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Higher education psychology simulations
Virtual Human Brain Dissection
This is a virtual dissection alternative that allows students to dissect a 3D human brain, record observations, answer analysis questions on the observations and label a sheep's brain with the synonymous human brain structures. The analysis questions are mixed formats between direct questions and critical thinking concluding questions. This activity can be completed completely online or printed out for in-person instruction. It is meant to serve as an alternative method to performing a dissectio
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Engaging Sociology Simulation! (Activity, worksheets, directions, suggestions)
I believe this to be the best lesson I have ever created! I hope you enjoy it, too.It includes a slideshow to guide students through the 4 day simulation, 4 worksheets (1:1/Google compatible), a teacher instruction guide, and a printable map of the hypothetical island.The simulation asks students, divided into life rafts, to crash land on an island and attempt to start a society from scratch. Who will govern? What will the rules be? How are they enforced? Who enforces them? How will students res
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Psychology Full Course Bundle- Everything you need for an engaging year!
Arctic Survival Activity (For Team-Building, Group Dynamics, and Personality)
This cooperative learning activity pits learners and their groups against survival experts to see if they can survive a plane crash in the arctic. Will they make more sound decisions individually, or as a group? How do groups reach consensus? What sort of identities, personalities, or traits tend to dominate group discussion or group activities? These questions and more lie underneath the surface of a classic and beloved classroom activity!These topics and more are broached in this product, whi
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Full Year of U.S. Government and Civics Essentials Bundle
Psychology Motivation Survey (Need for Achievement, Power, and Intimacy)
This ZIP file (which contains an editable Microsoft Word document as well as a PDF version) is a survey is designed to be used during a motivation and emotion unit in an AP Psychology or Psychology course. Students take a 15 question survey that measures whether they rank low, moderate, or high in their Needs for Achievement, Power, and Intimacy. Questions are based on research behind each of the three needs. Scoring rubric is included. By purchasing this file, you agree not to make it publi
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
The Tragedy of the Commons Simulation (Slides, Worksheet, Instructions)
This engaging and fun game demonstrates very clearly the concept of the "Tragedy of the Commons" in a fun game followed by a quick class slides presentation. The product includes the class slides that walk the class through the simulation, a teacher instructions guide, a student worksheet for following along with the game, and a pdf print-out to create the "slips of paper" used in the simulation.This game is a class favorite that creates a lasting memory of our inclination towards competition ov
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Psychology Methods: Flawed Survey Activity (Volunteer Bias/Interviewer Effect)
In this activity activity/mini-lesson students discover through a hands-one experience the many potential flaws of conducting research in Psychology or consumer surveys. This lesson is designed around a purposely flawed survey on dental hygiene and cavities - a topic that will magnify research flaws such as the interviewer effect or volunteer bias. Students begin the lesson by anonymously taking the survey (to avoid any uncomfortable situations for students self-conscious about dental hygiene).
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Psychology Final Exam
This 40-page document contains a final exam for a Psychology course, covering each of the nine units of instruction. The exam contains the following:-- 100 multiple-choice questions-- 2 separate free response questions; each containing a scenario in which students must apply 7-8 concepts to the prompt-- an answer sheet for students to write their answers (if you don't want to use a scantron)-- answer key which also lists which unit each question is from-- a unit assessment graph for students to
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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"Find the Communist!" A McCarthy Era Red Scare Role-Playing Activity
Synopsis of activity:This role-playing activity is meant to simulate the uncertainty and fear that gripped America in the 1950s. The activity involves holding a “town meeting” for the purpose of finding any communists in the community. This activity is fun and brings high energy to the classroom.This is a great companion to a lesson about McCarthyism, the 1950s Red Scare, or with an ELA unit on Arthur Miller’s The Crucible.Role of the teacher:When the students walk in, explain to them that the
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Psychology Behaviorism Perspective Fun Interactive Class Demonstration Activity
Psychology Behaviorism Perspective Fun Interactive Class Demonstration Activity includes a materials needed, lesson plan, behavior analysis worksheet, example photos. *email example is also available*This is a quick and fun FOOD based supplemental activity to demonstrate the Behavior Perspective great to use in the Introduction unit.Please email me with any questions at ReadySetLearnSocialScience@yahoo.comIf you would like to get updates on NEW and CURRENT resources...►FOLLOW Me on Teachers Pay
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Sleep Cycles & Stages Analysis - Feat. Sleep Simulation & Napping Tips Analysis
Humans spend one-third of their lives sleeping, but few ever truly understand how sleep cycles and stages work. This lesson is designed not only to engage students, but to teach them essential life-long tips on napping and waking by understanding their sleep stages. Best of all, sell this lesson to students by promising the ability to sleep in class! Through this lesson's sleep simulation challenge, students get to attempt stage one sleep. The sleep simulation ends once the first student experie
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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ADHD Simulator
Looking to spice up your Abnormal Psychology Unit? This ADHD simulator is perfect for you!Students will complete three tasks that involve different symptoms of ADHD (inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity).Students will analyze the impact of external distractions on completing simple proceduresStudents will reflect & discuss their experience in the simulatorThis lesson is always a hit and students remember the symptoms of ADHD with a renewed appreciation for the mental disorder.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Clinical Psychology Case Study Diagnosis & Treatment Plan Lesson: AP Psychology
This interactive lesson engages students in a hands-on exploration of psychological disorders, offering students the opportunity to apply their knowledge from the Clinical Psychology/Abnormal Psychology Unit to practical, real-world scenarios. My students find this lesson engaging as they bridge the gap between textbook learning and real-world application.Through their examination of the included case studies, students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills as they:Identify and as
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Schizophrenia Simulator
Looking to spice up your Abnormal Psychology Unit? This Schizophrenia simulator is perfect for you!Students will complete a choice of three tasks while listening to auditory hallucinationsStudents will analyze the impact of external distractions on completing simple proceduresStudents will discuss their experience in the simulatorThis lesson is always a hit and students remember the symptoms of schizophrenia with a renewed appreciation for the mental illness.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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60 Affirmations for Trauma Survivors, Childhood Trauma Coping Statements
These affirmations for trauma survivors are the perfect anxiety relief coping statements to help manage triggers or big emotions as a result of trauma. Perfect to add to your mirror, put in a lunch box, or keep close to you during moments when you need a positive reminder of your worth. They can be used within the therapy office or as a psychological tool to help clients manage PTSD, anxiety, or slow down panic attacks.✦ INSTANT DOWNLOAD - 60 AFFIRMATIONS FOR TRAUMA SURVIVORS ✦✦ WHAT YOU’LL GET
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Conditioning in Psychology APPLICATIONS Bundle!
Are your students learning about classical and operant conditioning? Schedules of reinforcement? Positive and negative reinforcement and punishment? Modeling, observational learning, PQ4R method? This bundle is the FUN way to APPLY these concepts through a variety of fun scenarios! Each activity provides fun, varied and differentiated ways to apply their knowledge, with the goal of reinforcing and deepening their understanding. My psychology students love these activities and yours will to
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Why Does Government Exist? Lesson Plan Simulation Icebreaker Virtual Learning
This can be used for virtual learning!This lesson is adaptable to just about any situation and students can learn a variety of things depending on what you want and how you present things. It can be used as a simple icebreaker or to achieve the listed objectives. It takes a few moments to figure out how to direct the class and what you don’t say is as important as what you do say when giving direction. It helps to incorporate “prizes”(like candy) to make the class more likely to become competiti
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Five Tricks: A Game for Teaching about Worldview & Intercultural Communication
“Five Tricks” is based on a program designed to explore factors related to communication problems in intercultural situations. It is based on the premise that serious conflicts arise not from major, obvious cultural differences, but from unrecognized minor ones. While playing “Five Tricks” participants experience the shock of realizing that despite good intentions, people interpret things differently in profound ways. Players learn that they must understand and reconcile these differences in ord
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Play the Psychologist: fun applications & review in psychological conditioning
Has your psychology class been studying conditioning...classical, operant, schedules of reinforcement, observational learning, modeling, etc.? Looking for a way to reinforce these various concepts? What's more fun than doing it through make believe and role playing? Students get 6 unique scenarios where a person is frustrated with their situation and are seeking the advice of a psychologist. Students then use their new knowledge to give their best creative advice to help the frustrated per
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Conditioning in Psychology APPLICATIONS Bundle!
Sociology: Norm Violation Activity (Editable)
Pretty much anyone who's taken Intro to Psychology/Sociology in college has had to do the much-dreaded-equally-anticipated NORM VIOLATION ACTIVITY! Now it's your students' turn!This experiential exercise aims to deepen students' understanding of the unwritten rules that govern our everyday interactions and prompt them to reflect on the impact of violating these norms. Students will have the unique opportunity to step outside their comfort zones, intentionally breaking a chosen social norm, and n
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Psychology Experiment on Female Eye Size and Attractiveness
This is an in-class experiment example meant to demonstrate experimental design features and be used during a Research Methods unit in a Psychology or AP Psychology course.The experiment is meant to be conducted first, and then teach students about experimental design, but it could also probably work in reverse order.The general idea is to give students a model example of a basic experiment and how to label its components. Students are broken into two groups. Group 1 is shown pictures of 5 act
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Psychology - Naturalistic Observation Activity - Research Methods
A naturalistic observation can be a very useful. This activity gives students some real life practice in naturalistically observing a group of students and attempting to determine how much time they are spending on task/following the teachers directions and/or listening to the teacher vs. time spent distracted by some sort of electronic device.(phone, Ipad, chromebook…) Included: specific directions, a permission slip for students attain from a teacher willing to be observed, a recording sheet,
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Classical & Operant Conditioning student-led survey for peers in psych class
This is easily and consistently one of my students' favorite activities year after year! Students absolutely love the opportunity to come up with their own survey, then go out into the school to gather responses from their peers! This survey lab reinforces concepts in your psychology class related to classical and operant conditioning, as well as surveys and samples, ethics and the scientific method. In my experience, this activity works best when students can work with a partner (boosts thei
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Conditioning in Psychology APPLICATIONS Bundle!
VIRTUAL Online Brain Games Activity Sheet
This activity sheet uses various public websites to activate different parts of our brains. There are 5 websites that test reaction speed, short-term memory, long-term memory, facial recognition, puzzle solving. Each activity allows the students to play the game and then record their results. There are 2-3 follow-up analysis questions at the conclusion of each activity for students to reflect on their experiences with the game and how it relates to the active part of their brain. Before completi
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Parts of a Neuron: Neural Communication and Reuptake Game
This game gets kids out of their seats and helps them see neural communication in action! Two colors of ping pong balls are recommended, but other items could be substituted. Topics explored include reuptake, receptors, neurotransmitters, dendrites, axon terminal and the synaptic gap.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Neurons and Neurotransmitters Bundle!
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