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3310 ASSESS 3

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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.
    You can learn more about the myth you chose in Jarrett's 2014 book, Great Myths of the Brain, https://ebookcentral-proquest-com.library.capella.edu/lib/capella/reader.action?docID=1779308&c=RVBVQg&ppg=1 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 textbooks say 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 textbooks.
      • 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.
    Find and read two peer-reviewed journal articles that summarize a research study on the topic. You will use these articles to help debunk the myth through their research findings. Reviews of literature or meta-analyses are not appropriate for this assessment.For help finding flawed sources and peer-reviewed articles for this assessment, you may want to complete the library instruction activity:Consider whether the research is ethical based on one of the APA’s Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct. You should cite this resource in your paper.

  • Instructions

    Write a 3–5 page paper that includes:
    • A brief summary of the myth and evidence provided by the website (your flawed source).
    • The link for the flawed source: https://consciousflex.blogspot.com/2009/03/how-to-access-other-90-of-brains.html
    • Challenge the myth by providing scientific evidence that disproves the myth.
      • Identify and explain the underlying assumptions that support the myth.
      • Use two peer-reviewed journal articles to support your argument. For each scholarly source:
        • Summarize the methods, participants, and results.
        • Explain the reliability, validity, and generalizability of the findings.
        • Assess, using evidence from the article, the study’s adherence to TWO of the APA’s five Ethical Principles of Psychologists:
          • Fidelity and Responsibility.
          • Respect for People's Rights and Dignity.
    • 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 readings on intelligence.
      • The brain perceives the world as it is: Focus on the readings about our senses.
      • Right-brained people are more creative: Focus on how the hemispheres work.
      • Adults can’t grow new brain cells: Focus on readings about brain development.
      • The brain is a computer: Focus on the readings 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, a 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 double-spaced, typed pages.
    • Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.