Final Grades Will Be Available Friday!

Hey there guys and gals!!!

YOU'RE DONE!!!! YES!! Congratulations on completing the semester! I hope this class has made you more aware of yourself, and those around you.

Your final grades will be posted on Friday. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to holler at me. My permanent e-mail address is: LaurenNMeyer@gmail.com, and I'll still have access to LNMeyer2785@mesacc.edu.

I wish you all the best of luck as you disappear into your super bright futures!!
lauren

Remember your final exam time!!!

PSY101, MWF

Your final exam is on Wednesday, December 14th at 8:00a.

PSY101, TR

Your final exam is on Thursday, December 15th at 10:30a.

PSY156, TR

Your final exam is on Thursday, December 15th at 1:30p.

PSY101: Final Exam will cover...

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Hi there guys and gals,

It's appearing that we'll run out of time to discuss Educational Psychology. Sad! But that's ok, you'll still be responsible for material discussed in Social Psychology and Forensic Psychology.

Here is a list of terms you should be familiar with from Forensic Psychology. Please keep in mind that this is YOUR LAST TEST! Make it count!!!

Amicus curiae (friend of the court who presents a summary of the facts)
Who was Hugo Munsterberg?
M'Naghten Rule
MacCAT
Three Types of Malingerers
Static Predictors vs. Dynamic Predictors
Domestic Violence occurs among what demographics?
What are the physical and emotional reactions from a victim of a rape?
How do you help a survivor of Rape/DV?
In what ways are child custody evaluations multi-faceted?
The Tender Years Doctrine/Uniform Marriage Act
Emerging Trends in Forensic Psychology?

Final Exams Are Upon Us!

Hey there guys and gals,

Final Exams are just around the corner! Yay! Here is a reminder of the final exam schedule.

PSY101, MWF

Your final exam is on Wednesday, December 14th at 8:00a.

PSY101, TR

Your final exam is on Thursday, December 15th at 10:30a.

PSY156, TR

Your final exam is on Thursday, December 15th at 1:30p.



The END is near!

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Oh boy!!

We're very close to the end, my friends. We have just two short weeks left together, and then you will all vanish into your bright futures! With that said, I'd like to encourage you to really be on top of your game. Plan ahead, just like we've discussed in class. Don't put off anything until tomorrow if you can do it today!

If you have any questions, please let me know!

Major Assignments for PSY101

- Exam 6 (Chapter 14 + Supplemental Materials)

- Extra Credit (Pioneer Paper, PsychTrek, Test Corrections, MCC Events)

- Empirical Research Study

Major Assignments for PSY156

- Your final paper is due on 12/6 or 12/8. (I'll accept it for full credit on either day.)

- Your final exam (if you're not exempt)

For ALL Psych Classes - check out your attendance to see if you're eligible to have your lowest score dropped (PSY101), or if  you're exempt from the final (PSY156). You should start organizing your extracurricular events if you'd like to make-up some absences.

Thanks, thanks, thanks!!

lauren

PSY101 Last Extra Credit Opportunity Available!!!

Hi all,

Here are the details you've been waiting for...

For 20 points of extra credit, you must submit a TWO PAGE paper (TYPED [I will not accept hand written], double spaced, 12 pt font, Times New Roman) highlighting and describing a pioneer in the field of Psychology.

You should spend one paragraph (your introduction) identifying the pioneer (Bandura, Freud, Skinner - DO NOT use one of these) and his/her major accomplishments.

In your second and third paragraphs (body), you should describe their major projects and/or findings (The Skinner Box, Psychoanalysis, Bobo Doll). You should DEFINITELY mention critiques and praise of this researcher's work. (Remember the basis of peer reviewed - empirically based research. We are nothing if our peers do not review our work and ask questions, point out weaknesses and points of improvement.)

In your fourth (and final) paragraph, you should describe further areas of research, even identifying where other pioneers have continued on in his or her footsteps.

This should take you no more than 30 minutes to draft and 30 minutes to edit and tweak. I want to see EVERYTHING you've learned this semester come to a peak in this SHORT 2 page paper. We've discussed so many researchers in the field, you should have no problem working through this.

I urge you to submit a quality product. Show me how the study of the mind and behavior has shaped your understanding.

This will be due in class with your final exam!

Questions? Holler!

MWF PSY 101 CLASS! ATTENTION!!

Hi guys and gals,

WE WILL HAVE CLASS ON WEDNESDAY, the 23rd. You will have a substitute for a group project. The substitute will likely take attendance.Not to fret however, as many of you have mentioned you'll be out of town for the holiday.

Have a WONDERFUL HOLIDAY BREAK! See you next week!

lauren

Counseling Department Contact Numbers

Happy Thursday!

While we start to wind down the semester, I'd like to remind you that services are available if you need to talk to somebody...

Red Mountain Counseling Department: 480.654.7210, PV221 (Palo Verde Building)
Dobson & Southern Counseling Department: 480.461.7588, Building 36

PSY101, Exam 5 is APPROACHING!

Hey there guys and gals,

Exam 5 (Chapters 10, 12, and 13) is quickly approaching. Please feel free to contact me with any questions regarding the Study Guide or Take Home Questions.

In addition, you SHOULD SERIOUSLY consider the chart posted below. You'll DEFINITELY see it on your test. ALSO, you SHOULD SERIOUSLY consider the following...

In two to three sentences,  compare two of the stages – how are they similar, how are they different? (E.g. “In the Ego Integrity vs. Despair stage developed by _____, individuals are facing the challenge of viewing their lives as satisfactory and worth living – focusing on personal achievements and successes. Alternatively, in the Maturity stage suggested by _____, individuals have reached a stage of sexual health and great pleasure, characterized as mutual respect between partners.”

Perhaps if you respnded to this question AT HOME and BROUGHT the answer in with you on test day, I'd ACCEPT IT AS EXTRA CREDIT... Think about it... :)

 

How is YOUR attendance??

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Hey there guys and gals,

It's official, the attendance log has been loaded to WebCT. Check to see if you're eligible to have your lowest score dropped (PSY101), or if you're exempt (PSY156). Recall, "Y" means YES and "N" means NO. You should contact me if you see something you didn't expect.

Also, there will be NO class on Friday due to the observance of Veteran's Day. Have a wonderful 3 day weekend!

lauren

PSY 101 - Forensic Development Case Studies

The Forensic Development Case Studies are available on WebCT in the "Exam 4 Materials" folder.

best,

lauren

PSY156 Reminders

Hi there guys and gals,

I hope you had a wonderful weekend, and thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Phoenix Forensic Center on Friday night! (SUCH A COOL TOUR!!)

Reminders...

- Your midterm is due today. I'll accept it via email until 5p tonight. Thanks!
- We start our You Don't Know Jack video and discussion this week. We will return to personal stories next week!
- If you would like to reach Keri, our AMAZING tour leader, you can contact her at her address pasted below. She requested you identify yourself, including your name, the date you visited, what class, who your instructor was, etc.

reevesk@mail.maricopa.gov

PSY101 Reminders for Exam 4 (Chapters 8, 9, 11)

Reminders:

1. Forensic Development Extra Credit: For 5 points, write 3-4 sentences discussing the case study you received in class and what psychosocial stage (Erikson) your individual may have missed. What implications does this have for their adulthood? (If this interests you at all, enroll in Forensic Psychology, available at both the Red Mountain and Dobson & Southern Campuses!!!)

2. Be sure to send over any study guide questions you  have before the test (Friday for MWF students, Tuesday for TR students).

3. Take a look at the GENIE WILEY extra credit opportunity, pasted just a few posts below this!

4. Review the CRITICAL PERIODS chart. You'll probably see it on the test. Pay special attention to the first few weeks of development, and the development of the Central Nervous System!

We're VERY close to the end of the semester! Yikes!!!

lauren

PSY101 Exam 4 Coming Up!!

Hey there guys and gals,

I'd highly recommend you review the CRITICAL PERIODS chart pasted below. You'll probably see it on the exam.

Happy Studies!

lauren

Steve Jobs' iPad + Autism = Huge Leaps

Hi there guys and gals,

Check out this awesome video shared with me by one of your peers. There is a great bit in here regarding the implementation of iPad technology with individuals diagnosed with Autism! This really taps into our developmental chats!

best,

lauren

Steve Jobs' iPad + Autism

Critical Periods

As discussed in class, here is a great visual representation of the critical periods within prenatal development!

Happy Sunday! 

The Wild Child - "Genie" Extra Credit

*Update: The links have been updated, as it appears the previous host from the youtube.com videos was shut down. My apologies for the gap in availability. The new host is good to go!* 

Hey guys and gals,

Thanks so much for your patience while I scoured the internet for the Genie videos. For *10* points of Extra Credit, watch the following videos and write a 1-2 page response. (This is a bit of a time investment. There are 6 parts to this NOVA episode. Each one is 7-8 minutes long.)

Nova Part 1
Nova Part 2
Nova Part 3
Nova Part 4
Nova Part 5
Nova Part 6

Be sure to address the following issues...

Do you think similar cases still occur?
Do you think with the improvement in technology we could better assist individuals like Genie?
Does Genie's case provide ample support for the presence of "critical periods?"
How might you compare the theories of Piaget and his contemporaries with the case of Genie?

For a more recent account of the Genie case, read this ABC article: Genie

Genderless Baby in Toronto

We'll be discussing sex and gender in Chapter 8. Check out this video...

Genderless Baby

What are your thoughts? Would you do the same thing with your child? Do you think the parents are smart to let their child develop into their own gender, or by keeping it a secret, are they setting their child up for larger problems?

PSY101 Students: Exam III This Week!

Oh yes, another announcement for PSY101 students...

Your third exam will be this Wednesday (Red Mountain) and Thursday (D&S). We will be covering...
- Learning
- Memory
- Thinking and Cognition

You should watch this GREAT video on Classical Conditioning as a refresher from Learning...

Ivan Pavlov

Pay special attention to the types of stimuli used to create a conditioned response.

Also, recall from the MEMORY video the types of challenges people with Superior Autobiographical Memory experience.

Movies in the PIRC Lab at Dobson & Southern Campus

Hey there guys and gals,

Attached below is the information for this Friday's movie in the PIRC, forwarded by the PIRC Advisor. CHECK IT OUT!! (Remember, this is an extra credit opportunity! Red Mountain Students... If you wanted to rent this video independently, then write a response on it, I'd be down to accept that...)

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month.  The Women & Gender Studies committee has a series of lectures aound this topic this week in LB145. It has been suggested that we show a movie that deals with Domestic Violence, so we have chosen the Emmy & Golden Globe award winning Burning Bed. I have it on excellent authority that it is one of the best movies on DV.

Place: PIRC Lab, AD2 (@ Dobson & Southern)

Time: Noon, and 2p

Date: Friday, October 14th 

Death & Dying Students

Happy Thursday!

Today, we will have the privilege of hearing three more personal stories. In addition to that, we will discuss the passing of Apple CEO, Steve Jobs. Pasted below is the link to the two articles I will reference in class, and a video worth watching... How might we juxtapose the passing of Steve Jobs and his commencement speech to the passing of Randy Pausch and his last lecture? Very intriguing concept!

NYTimes - Apple Visionary Redefined
NYTimes - Outpouring

The Last Lecture Discussion

Hey there guys and gals,

We're starting our discussion on the Last Lecture today. I'll show you footage from the actual lecture, and I'll direct you to another video worth watching...

The Last Lecture...

Randy Pausch Inspires Graduates...

PSY101, Endless Memories

Hi there guys and gals,

Posted below is the link to the CBS website hosting videos on "Endless Memories." We'll be watching them in class, but they're available here, too, for your viewing pleasure!

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/12/16/60minutes/main7156877.shtml

Your next in class exam is on: October 12th and 13th.

Items due:
- ERS #3
- Take Home Questions
- Extra Credit? (Check out the BLOG for the False Confessions Extra Credit!)

PSY156 Students - Next Tuesday, the 4th = BIG DAY

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Hey guys and gals,

Next Tuesday is a BIG DAY. You have the following assignments due...

EA1 (Hospice Speaker response)
3 Resources & Outline for final paper

Also, you should begin reading Randy Pausch's Last Lecture, as we will be beginning our discussion on that on Tuesday as well.



PSY101 - Extra Credit for UNIT III Exam (Chapters 5-7)

Hi Guys and Gals,

Attached below are a few videos regarding false confessions. We will be discussing the relevance of these in Chapter 6 - Memory. (We'll visit them AGAIN when we discuss Forensic Psychology at the end of the semester.)

For 10 points of extra credit...

First, watch these TWO videos regarding False Confessions and Eyewitness (Mis)Identification.

Then, read THIS article on the Innocence Project Website... (You should peruse the website a bit! VERY INTERESTING STUFF!!)

Innocence Project

Write a 1 page summary (12 point font, double spaced) on your findings. Include a summary, questions, opinions, recommendations for research.

And be sure to answer these questions...

1. Do you think False Confessions are really possible?
2. Do the physiological implications of memory provide ample support for the presence of False Confessions?

For an EXTRA 3 points...

3. Jump on Google and research "The Central Park Jogger." Explain how the Central Park Jogger case relates to False Confessions & Eyewitness Mid-Identifications.



No Class for MWF students today. Crappy news.

Hey there guys and gals,

Class has been cancelled today - MWF students only. My sincerest apologies for the late notice. As you can see, I was greeted with a wonderful surprise as I attempted to leave for campus this morning.

We'll return on Friday to finish up Chapter 5 and REALLY RACE through Chapter 6. In order to be fully prepared, please read Chapter 6 before arriving on Friday.

Also, Honors Psych students, please contact me via email at...

lnmeyer2785@mesacc.edu


Thanks,

lauren

PSY101 Scores ALMOST up! - Update

Hey guys and gals,

Please be patient as I try to get scores up on WebCT. For whatever reason, I'm having a hard time accessing the grade book due to some website maintenance.

Thank you!

Update as of 10:02p:
All scores have been loaded for my TR class. Still, I am having trouble accessing the grade book for my MWF class. Hang tight!!! :)

PSY 101 Scores will be up by tomorrow night!

Scroll all the way down! This will make you smile!

:)

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Alrighty, so here's the dish. Your exam scores will be up and ready by tomorrow night, September 23. No later than 5p, I would say!

Have a wonderful end of the week, and I'll catch ya on the flip!

lauren

PSY 101 - Exam this week

Hey guys and gals,

You have your 2nd exam this week (tomorrow for MWF students and Thursday for TR students), covering Chapters 3 and 4...

As usual, there will be two extra credit questions.

You should review transcendental meditation.

You should watch this video (it's only a minute long!) and pay special attention to the prevalence of OSA.

Happy Studying!

Class Today - Tuesday, September 20

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How RAD is this??

Hey guys and gals,

Bad news. I am VERY ill. So, you'll have a substitute in class today. My sincerest apologies for being MIA the day before a test and an in - class debate. I'm confident you'll do great!

PSY101 students, 

You'll be wrapping up Chapter 4 (States of Consciousness). Your syllabus notes a "group project." This was a group meditation we were going to do. I'll post these articles on WebCT for your review. Your exam is STILL scheduled for Thursday. Be sure to have the following ready to turn in:
- ERS #2
- Take Home Questions

If you have questions regarding the study guide, please email me. I'm happy to discuss your responses.

PSY156 students, 

You'll be given time to  prep for your debate on Thursday. (Presence of organ donation among Death Row Inmates), then don't forget to do the...
Joke of the day TODAY (9/20): Rhonda Lilly

Coming up on Thursday, September 22:
Personal Stories: Lucy Monreal, Ashley Albrecht, Leandra Wright
In Class Debate (1 - Deciding Party, 2..., 3...)
Joke of the Day: Amineh Hashem


As always, shoot me a message if you have questions. This lady will be RAWRING to go on Thursday, after visiting the doctor this afternoon.

lauren

Test Corrections FAQ

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PSY 101 Students,

Here are a few FAQ's regarding your test corrections from Unit 1:

Q: Where can I make test corrections?
A: If you're a Red Mountain Student, 2nd floor of the Desert Willow Building. Visit somebody at the testing center desk. If you're a Dobson & Southern Student, The PIRC Lab (AD2).

Q: What do I need?
A: Your graded scantron and a picture ID

Q: What should I do?
A: You need to re-write each question that you missed, then write the correct answer. The goal is to correct the information in your mind.

Q: When is it due?
A: On your next test day, Chapters 3 & 4 in this case.

PSY101 - Blind Spot Test

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Hey guys and gals,

Attached below is the blind-spot test we discussed briefly in class. We'll revisit it again tomorrow!

Happy Sunday!

http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/chvision.html

PSY 101 Multiple Choice Scores Up!

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Hey guys and gals,

Your multiple choice scores are up for the Unit 1 Exam. You can see the column statistics... The class average fell in the 'D' range. But, not to worry! You will have the opportunity to make-up some of those points!

Starting on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 (for Red Mountain) and TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 (for Dobson & Southern)...

Visit the 2nd floor of the Desert Willow Building (for Red Mountain students) or the PIRC Tutor Lab (For Dobson & Southern Students) and make test corrections...

You'll have to present your graded scantron to a library attendant (Red Mountain) or a tutor (Dobson & Southern) and they'll giev you a copy of the test. Outline each mistake you made by writing the question and the correct response. The goal is to correct the information in your mind! :)

Submit your corrections on the next test day and get 5 points back on your test. (SERIOUSLY, that easy!)

Let me know if you have questions!

cheers,

lauren

Test THIS WEEK!

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Hey guys and gals,

Your first exam is this week. Be prepared to turn in the following items on your test day... I prefer not accept electronic submissions, as I would like to provide feedback on your work.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday - Your Test is on Wednesday, the 7th

Tuesday/Thursday - Your Test is on Thursday, the 8th

Empirical Research Study #1:
You may use an article I posted on WebCT, or you can find your own using the Library Link to the right...
Be sure to print off the first page of the article so I know what you're summarizing...
Articles must be empirical! No newspaper clippings, Wikipedia, etc.
Please type them, print them, and turn in on test day

Take Home Questions:
Please type them, print them, bring them into class

Extra Credit: 
If you completed any extra credit for this unit, turn it in.

Please note: I do NOT accept late work. So if you don't complete the ERS#1, or the Take Home questions, no credit will be given.

Hint... 


You should review Kate's slides (our guest speaker), particularly slides 23 - 26. Her slides are posted on WebCT. (If you're not on WebCT yet, you should get on it immediately.)

Have a great weekend!

Contact me with questions!

PSY 156, Current Event Discussion on 8/25/2011

Hey guys and gals,

Attached below is the article we discussed in class today, a great way to introduce our upcoming "Current Event Debate."

"My Daughter Deserved to Die for Falling in Love"
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2008/may/11/iraq.humanrights

Supplementary Article
"Her Crime was to Fall in Love. She Paid with her Life."
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2008/apr/27/iraq.military1?INTCMP=ILCNETTXT3487

Movies in the PIRC!

Hey guys and gals,

The first PIRC Friday is coming up TOMORROW, 8/26. The movie is: Rain Man (starring Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise).

Visit the PIRC Lab (AD2, Dobson & Southern Campus) at 12:00p or 2:00p for free popcorn. Be sure to obtain evidence you attended, and receive 3 points of extra credit, or the dismissal of an unexcused absence.

Take care,

lauren

Tutoring Available for Psychology Students

Greetings guys and gals,

Posted below are the TUTOR hours for the PIRC (Psychology Instructional Resource Center, Room: AD2, Southern & Dobson Campus...

Monday: 9a - 2p
Tuesday: 9a - 2p
Wednesday: 9a - 2p
Thursday: 9a - 2p
Friday: 9a - 1p

Extra Credit Opportunities for PSY 101 Students

Greetings guys and gals,

Attached below is a list of all the wonderful events I mentioned in class. As dates draw near, I'll post reminders. In addition to that, I'll be sure to keep you informed of all new events!

Thanks!

Wednesday, September 21
Room: TBA, Dobson & Southern Campus
Keys to Success in the 21st Century

Thursday, September 29
Room: BP8, Dobson & Southern Campus
Hospice of the Valley
Dispelling the Myths on Hospice

Thursday, October 13
Room: BP8, Dobson & Southern Campus
Co-Victim of Suicide

Monday, October 17
Room: TBA, Dobson & Southern Campus
Healthy Boundaries: Why are they so important in mental health?

Wednesday, November 9
Room: TBA, Dobson & Southern Campus
Gender Across Cultures

Ongoing: Psych Movies in the PIRC Lab
Fridays, Noon & 2p
Room: AD2, Dobson & Southern Campus
(FREE POPCORN! YES!)

Welcome, welcome, welcome!

Welcome to getPSYCHED!

My name is Lauren and I am an Adjunct Faculty member at Mesa Community College. I am currently instructing 2 sections of PSY101 (Introduction to Psychology) and 1 section of PSY156 (Understanding Death & Dying).

I am a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology. Prior to living in New York for two years, I studied Psychology and Justice Studies at Arizona State (Go Devils!)

My research interests include: Psychological trauma and abuse, victim's assistance, childhood neglect, addiction and clinical disorders among youth and adolescents.

This website is dedicated to the Psychology students of Mesa Community College. Use it as a tool for information, as new links, resources, materials, etc. will be posted on a regular basis. Visit frequently to keep up on all the fun things discussed here (a la... BALLER videos! FUNNY jokes! SILLY little things like EXTRA CREDIT, and TEST DAY HINTS. Not kidding, this site is pretty phenom!).

Use the "labels" to find exactly what you are looking for... 

If you have any questions, contact me at...

LNMeyer2785@mesacc.com

Thanks so much for coming by, and let me know how I can help you be successful in Psychology!