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What is the primary focus of psychological factories in the context of psychological research?
What is the primary focus of psychological factories in the context of psychological research?
- Collaboration and shared resources among researchers (correct)
- Individual achievements and personal success
- Maximizing publication output at any cost
- Promoting a competitive environment among scientists
Which of the following best describes the challenges related to causality in the historiography of psychology?
Which of the following best describes the challenges related to causality in the historiography of psychology?
- Established timelines always confirm specific outcomes
- Causality is difficult to establish due to the absence of counterfactuals (correct)
- Counterfactual scenarios are readily accessible for analysis
- Historians can easily establish causality through clear evidence
What does bibliometric analysis primarily rely on to understand trends in psychological literature?
What does bibliometric analysis primarily rely on to understand trends in psychological literature?
- Intuitive insights from individual researchers
- Qualitative evaluations of historical contributions
- Large datasets tracking term frequency and co-occurrence (correct)
- Surveys conducted among contemporary psychologists
What issue is highlighted concerning diversity in the historiography of psychology?
What issue is highlighted concerning diversity in the historiography of psychology?
How does bibliometric analysis contribute to understanding the stability of psychological research methodologies?
How does bibliometric analysis contribute to understanding the stability of psychological research methodologies?
In what way do psychological factories influence the perception of scientific progress?
In what way do psychological factories influence the perception of scientific progress?
What is a significant limitation of inferring relationships in the history of psychology?
What is a significant limitation of inferring relationships in the history of psychology?
Which statement best encapsulates the impact of psychological factories on research output?
Which statement best encapsulates the impact of psychological factories on research output?
Historiometry is a statistical approach to find patterns in historical data of human personality or behaviour
Historiometry is a statistical approach to find patterns in historical data of human personality or behaviour
Which of the following statements about historiometry is correct?
Which of the following statements about historiometry is correct?
Psychological factories can be characterized by:
Psychological factories can be characterized by:
Scientific personae and moral economies focus on:
Scientific personae and moral economies focus on:
Which of the following applies to multisited ethnography?
Which of the following applies to multisited ethnography?
The biography of scientific objects primarily involves:
The biography of scientific objects primarily involves:
Flashcards
Psychological Factories
Psychological Factories
Highly productive research laboratories that consistently publish scholarly articles and foster collaboration between researchers. They emphasize the collective aspects of scientific progress.
Significance of Psychological Factories
Significance of Psychological Factories
They shift the focus from individual achievement to the collective processes and ecological contexts that drive scientific advancement, moving beyond the 'hero worship' of individual scientists.
Causality in History of Psychology
Causality in History of Psychology
It is difficult to establish causality due to the lack of counterfactuals (alternative timelines) and the reliance on inferring relationships, which can lead to speculative conclusions.
Diversity in History of Psychology
Diversity in History of Psychology
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Bibliometric Analysis
Bibliometric Analysis
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Example of Bibliometric Analysis
Example of Bibliometric Analysis
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Value of Bibliometric Analysis
Value of Bibliometric Analysis
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History of Psychology as a Discipline
History of Psychology as a Discipline
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Study Notes
History of Psychology - Session 1: Introduction
- Session 1, History of Psychology, was introduced by Loreen Tisdall, Center for Cognitive and Decision Sciences, on September 23, 2024.
- The session covered the history of psychology, with a focus on introductory concepts.
- Key dates for psychology's development are prominently displayed (1950-1999).
- The course utilizes various methods including bibliometric analysis.
- The course provides learning outcomes for students to enhance their understanding of course structure, materials availability, and historical methodology in psychology
- Key issues in the study of history include causality and value-free judgements
Agenda
- Course overview: sessions, materials, examination details were included in the agenda.
- Discussion points: the reasons for studying the history of psychology, problems associated with historical accounts, and various approaches to studying psychology's history were addressed.
- A summary of the session's key topics was outlined.
Learning Outcomes
- Knowledge about course structure and available materials.
- Understanding the pros and cons of studying psychology's history.
- Awareness of challenges related to historical research.
- Knowledge acquisition regarding historiographic methods.
- Critical reflection on the impact of different historical research methods on perceptions of psychology . (e.g., Great Man vs psychological factors).
Course Overview
- Course materials. include slides available from the course website and linked course materials
- Key readings linked on slides are available online, for example via ADAM HS2024 or Vorlesungsverzeichnis (online course directory).
Session Information
- Session schedule details including dates, topics, instructors, and locations in the teaching building.
- Examination information: Exam will be held on 16.12.2024 in the Bernoullianum, Grosser Hörsaal 148. The exam format includes multiple choice questions and a mock exam scheduled for end of November. ADAM forum Q&A for support is provided.
Any Administrative Questions?
- An exercise to list 3 events/people which fundamentally influenced the development of psychology was provided.
Why Study History of Psychology?
- Historical context for ideas development
- Understanding of current paradigms and their origins
- Avoidance of past mistakes in research.
- Recognizing contributions. (e.g., less known researchers, diverse individuals, women).
- Insights into interdisciplinary connections (philosophy, biology, economics, and sociology).
- Fostering critical thinking and encouraging revision.
- Inspiration and potential for future research.
- Building a sense of identity and connection within the field.
Problems for Studying History
- Issues of causality (correlation vs cause)
- Historical biases including not value-free opinions.
- Absence of counterfactual scenarios.
Who is the History of Psychology?
- A list of 25 psychologists most frequently cited in professional literature, and in introductory psychology textbooks is presented.
How to Study History of Psychology
- Utilize bibliometric methods to explore trends in research over time.
Example: Bibliometric Analysis
- A method for reviewing terms in scientific journals and how those terms evolved over time to support development.
Summary of This Session
- Explanation on how to study the history of psychology as a scientific discipline.
- The impact that cultural and social influences have had on the development of the field.
- Evaluation of the contributions of key figures in psychology.
- Different ways to approach the history of psychology which include different historiographic methods.
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Description
Explore the introductory concepts of psychology's history in this first session led by Loreen Tisdall. The session highlights important milestones and methodologies, while discussing key issues such as causality and value-free judgments. Gain insights into the relevance of historical studies in psychology and the course structure.
