Assessment 1: Essay
The essay title for this assignment is: Psychology is everywhere- discuss
Should write an essay of no more than 1,500 words focused on discussing the idea that Psychology is everywhere.
More specifically, you should provide examples of how psychology pervades every aspect of our lives and consider the reasons for this phenomenon. In doing so, you are expected to consider examples from both scientific and popular Psychology.
Although this should be based on the topics covered during the lectures and workshops, and supported by adequate literature, there should also be evidence of personal reflection on the pervasive nature of Psychology in our lives. It is expected that we reflect on the task and develop reasoned and logical arguments supporting their answers. As such, we are encouraged to adopt a critical approach which should be reflected on the essay addresses the task.
I will be sending you the slides that we had in lectures so you will have an idea what exactly I want my essay to be like.
You should write an essay of no more than 1,500 words focused on discussing the idea that Psychology is everywhere.
More specifically, you should provide examples of how psychology pervades every aspect of our lives and consider the reasons for this phenomenon. In doing so, you are expected to consider examples from both scientific and popular Psychology.
Although this should be based on the topics covered during the lectures and workshops, and supported by adequate literature, there should also be evidence of personal reflection on the pervasive nature of Psychology in our lives. It is expected that students reflect on the task and develop reasoned and logical arguments supporting their answers. As such, students are encouraged to adopt a critical approach which should be reflected on the essay addresses the task.
EXAMPLES
Zeitgeist >psychology (vice versa)(e.g. Frankenstein movie)
Psychology is a science!!! (measures, predicts and controls behaviour)
But it can be non- scientific!!! (but the objective is the same)
We want to understand why we behave in certain ways and why others do
E.g.- why do people kill?
Then focus on one or two areas of psychology that you want to discuss in this essay.
Direct your answer to the essay title/question (that psychology is everywhere)
For example: the Internet, sense of control, Personality
Where do YOU see Psychology?
How does psychology impact your life?
What does psychology mean to you?
Acknowledge that psychology is everywhere
Provide examples
Then focus on one or two areas of psychology that you want to discuss in this essay.
Direct your answer to the essay title/question (that psychology is everywhere)
