Attention and Change Blindness

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Selective Attention and Change Blindness

There should be 3 different reponses. NO PLAGERISM Learning Activity #4: Science of Psychology Response

 Write two to three paragraphs explaining what makes psychology a science. Why is the fact that it’s a science so important?

 APA formatting is not necessary unless you quote from a source other than your textbook. Learning Activity #6: Sleep Cycle Response

 Watch the following Ted Talk video on the Sleep Cycle: https://www.ted.com/talks/russell_foster_why_do_we…

 Write three or four paragraphs answering the following questions:

o First, describe the sleep cycle (as in your Myers text).

o Then, reflecting on the video, what are some implications of being sleep deprived?

o Were there any myths that you held to be true and if so, what was your reaction?

 APA formatting is not necessary unless you reference a source in addition to the textbook and video clip.

LEARNING ACTIVITY #7: STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS RESPONSE

  • Watch the Selective Attention video (be sure to follow directions in counting the ball passes!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJG698U2Mvo
  • Watch the Change Blindness video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qN7s9E6M4RQ&list=PLrRUvzoVDcsbQns6iIi6cDPqG-iHxYKzs
  • Write two or three paragraphs defining Selective Attention and Change Blindness. Did you have any funny/surprised reactions after watching them? When has either/both occurred in your own life?
  • APA formatting is not necessary unless you reference a source in addition to the video clips.