Overview
OPTION 6: Reading and Reviewing of Selected Psychology-Related Book
What do I have to do? There are also several empirical and journalistic texts (still informed by empirical science) in the field that cover important topics in psychology. For this option, you will read the book (Kay Redfield Jamison An Unquiet Mind: A Memoir of Moods and Madness) its included below and write a book review/reflection. It will involve (1) carefully reading the book, (2) critically evaluating the information presented, (3) integrating the information learned with information learned in class this semester, (4) writing the book report, and (5) summarizing your book report.
- Grade will be based on (1) a thorough reading and understanding of the book, (2) a thoughtful review considering strengths and weaknesses, (3) integrating information learned from class, (4) sharing your own reactions to the book, and (5) appropriate references. Your book report should be at least 2-3 pages minimum with 1-inch margins, 12-pt times new roman font, double-spaced, with a cover page.
The following links can be used to help students organize their book report: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/common_... and https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/common_...
PowerPoints that we went over in class will be included to reference back to once question is assigned