basis of memory. This will also include topics on what changes memory, memory distortions and what causes forgetting. In this class you do not have to memorize material, however in future classes, particularly if you transfer to UC system or nursing/medical school you will have to memorize a lot of details. This Chapter textbook and videos includes tips for improving memory (Mnemonic Devices), as well as other principles in the chapter, that may help you in your education for the future. Watch the following video explaining methods of techniques to improve memory particularly for individuals with medical or mental disorders that interfere with memory.
See: Techniques to Enhance Learning and Memory | Nancy D. Chiaravalloti | TEDxHerndon
Dr. Chiaravalloti discusses the learning process and techniques that have been shown to improve learning and memory in healthy persons. She walks through the evidence demonstrating these techniques to additionally be helpful to persons with Multiple Sclerosis and Traumatic Brain Injury. (TEDxTalks)
Techniques to Enhance Learning and Memory | Nancy D. Chiaravalloti | TEDxHerndon – YouTube
Dr. Daniel Schacter, Professor of Psychology at Harvard University, is a premier investigator/researcher in the area of memory. He also has written a book called The Seven Sins of Memory: How the Mind Forgets and Remembers. He summarized his work on memory and how it can trick us. In a conference, he presented this information at the American Psychological Association Annual National Convention in 2003. Read a summary of his presentation by clicking here: http://www.apa.org/monitor/oct03/sins.html (Links to an external site.)
As you read this article, keep in mind that “sin” is not to be understood in its theological sense.
See Dr. Daniel Schacter discussing his research on memory and key points of this book.
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