Hi John, two things: is it possible to have separate SAQ's on kinship and twin studies, or will students always get an option? Also, could there be a SAQ on Adoption studies, as this isn't on the list? Thank you, Sam
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Study guide: Brain and behaviorDear Catherine, No, it is not. Although given as an example to practice the skill of contrasting, this question cannot be asked.
Study guide: Brain and behaviorCan I check, is 'contrast two brain imaging techniques' a valid question. I think the guide is quite vague about whether they have to learn two techniques in detail (I have taught them multiple techniques, but some students are thinking a good...
Study guide: Brain and behaviorThank you so much, John, as always!
KFC and anchoringDear Barbara I can see why students would think that, but it is not an effect of stereotyping. The halo effect occurs when we generalize from one trait of an individual to other traits, rather than judging them based on group membership.
Dion et al (1972)For the old guide, can halo effect be described as an effect of stereotyping? I saw that the markscheme does not mention it but it made me wonder...
Dion et al (1972)Thank you! Yes, SL only. We started with research methods, then they wrote their IAs. We covered biology, then moved on to cognition. In the syllabus, it lists so many biases, that I assumed I should cover more than one, but...
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Site authorDear Sam, They should always be asked together, but once it was asked only as twin studies. So, I prepare my students for both possibilities. There is no question on adoption studies. However, they could get asked a question on genetic...
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