Psychology Module 3 Study Guide
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Psychology Lesson 3.00 Study Guide
3.00: It's just a pre-test again. Your best guess will do just fine. Be sure to look for the answers to any
you miss as you go through the module... you may see them again!
Psychology Lesson 3.01 Study Guide
Guiding questions: Lesson 03.01:
1. Describe the difference between nature and nurture.
2. What are the components of heredity?
3. Describe the family units.
4. How has family changed over the years?
5. What is child abuse?
6. What is the number to call to report child abuse?
3.01 Assignment: Nature vs. Nurture.... which one is it? In this assignment you will be writing a letter to
the editor about nature vs. nurture based on one of the topics mentioned... (OK, maybe not a real letter
that you will send). Make sure you choose one of the options in which you will then defend either
nature or nurture. Using the option of your choice, be sure to include two examples to prove your
stance on either nature or nurture. Be sure to support your stance by using information you learned in
the lesson.
Cycle of Abuse
TOPIC
Nature vs. Nurture
Future Success
MAIN POINT
Support & detail
General topic information
Support & detail
Detailed topic information
Support & detail
Paragraph I:
What question am I addressing?
What is my position (my answer)?
Why is this an important issue?
Paragraph II:
2 to 3 examples of people you either know personally, have heard of
through friends and family, or is a person from the media/print.
What did they do – related to the point you are making.
How does this behavior (action) related to your point?
Paragraph III:
What was the purpose of your writing?
What was the main point you were making?
Whit is this an important topic?
Now look at the format you are supposed to use
& arrange your information.
SPELL CHECK!!!
Sample Letter to the Editor
Dear John Smith, editor of the Spectator,
My name is Ling Chen. I am a 17-year-old high school senior. I am writing this
letter in the hopes of shedding some light on the very debatable topic of nature
versus nurture.
I believe that children who have parents that are athletic tend to be athletic as
well. I believe that we are what we are based upon the way in which we were
made. I agree with the theory of nature as this theory goes along with the way
in which I feel about genetic tendency. Our genetics are determined by
parents. If a parent excels at something, their children are going to excel as
well.
The theory of nature versus nurture is a very debatable, often arguable topic.
It is my hope that readers will see my story and not discredit nature. Let’s face
it; we would never be here without our parents!
Respectfully submitted,
Linh Chen
Psychology Lesson 3.02 Study Guide
Guiding questions Lesson 03.02:
1. Who are the following and what are their theories?
Lawrence Kohlberg
Erik Erikson
Jean Piaget
3.02 Assignment: Development - From Womb to Tomb. In this lesson, you will be learning about the
three major developmental theories. Be sure you have good notes. You will need them all for this quiz.
You also will need them for the final exam as well, so keep them safe!
3.02 Developmental Stages
Key Idea
Information
(Key idea is the (Information is a
word or
description or
phrase).
definition)
Memory Cue
(Definition.
Memory cue is
a picture or
drawing)
Cognitive
Development
Sensorimotor
Stage
Pre-operational
Concrete
Operational
Formal Operation
Moral
Development
Preconventional
Conventional
Postconventional
***Print out the chart in lesson 3.02 for Erikson’s stages of social
development as well***
Psychology Lesson 3.03 Study Guide
Guiding questions Lesson 03.03:
1. What is the importance of conformity within a group?
2. What happens when a teen feels isolated?
3. Describe the physical changes in adolescence.
4. What are the different types of parenting styles? Discuss each.
5. What are factors associated with juvenile delinquency?
Assignment 3.03: It's not easy being a teen! Be creative. Tell me what is on your mind and what you
have learned from the lesson. Be sure to answer all six questions completely for full credit.
Psychology Lesson 3.04 Study Guide
Guiding questions Lesson 03.04:
1. What is difference between gender and sex?
2. Describe the differences in males and females in the following areas:
Workplace
Communication
Assignment 3.04: Men vs. Women - Gender Differences - There is nothing to submit for this lesson.
However, be careful not to skip this assignment as you will need this information for future discussionbased assessments, quizzes, and exams.
Psychology Lesson 3.05 Study Guide
Guiding Questions Lesson 03.05:
1. Compare the three phases of adulthood.
2. What is a mid-life crisis?
3. What are the stages of grief? Explain each stage.
Assignment 3.05: How old is old? You will be interviewing a person over the age of 60. This can be a
relative such as a grandparent, an aunt, an uncle, or someone you do not know so well like a friend’s
grandparent, a teacher, or administrator at your school. You can also visit a nursing home or ask your
friendly Walmart greeter! *Don't forget to add two of your own questions, in addition to your reflection
regarding the interview and what you learned. Be sure to have fun! :)
Psychology Lesson 3.06 Study Guide
Guiding questions Lesson 03.06:
1. What are depression, anxiety, and anger?
2. How can depression, anxiety, and anger be felt physically?
3. Why is it important to set goals?
4. What is self-esteem?
5. How can self-esteem be improved?
Assignment 3.06: YEAH! We finally get to talk with you again for the discussion based assessment. :)
Be sure to be prepared and have your notes ready. We will talk about what is in your notes and ensure
you will have success on your exam.
Use the Module 3 study questions below to help you prepare for the call with your instructor.
To prepare for your Module Three exam and DBA, you should know the answers to the following:
Lesson 03.01:
1. Describe the difference between nature and nurture.
2. What are the components of heredity?
3. Describe the family units.
4. How has family changed over the years?
5. What is child abuse?
6. What is the number to call to report child abuse?
Lesson 03.02:
1. Who are the following and what are their theories?
Lawrence Kohlberg
Erik Erikson
Jean Piaget
Lesson 03.03:
1. What is the importance of conformity within a group?
2. What happens when a teen feels isolated?
3. Describe the physical changes in adolescence.
4. What are the different types of parenting styles? Discuss each.
5. What are factors associated with juvenile delinquency?
Lesson 03.04:
1. What is difference between gender and sex?
2. Describe the differences in males and females in the following areas:
Workplace
Communication
Lesson 03.05:
1. Compare the three phases of adulthood.
2. What is a mid-life crisis?
3. What are the stages of grief? Explain each stage.
Lesson 03.06:
1. What are depression, anxiety, and anger?
2. How can depression, anxiety, and anger be felt physically?
3. Why is it important to set goals?
4. What is self-esteem?
5. How can self-esteem be improved?
Psychology Lesson 3.07 Study Guide
Assignment 3.07: Module Exam time. Be sure you know the developmental theorist and have those
charts handy!