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Introduction
Myths about our brain abound. You've probably seen at least a few of them in movies, books, or TV shows. For this assessment, you'll select one of the following myths to debunk.
- We only use 10% of our brain.
- Brain training will make you smart.
- The brain perceives the world as it is.
- Right-brained people are more creative.
- Adults can't grow new brain cells.
- The brain is a computer.
Preparation
Select one of the following myths:
- We only use 10% of our brain.
- Brain training will make you smart.
- The brain perceives the world as it is.
- Right-brained people are more creative.
- Adults can't grow new brain cells.
- The brain is a computer.
You can learn more about the myth you chose in Jarrett's 2014 book, Great Myths of the Brain, which is located in your reading list and can be used as a source in your paper.
Find one flawed source of information on the Internet. To find a flawed source, look for one with a substantial number of errors.
- Read what the textbook says about the myth.
- Use the myth you chose and use it as your search word or phrase on the Internet.
- Look for sources that are not accurate based on the information in your textbook.
- If you don't see a flawed source on the first page of results, skip to the third page of results or further.
- Tips for finding flawed sources:
- Scroll through your social media feeds.
- Scroll through your results and look for sources that are NOT:
- .gov websites.
- News or press websites.
Then find and read two peer-reviewed journal articles on the topic. You will use these articles to help debunk the myth through their research findings.
For help finding flawed sources and peer-reviewed articles for this assignment, you may want to complete the library instruction activity:
Instructions
Write a 3–5 full page paper from top to bottom that includes:
- A brief summary of the myth and evidence provided by the website (your flawed source).
- Challenge of the myth: provide evidence the myth is not correct.
- Identify assumptions that underlie or support the myth.
- Include the research findings from peer-reviewed journal articles.
- For each source
- Discuss the methods, participants, and results.
- Explain the reliability, validity, and generalizability of the sources.
- Discuss whether the research is ethical based on the 5 APA ethical principles of psychologists. Refer to the specific principles and cite the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct.
- For each source
- A discussion of how the brain and body work in relation to your myth, using your textbook and other scholarly sources to support your statements.
- We only use 10% of our brain: Focus on the cerebrum.
- Brain training will make you smart: Focus on the chapter on intelligence.
- The brain perceives the world as it is: Focus on the chapters about our senses.
- Right-brained people are more creative: Focus on how the hemispheres work.
- Adults can't grow new brain cells: Focus on Chapters 2 and 3.
- The brain is a computer: Focus on the chapter on memory.
- Your own theory: Based on your research, what do you think is correct?
Use headers to organize your paper. You should have at least three headers.
Additional Requirements
- Written communication: Written communication is in professional style with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
- Resources: Use a minimum of five sources: your flawed source, your textbook, the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct, and two peer-reviewed journal articles
- APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to APA style and formatting.
- Use Academic Writer for guidance in citing sources in proper APA style. See the Writing Center for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
- Length: 3–5 full double-spaced, typed pages from top to bottom.
- Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
- Competency 1: Relate the actions of the mind and body to psychological and physical health.
- Relate the actions of the mind and body to psychological and physical health.
- Competency 2: Construct alternative explanations based on perceived flaws in behavioral claims.
- Construct an alternative explanation based on perceived flaws in behavioral claims.
- Competency 3: Examine psychological research from the standpoint of adherence to the APA Ethics Code in psychological research involving human or nonhuman research participants.
- Explain psychological research from the standpoint of adherence to the APA Ethics Code in psychological research.
- Competency 4: Expose flawed sources of information.
- Choose a flawed source of information related to a myth.
- Explain peer-reviewed evidence.
- Competency 5: Write for purpose in a well organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.
- Use headers to organize paper.
- Use APA style formatting for citations and reference list with only minor errors.
- Address assessment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.
- https://capella.alma.exlibrisgroup.com/leganto/pub...
- https://capella.alma.exlibrisgroup.com/leganto/public/01CAPELLA_INST/citation/3494456890006731?auth=SAML
- resources
The Nervous System
The following chapters provide insight on the communication between neurons, which trigger activity in the brain. In addition, through the readings, you will learn about the functions and structures of the nervous system. Understanding these aspects will lend an understanding of the role each plays in our physical and psychological functioning.- Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2021). Brain and behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (6th ed.). Sage.
- Chapter 2, "Communication Within the Nervous System."
- In this chapter, the author explains how neurons communicate with each other.
- Chapter 3, "The Organization and Functions of the Nervous System."
- In this chapter, you learn about the major structures of the nervous system and some of their functions.
- Chapter 2, "Communication Within the Nervous System."
Hearing and Vision
This chapter explores how our brain processes audio stimuli and how we process language.- Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2021). Brain and behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (6th ed.). Sage.
- Chapter 9, “Hearing and Language.”
- Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2021). Brain and behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (6th ed.). Sage.
- Chapter 10, "Vision and Visual Perception."
The Body Senses
This chapter explores the way our sense of touch and awareness of where our body is in space works within our brains.- Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2021). Brain and behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (6th ed.). Sage.
- Chapter 11, “The Body Sense and Movement.”
Memory and Learning
This chapter introduces the concepts of memory and learning. These are two hot topics in biopsychological research. Some information you will gain is how and where memories are stored in the brain as well as how aging and other disorders impair learning.- Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2021). Brain and behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (6th ed.). Sage.
- Chapter 12, "Learning and Memory."
Neural Characteristics of Intelligence
This chapter explores specific topics related to the neural characteristics that contribute to intelligence, and the role of heredity and environment in forming intelligence.- Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2021). Brain and behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (6th ed.). Sage.
- Chapter 13, "Intelligence and Cognitive Functioning."
Research Methods and Ethics
Research Methods
In this chapter, you will be introduced to biopsychology research techniques, and you will explore why biopsychology creates ethical concerns. When conducting research in the field of psychology, and specifically biopsychology, it is imperative that researchers adhere to ethical guidelines and protect participants.- Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2021). Brain and behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (6th ed.). Sage.
- Chapter 4, "The Methods and Ethics of Research."
APA Ethics
In addition to the information in the textbook, be sure to review the APA's Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct in your reading list.- Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2021). Brain and behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (6th ed.). Sage.
Requirements: 3-5 Full Pages From Top to Bottom Times New Roman Size 12 Font Double-Spaced APA Format Excluding the Title and Reference Pages | .doc file
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