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EXAM 2 lesson 5 final

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  • Why is psychology considered a science rather than a humanity?
    Psychology uses empirical methods like experiments and data to understand mental processes, even though it studies human experience and behavior.
  • Why is psychology classified as a social science?
    It studies human behavior and social interactions using scientific methods, combining people and science.
  • Why is psychology also seen as a natural science?
    Because it studies the biological and physiological processes underlying behavior, such as brain and body functions.
  • What does it mean that psychology is a bridge science?
    Psychology integrates biological, psychological, and social perspectives, bridging natural and social sciences.
  • What makes the psychology major unique?
    Its interdisciplinary approach combines scientific methods with understanding human behavior and mental processes.
  • List the five core goals for psychology major programs (APA version).
    1) Knowledge base in psychology 2) Scientific inquiry and critical thinking 3) Ethical and social responsibility 4) Communication skills 5) Professional development.
  • What skills do employers prefer psychology majors to have?
    Critical thinking, research methods, communication, data analysis, and an appreciation for human diversity.
  • What are three benefits of majoring in psychology?
    Transferable skills, diverse career options, and a strong foundation for graduate study.
  • What tasks do undergraduate research assistants typically perform?
    They assist with data collection, literature reviews, and supporting research projects under faculty supervision.
  • What does psychological literacy include?
    Knowledge of psychology vocabulary, scientific thinking, ethical behavior, effective communication, respect for diversity, and applying psychology to real-world issues.
  • Name five transferable skills employers seek from psychology majors.
    Resourcefulness, detail orientation, good writing, excellent communication, and being articulate.
  • Why is the psychology major a good choice despite not being a professional degree?
    It produces well-rounded citizens with psychological literacy and skills like critical thinking, communication, and research, leading to good job and education outcomes.
  • What are the three types of skills psychology majors should possess according to O'Hare and McGuiness?
    Thinking skills, self-management skills, and corporate management skills.
  • What are the top six reasons new collegiate hires are fired (Gardner, 2007)?
    Unethical behavior, lack of motivation, inappropriate tech use, failure to follow instructions, lateness, and missing deadlines.
  • Who qualifies as part of the 'psychology workforce'?
    People with a bachelor's degree in psychology who work in roles related or unrelated to psychology but benefit from understanding human behavior.
  • What is 'task significance' in the workplace?
    The perception that your work helps others, which is strongly linked to feeling that your work is meaningful.
  • What are the five core goals for psychology majors (plain-language version)?
    1) Understanding behavior 2) Applying scientific methods 3) Developing critical thinking 4) Gaining research skills 5) Preparing for diverse careers.
  • What are the 12 transferable skills from psychology majors listed in the reading?
    Resourceful, detail oriented, good writer, excellent communicator, articulate, enthusiastic, action oriented, process oriented, strategic thinker, organized, excellent public speaker, good listener.
  • What skills do employers look for according to Kuther (2013)?
    Critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, information evaluation, appreciation of diversity, continued learning, innovation, and real-world application.
  • What does a quality undergraduate education in psychology prepare students for?
    Being a critical thinker, lifelong learner, and informed citizen, not professional psychologist training.

  • Generally, undergraduate students find one of three kinds of psychology-related internships. What are they?

    1. Clinical: usually like a mental health technician job. You may assist clinicians, but you probably won't oversee therapy.

    2. Social services: working with children, mental health clients, or special needs populations.

    3. Business or human resources: working in a company setting or an HR unit.

  • What are the trade-offs involved in having a psychology-related internship? THAT ARE GOOD ?

    Good:

    • You find out if you like the work

    • You get a realistic preview and networking contacts

    • You apply what you learned and build professional skills

    • You might earn course credit or a little pay

  • What do undergraduate teaching assistants do?

    • They help students, create materials or activities for a course, or run review sessions.

    • You can volunteer or do it for elective credit.

    • You are not the teacher in charge, and you won't grade much, if at all.

    • Not every course uses undergrad TAs. Ask faculty who taught courses you liked.

  • What are the trade-offs involved in having a psychology-related internship? THAT ARE BAD?

    Not so good:

    • Hard on people with jobs or other obligations that limit flexibility

    • Some require travel or turn into more work than expected

    • You may need unexpected purchases, like professional clothing

    • They're hard to find

    • If handled badly or if they disrupt coursework, they can delay graduation