...COM 802: Communication Research II Spring, 2007 - Syllabus Professor: Gwen M. Wittenbaum, Ph.D. Office Location: 559 Communication Arts Bldg. Office Phone: 353-8120 Email: gwittenb@msu.edu Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., and by appointment Class Meets: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:20 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. in room 474 COM. Required Readings Crano, W. D., & Brewer, M. B. (2002). Principles and methods of social research. Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates. Articles and book chapters are posted on Angel (http://angel.msu.edu) Course Description This course provides in-depth coverage of research design and measurement. As a companion to its precursor, COM 801, this course outlines how to measure constructs of interest and design research to test issues of theoretical importance. Students will learn a variety of research methods, such as experimental and survey designs, laboratory and field research, and methods of studying individuals and groups. The course exposes students to measurement issues (e.g., reliability and validity) and approaches (e.g., self-report measures, behavioral observation and coding). Students will practice evaluating the design and measurement of research articles and reporting their own research. Course Objectives 1. To understand and implement a variety of research designs. 2. To understand and implement a variety of measurement techniques. 3. To practice critical evaluation of research articles. 4. To facilitate...
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...Application Paper W4 Page 2 Carl Rogers (January 8, 1902 – February 4, 1987) was an influential American psychologist and among the founders of the humanistic approach to psychology. Rogers is widely considered to be one of the founding fathers of psychotherapy research and was honored for his pioneering research with the Award for Distinguished Scientific Contributions by the American Psychological Association in 1956. The person-centered approach, his own unique approach to understanding personality and human relationships, found wide application in various domains such as psychotherapy and counseling (client-centered therapy), education (student-centered learning), organizations, and other group settings. For his professional work he was bestowed the Award for Distinguished Professional Contributions to Psychology by the APA in 1972. Towards the end of his life Carl Rogers was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his work with national intergroup conflict in South Africa and Northern Ireland. In an empirical study by Haggbloom, using six criteria such as citations and recognition, Rogers was found to be the sixth most eminent psychologist of the 20th century and second, among clinicians, only to Sigmund Freud (unknown, n.d) Roger’s has his theory of self-actualization, which is a controlling drive toward fulfillment of our potentials that enables us to maintain and enhance ourselves (Ryckman 2008, page 450). He felt that people did things out of free will and that...
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...Self-concept alludes to self-assessment or self-discernment, and it speaks to the whole of a person's convictions about his or her own particular qualities. Self-concept reflects how a juvenile assesses himself or herself in spaces (or zones) in which he or she considers achievement vital. A youthful can have a positive self-concept in a few spaces and a negative self-concept in others. Research likewise recommends that every individual has a worldwide (or generally speaking) self-concept that reflects how the individual assesses his or her self-esteem in general, Baldwin, S. An., and Hoffmann, J. P. (2002). A youthful can make focused on self-assessments in various diverse spaces. Specialists have recognized the accompanying eight spaces that...
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...Brumfeld, Ronnie Evans Barksdale College Abstract Self-esteem is an individual's estimate of one's own self worth, the extent of individual views of good, competence, and decent. Within this activity paper we will discuss why self esteem is important, and why there are discrepancies between the actual self and the ideal self. This paper will discuss the theory of cognitive dissonance in regards to the self-evaluation theory, self-affirmation theory and the realization trap while defining the self-discrepancy theory. The need for high individual self-esteem may lead to irrational logic and individual actions against their own best interest as will be theoretically supported throughout this paper. Concluding that our teams position, will support the theory that individual competence may be inaccurate at times to maintain individual self-esteem. Self-esteem is defined as an individual’s estimate of his or hers own self-worth and the extent of individual views of what is good competent and decent. This activity paper will discuss the importance of self-esteem and explore any discrepancies between the actual self and the ideal self. The theory of cognitive dissonance as it relates to the self-evaluation theory, self-affirmation theory and the realization trap will be covered while also defining the self-discrepancy theory. This paper will theoretically support the concept of the need for high individual self-esteem and how it may lead to irrational logic and individual...
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...ACKNOWLEDGEMENT This research paper would not have been possible without the guidance and the help of several individuals who in one way or another contributed and extended their valuable assistance in the preparation and completion of this study. First and foremost, my utmost gratitude to Dr. Nilo L. Rosas, President of the Philippine Normal University whose sincerity and encouragement I will never forget. Dr. Rosas has been my inspiration as I hurdle all the obstacles in the completion this research work. Dr. Norma J. Manaloto, former Head of the Department of Educational Management, Measurement and Evaluation, who until her day of retirement had kind concern and consideration regarding my academic requirements. Dr. Alice D. Dioquino, for her unselfish and unfailing support as my dissertation adviser; Engr. Alex A. Santos, co-adviser to Dr. Dioquino, for his patience and steadfast encouragement to complete this study; Dr. Danilo K. Villena, Head of the Department of Education Management and Measurement, for the moral support despite his just being newly appointed; Dr. Angelita D. Romero, Dean of the College of Education, for the insights she has shared; Dr. Florentina L. Gorospe, Dr. Jose Rizal Sanchez and Dr. Rebecca C. Nueva-Espa?a for their inputs especially in the curriculum part of this study. They have shared valuable insights in the relevance of the study to basic education not just in the technology sector. The staff of the PNU President’s Office especially...
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...In this paper, this author will be writing about the different perspectives of motivational learning. Though there are several views, this paper will focus on four in particular theories, which will include Behaviorism, Cognitive, Humanistic and Sociocultural perspectives and this paper will compare and differentiate the difference of these perspectives. Motivational Behavioral Perspective of Learning According to Huitt, (2011), he describes the Motivational Behavioral Perspective of Learning as “elicited by stimulus associated/connected to innately connected stimulus and obtain desired, pleasant consequences (rewards) or escape/avoid undesired, unpleasant consequences”. In other words, Behavior is the response to stimulus, it has been suggested that all behavior is learned from the environmental conditioning factor (McLeod, 2013). According to McLeod (2013), it is further implied that “Behaviorism is primarily concerned with observable behavior, as opposed to internal events like thinking and emotions”. To further explain this theory this author would have to say that from the behavioral viewpoint motivational learning is the result to the individuals surrounding and upbringing. The individual surrounding and environment that the person is subjected to is the stipulation that frames the persons motivation to learn. People can also be motivated to learn based on specific ways that they receive praise and rewards from their community. For instance, McLeod (2013) states...
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...2015 Risks Worth Taking? A Reflection on the Effects of Memoirs The primary purpose of my research paper is to present a cross-section of the current conversations taking place around the way memoirs affect the writers who publish them. Based on my research, it appears that the effects tend to involve emotional and psychological consequences, as well as legal troubles in some instances. The discovery of this conversation helped me to refine my research topic into the question, “Do the benefits of publishing a memoir outweigh the risks of their effects for writers?” This research explores the positive and negative effects of memoirs on their writers to determine whether or not the risks are worth the rewards. Although writing a memoir can result in lawsuits and family discord, it more often proves to be therapeutic and can be the starting point of a nonfiction writer's career. What if I told you that memoirs are incredibly important to our society, because they document the human experience in such an honest way? Although they are valuable, they can also be risky. One key issue is that a memoir’s admissions risk causing major drama for writers, including legal trouble. In addition, they can be a catalyst for burning bridges with former employees. They can also potentially destroy long-term personal relationships. In this paper, I work to discover if it is worth all the drama to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. As I began my research, I initially...
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...School of Psychology 2013 Paper Outline Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences PSYC573-13A (HAM) Personnel Training & Development Lecture times/rooms: Thursdays, 09:00am – 10:50am. Room I1.08. Lecturer/Convenor: Donald Cable, Room K1.01. Extn: 8296. Email: dcable@waikato.ac.nz Student consultation hours: Thursdays 14:00-15:00. Other times by appointment. Paper Description The aim of this paper is for you to develop an understanding of the theory, research, and practice relating to training and development (including career development) in organizations. Upon successfully completing this course, you should be able to: understand, and apply personnel training and development psychology theory and research, and bridge the gap between this and the practice, conduct training needs analyses and evaluate training and development (including career and professional development) initiatives, identify or develop training programs which incorporate sound principles of learning and training transfer, identify and develop the competencies that will support you in pursuing a career as an organizational psychology (or HR) practitioner with a focus on the training and development of individuals in organizations. Blending the exploratory learning aspect of Active Learning with proceduralized instruction, and creating a learning environment within which students are actively encouraged to construct knowledge, this paper includes lectures with associated readings, student seminars...
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...Paper 4: The Annotated Bibliography Assignment: For paper 4, you will write an annotated bibliography. The focus of this paper will be on academic research and the evaluation of sources. Requirements: - 1000-1200 words (200-250 words per source) - Thesis statement - 5-6 sources (3 of which must be non-website sources. Examples of non-web sources: books, documentaries, magazine articles, articles from scholarly journals. It’s okay if you access those print articles online. I just don’t want five eHow articles). Additionally, NO wikipedia sources will be accepted, and be sure that any web sources you use are legitimate, scholarly sources. You will be evaluated on the legitimacy of your sources as well as your evaluation of them). - Proper MLA formatting for all aspects of the paper, including heading, formatting, and citations. Your adherence to MLA formatting will affect your grade (unlike the previous papers for our class). You may choose any topic you would like to research. The idea for this paper is that you will conduct the research for a theoretical research paper. You will not actually write the research paper, but conduct your research and write your thesis statement as if you were going to use your sources to write a research paper. If the idea of choosing any topic is not appealing, here are some ideas (which you will of course need to narrow down): • Media and self-image in consumers • Research related to a book or...
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...prestige and only attainable by those with sufficient funds or status. Do brands really influence us as consumers that much? Do we really have a choice in the current consumer market or do brands define our purchases? If so, how does brand personality affect our own human personality? Value and its subjectivity is an important concept to understand when looking at brand value and its market power. Factors such as memory, socio-economic status and culture all affect an individual’s perception towards value. Materialism is a way of life, a manner in which people attach themselves to material objects. This is done to increase self-worth by putting possessions at the centre of our lives and using these to determine happiness and to define success. In understanding this we have the ability to critique brand personality and its effect on society. This paper will argue that a brands personality is the main catalyst of change to an individual’s personality. This questions the presence and importance of our own personality if we purchase brands to portray another. Value varies from person to person and product to product, influencing consumers to purchase certain brands which they see valuable. Value highlights the buyers/owners desire to exchange a certain product or service (Neap et al, 1999). This concept of value only really relates to the product or service. Barwise in his text Brands as ‘separable assets’ argues that a true sense of value comes from the whole business, he...
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...effects or influences others in a social context. It is helpful to understand the why, what, or could be, behind a behavior or reaction. Those that research this field, can provide credible insight to assist with understanding and ultimately contribute to the success of peace-keeping within society. There are many meanings behind Social Psychology, and it should be noted this branch of psychology is unique from other disciplines in the same field. Social Psychology Basics To be considered a “scientific study” there must be a theory, followed by a hypothesis and tested to support or reject the original theory. Methods of research include public surveys where both targeted and random speculation occurs. Work can be done in a laboratory with a controlled subject or in the field where everyday life happens. Social Psychology researchers pay particular attention not only to the cause and effect of behavior but they look deeper into the relationship we have with ourselves in effort to explain the overall difference of opinion and responses amongst any group of people. Cultural beliefs, religion, financial status, all have a dramatic influence on perception and attitude. Internal forces such as self-esteem, self-worth, and self-care will play a role in how situations are viewed and responded. All in all, how one feels about self, can shed light to how one will react in a social setting. Social Psychology cannot give a definite...
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...Introduction When thinking of teenagers we get the feeling of carefree days, days with no or minimal responsibility and days filled with fun, laughter and joy. This reality is a fairytale for some teenagers. Adolescent depression is a real and growing problem in our society. Numbers of depression diagnosed in adolescents are on the rise. Is this because of more depressed teenagers, or is there an explanation for this. Are there underlying problems or causes for the high depression numbers? Is there something that we can do to help these teenagers. What are the symptoms and diagnoses. Factors contributing to this problem are all things that will be discussed in this paper. Definition Major depression disorder Definition: A mood disorder characterized by a depressed mood, a lack of interest in activities normally enjoyed, changes in weight and sleep, fatigue, feelings of worthlessness and guilt, difficulty concentrating and thoughts of death and suicide. If a person has experienced the majority of these symptoms for longer than a two-week period they may be diagnosed as having had a major depressive episode. If a person has had one or more major depressive episodes, has no history of mania, mixed episodes or hypomania and the symptoms are not due to another disorder, they may be diagnosed as having major depressive disorder.( Schimelpfenin,2013) Major depression episode Definition: A major depressive episode is when a person experiences 5 or more symptoms during...
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...June 17, 2015 Sarah Boucher Crime Causation and Diversion In this paper, there will be a comparison of two different prevention program that was chosen. From those two intervention programs, there will be a discussion on how the programs work in reducing juvenile crime, and based on the analysis of the relationship between program premise and goals and one or more major causes of juvenile delinquent behavior. In another discussion, there will be explanations of what the two intervention programs major goals are, the programs objectives, and what the programs core beliefs are. The key participants that are involved in these programs will also be explained, as well as what services they provide for the youth. The last discussion will be identifying which one of the programs between the two is more effective at reducing juvenile crime and why. The two programs that I have chosen are the Father and Son prevention Program, and the YES (Youth Empowerment Solutions) prevention program. The Father and Son project is in Michigan and is a program designed for African American fathers and their sons ranging in age from 10-14 ("Michigan Youth Violence Prevention Center", 2015). The Father and Son prevention Program is aimed to heighten the parenting behaviors as well as reducing the risk of youth behaviors. With this program, it helps the father and son bond so that way in the future the son would not have self-esteem issues or would feel left out. The Father and Son program helps...
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...examines the unavoidability of today’s “perfect” body advertising, the role materialism plays and the claim that thin does not guarantee sales; whilst considering to what extent mental health, personal health and happiness play in determining wellbeing, and then exploring the often overlooked effects body image has on a community’s wellbeing. Constant exposure to idealised media images is unavoidable; boys, girls, men and women alike are inundated with thousands of images, portraying (for most) desirable yet unattainable and unrealistic body and self, expectations and ideals (Dittmar and Howard 2004, 478). A selection of research suggests that it is not the advertisements themselves that pressure individuals; but rather, the individuals beliefs, values and ideals relating to their own appearance that impact on their body image and level of dissatisfaction; that advertising, even though relentless – only highlights an existing negative self assessment (Dittmar and Howard, 2004, 478 and...
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...Argument Essay Drafts My Topic: Home schooling My Attitude: Benefits of home schooling My Purpose: Define the positive traits of home schooling My Thesis Statement: Home schooling is worth considering due to the many spiritual, social, and learning benefits that studying at home has to offer. My Audience: Young married couple and parents looking for alternative education outside the public, and private school systems 1. How much does my audience know about my subject? The audience would be potentially ex-school teachers that know how to teach, what to teach, and are able to work with children effectively. 2. Age? Gender? Race? Social Status? Location? Religion? The audience would be generally younger couples. Their race can be of any origin with no particular social status. No particular location is required; with a Christian emphasis as the particular religion. 3. Where does my audience stand on the issue; are they Opposed or Neutral? The audience is very interested but is worried that the spiritual, social, and educational aspects may fail their expectations. Outline: 1. Spiritual Benefits A. Control false doctrine B. Emphasis on God as the centre for your life C. Solid foundation 2. Social Benefits A. Family centered mindset B. Public limitations C. Limited exposure to negative influences from friends D. Healthy community activities 3. Learning Benefits A. Student...
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