Thanks for all of this prompt feedback. It is invaluable. Im wondering if the concept of Change in the course also looks at the development or changes in models and theories. The guide says "A key focus of psychological research...
Working Memory ModelYes, as it is included in the context, it may be asked on Paper 1C
Working Memory ModelFor Learning and Cognition, students need to know at least one cognitive model of one cognitive process. So, you could teach MSMM and/or WMM.
Working Memory ModelDear Laura This is an experiment on animals. I checked, and the guidelines say that "The use of animals is not allowed" (p54). Sorry to keep quoting the guide at you, but that is all we have to go on.
Internal Assessment (teacher)Hi, Laura - I think her connection is operant conditioning - the positive reinforcement techniques used to rehabilitate the animals. So her focus is on the behavior of the animals. My feeling is that this is not practical for...
Internal Assessment (teacher)Great, thanks a lot
Supervising Extended EssayFollow up: Do we teach this as well as MSMM for a Paper 1C question? Change or Measurement?
Working Memory ModelDear John I cant see any specific reference to the MSMM and the WMM in the IB syllabus. I will focus on the MSMM and do a quick overview of the WMM since it shows how the production of knowledge builds on previous knowledge in the HS (TOK LInk). Do...
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Site authorI think that psychology is rich for TOK. Unlike other sciences, we have all those variables of human beings that cannot be controlled. And there is a balance of qualitiative and quantitative approaches, each having different perspectives...
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