Psychology Articles

Why I'm Different

By Ryan Y. | 3/6/2013 2:36 AM CST |

Psychology

Currently, I'm tutoring a 9th grader in biology. After fielding some questions about cell division, he asks me, "Are you good at math?" I say, "Yes." we then work on a bit of geometry. He then asks me, "Are you good at English?" I told him that I am, and that's one of the reasons his mother picked me. I'm reasonably capable and knowledgeable in many areas.

But the truth is a bit more complicated. I'm not a good tutor just because I know a lot of things about a lot of subjects. Knowledge helps, but it's not the whole story.

Parents appreciate my subject area competence. But they appreciate...

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Improving Study Habits with Psychology

By Jeff S. | 2/7/2013 9:33 AM CST |

In the early 1900’s, psychologists B. F. Skinner and John B. Watson developed a new branch of psychology they called behaviorism. Both scientists believed that human behavior was shaped by their environment and their reactions to it. They called this behavioral shaping “conditioning”. This article briefly describes the two types of behavioral conditioning and how parents, tutors, and teachers can use them to improve a student’s study habits.

Two Types of Conditioning

Skinner and Watson identified two types of conditioning in human behavioral studies: operant and classical conditioning. Classical...

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Tutorial assistance for a variety of important disciplines

By Stephen M. | 1/23/2013 11:41 AM CST |

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Better Learning Through Biopsychology

By Jeff S. | 12/19/2012 10:15 PM CST |

Professional athletes hire personal trainers and learn as much as possible about getting the most out of their bodies. They study things such as exercise’s effect on muscles, the vitamins and minerals they’ll need to rebuild muscle, and how much water they’ll need to drink to stay hydrated while working out. Students can use the same approach by learning about biopsychology and learning - related biopsychology research to get their brains in tiptop shape. This article will teach you a few things about biopsychology so you can get your brain ready for maximum learning.

What is Your Brain Made...

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Research Papers: Narrowing Your Topic for Your Final Draft

By Jeff S. | 12/13/2012 10:35 PM CST |

Nearly all high school and college students have a research paper requirement. Many college students are likely facing imminent research paper deadlines as the semester ends. Writing research papers can cause a lot of anxiety. This article will teach you how to narrow your research topic, clarify your thesis statement, and sort and organize your research to help you simplify your final editing process.

Editing for Both Quality and Quantity.One common issue is having a research paper that is either too long or too short. Narrowing and clarifying your topic will help you write a better thesis...

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Brain “Cheats” to Maximize Learning

By Jeff S. | 11/20/2012 10:44 AM CST |

Your brain has “cheats” and shortcuts to make it work more efficiently, just like some video games! There are things students can do to “glitch” their brains so they soak up information like a sponge. All of these “cheats” are things we should do to keep our brains healthy to ensure they keep working at maximum capacity throughout our lives. This article lists four brain “cheats”, how they help students learn, and a brief explanation of why they work.

Brain “Cheats”

When I started playing video games in the 1980’s, gamers were nothing like they are today. The Internet (GASP!) didn’t exist...

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Memory and Learning

By Jeff S. | 11/18/2012 7:54 PM CST |

I taught my middle school students about memory at the beginning of each school year. I quizzed them about their memories over the next three to four weeks, then reduced the reviews to once every other week. My students commented, “Why do you keep quizzing us about memory? We already know this stuff.” My response was, “Exactly! That’s why I keep quizzing you.”

Students of all ages use different learning techniques that teachers and parents have taught them. Each technique is based on memory related research. This article will help parents, teachers, tutors, and all students understand the four...

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Recommended Statistics Learning Strategies - Experienced Subject Matter Expert

By Albert M. | 10/20/2012 4:56 AM CST |

My recommended strategy to Students at all academic levels for learning and successfully passing the course at all modalities (on-line, on-ground) is the culmination of at least ten years of teaching and tutoring statistics at the undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate levels in business, management, sciences, social studies, and psychology. It consists of the following:

1. The first is to learn how to overcome fear and anxiety from the unknown and look at tutoring as a prudent investment to your immediate future and success. Engage the tutor from the start of the course and don't prolong...

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How do Profs think? Let this long-time college prof help you get through Soc and Psych courses and interpret your all important syllabus and texts...

By Patti R. | 6/26/2012 8:33 AM CST |

Often, students are not taught HOW to study and what to study. As a long-time college professor I can share teacher techniques and how we choose what we choose related to tests and discussions. There are also basic principles of testing that must be learned. Take some time now during your break to learn how to study and what to study and even how to take tests, so in the Fall you will be ready to go with a fresh outlook and new knowledge toward academic success. These principles work for all students (even if you are in high school--especially if you are taking college courses in your last year)--I...

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Syracuse University Degreed Sociology Psychology Professor Will Help You Raise Your GPA!

By Patti R. | 6/26/2012 8:26 AM CST |

You are brilliant when it comes to some of your courses, but in other areas...you just don't get it. It may not be just you! Humans learn in different ways and professors tend to teach to the masses. As an experienced professor, I teach students in more of a visual, applicable fashion. When you and I finish with our tutoring sessions you will understand the material because you will make it your own through example and solid application to your life and experiences. Basic Psych courses (and Soc) are typically the most failed courses taken by students. Often because students get lost in the minutia--and...

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