This brief audio message reviews Exam 1 class performance, including overall strengths and key concepts that are well understood, as well areas to grow. This message also includes tips for preparing for future exams. E-mail me with any question

PSY 150 Chapter 3 Feedback

Feb 3rd, 2021 9m 7s

The first 5 minutes of this episode highlights some strengths and areas of insight from the forum on pain and addiction. The last 4 minutes of this episode reviews sleep as a progressive, reversible loss of consciousness, sleep stages, and the

PSY 150 Chapter 2 Feedback

Jan 28th, 2021 10m 6s

In this episode, check out feedback from Chapter 2 on neurons and brain function. E-mail me or come by office hours with any questions!EdPuzzles: myelin sheath and glial cellsForum: limitations of case studiesLearning Activity: clarific

Feedback PSY 150 Chapter 1

Jan 21st, 2021 9m 21s

This brief audio message summarizes feedback from the Learning Activity Chapter 1:-nature vs. nurture-branches of psychology-theories/perspectives in psychology-research methods, especially experimental design

Episode 9: Why Do We Do... What We Do?

Jun 8th, 2020 5m 18s

This week, we explore Chapter 9: Motivation and Emotion. Be sure to have a copy of Maslow's pyramid in front of you so that you can review the different levels as we introduce the needs hierarchy. As always, please ask questions in office hours

Episode 8: Thinking: River Crossing Riddle

Jun 1st, 2020 6m 31s

In this brief episode, we apply psychology concepts to the River Crossing Riddle, including slow thinking strategies (trial and error) and fast thinking strategies (heuristics, or mental shortcuts). We also explore why people fear the wrong thi

Episode 7: Making Memories!

May 22nd, 2020 8m 29s

In this episode, we explore memory as a pervasive force in our everyday lives. What is memory, exactly? How can we improve our recall for key information, from names to psychology terms, using elaborative rehearsal? What are the different types

Episode 6: We Were Born to Learn

May 22nd, 2020 7m 41s

In this episode, explore with me the three major types of learning: classical learning, operant learning, and observational learning. As you listen, follow along with me by writing down key vocabulary. Then, come up with your own examples for e

Episode 5: The Forest Has Eyes

May 21st, 2020 5m 1s

In this brief episode, use Bev Doolitte's artwork titled: The Forest Has Eyes to explore sensation vs. perception, how they are separate processes, and how they work together to help us process, interpret, and respond to sensory input.

Episode 4: Development: Nature AND Nurture!

May 21st, 2020 8m 49s

Check out Episode 4: Development: Nature and Nurture for insights into the power of twin and adoption studies as well as a brief exploration of how nature, nurture, and epigenetics influence the development of traits like anxiety.

Episode 3: What (Exactly) is Consciousness?

May 21st, 2020 7m 16s

In this episode, we explore and connect the study of consciousness to theory and biological psychology using the Global Workspace Model. We consider your conscious experience of your favorite song. Then, we explore the two-track mind, both cons

Episode 2: Neuroplasticity: The Case of Phineas Gage

May 18th, 2020 8m 10s

Check out the timeline below to review key topics in this episode.0:01 - 4:00 - Connect back to Chapter 1, Themes, Zoom Out Nervous System4:00 - 5:00 - What is neuroplasticity? Are our brains relatively fixed or plastic?5:00 - 8:00 - Wh

Episode 1: Psychology 150: Welcome and Theories: Battlefield of Ideas

May 18th, 2020 10m 56s

Review the timeline below for an overview of topics covered in this episode. Spend time creating memories for the names of key theories and thinkers in psychology, as these ideas will serve you well throughout our course!0:01 - 4:00 - What i

Episode 7 Stress and Coping

Apr 5th, 2020 7m 52s

This episode explores the biopsychosocial model, stress, the impact of chronic stress, and three types of coping strategies. Enjoy applying knowledge of stress and coping to your own life this week!

Episode 6: Gender and Sexual Orientation

Apr 3rd, 2020 3m 42s

Explore variations in sexual orientation as well as key terms and ideas around gender identity, including trangender and cisgender. Think about ways we can promote acceptance and reduce discrimination and prejudice around orientation and gender

Gender and Sexuality: Genderbread Person

Apr 3rd, 2020 6m 7s

This episode includes an exploration of biological sex and intersex, as well as concepts related to gender, including schemas, stereotypes, cognitive development theory and social learning theory. Enjoy!

Episode 4: Personality Psychology: Big 5 Traits

Mar 30th, 2020 5m 39s

In this episode, we explore the Trait Theory and Big 5 traits using the acronym OCEAN or CANOE. We also discuss how twin studies can help psychologists explore the nature-nurture debate: Are personality traits more influenced by nature or nurtu

Personality Psychology: Freud's Ideas

Mar 30th, 2020 5m 37s

Check out this brief podcast exploring personality from Freud's view - including psychoanalytic theory, personality structure with competing id, ego and superego, and finally, most useful to modern-day study of personality and health, learn abo

Social Psychology Episode 2: Why Stereotypes and Prejudice Persist

Mar 29th, 2020 5m 24s

In this episode, we explore the cognitive and emotional biases that help explain why stereotypes and prejudice persist. Keep an open mind as you explore the social world like a psychologist. How can we work together to reduce stereotypes, preju

Social Psychology Intro: The Cookie Thief

Mar 22nd, 2020 4m 39s

In this podcast, we will explore social thinking, attribution theory, and the fundamental attribution error using Valerie Cox's story The Cookie Thief.What sources of information do we use to form snap judgments? When we explain others beh

Episode 6: Motivation

Mar 2nd, 2020 3m 21s

This episode provides an overview of Chapter 9 key topics and summarizes a new way to share and teach each other in the forum. I share a few tips for managing negative emotions common to student life and some tips on mindful breathing. Enjoy!

Episode 5: Learning

Feb 9th, 2020 3m 5s

We were born to learn! As you listen to this brief episode, contrast the three major forms of learning (classical, operant, and observational). During the last minute of the podcast, check out the Three Good Things Practice and consider how you

Episode 4: Developmental Psychology!

Jan 26th, 2020 3m 1s

Hey, everybody, this episode contains three major parts: (1) an introduction and welcome to Week 4 material: developmental psychology (2) a reminder about Exam 1 and resources including study guide available for you to focus your exam prep and

Episode 3: What is Consciousness?

Jan 16th, 2020 3m 49s

In this episode, check out the topics we will cover in Chapter 3, and join me in a brief exercise to alter your state of consciousness - mindfulness!

Episode 2: Everything Psychological is Biological

Jan 12th, 2020 3m 4s

During this episode, you will hear about my field of expertise, where cognitive and biological psychology meet! You will hear themes, including the overarching idea that everything psychological is ultimately biological. You will also learn abo