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Who published the first American textbook to include significant information on experimental psychology?
Who published the first American textbook to include significant information on experimental psychology?
What year was the Little Albert Experiment conducted by John B. Watson and Rosalie Rayner?
What year was the Little Albert Experiment conducted by John B. Watson and Rosalie Rayner?
Which psychologist is known for establishing the first experimental psychology lab at a women's college?
Which psychologist is known for establishing the first experimental psychology lab at a women's college?
Which event is associated with Edwin Boring in the field of experimental psychology?
Which event is associated with Edwin Boring in the field of experimental psychology?
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In what year did Lee Cronbach publish his work on construct validity?
In what year did Lee Cronbach publish his work on construct validity?
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What significant contribution did Albert Bandura make in 1961?
What significant contribution did Albert Bandura make in 1961?
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What laboratory did Fr. Angel de Blas establish in the Philippines?
What laboratory did Fr. Angel de Blas establish in the Philippines?
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What defines modern science according to the content provided?
What defines modern science according to the content provided?
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What is the primary purpose of conducting an experiment in psychology?
What is the primary purpose of conducting an experiment in psychology?
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Who is credited with publishing the first experimental psychology textbook?
Who is credited with publishing the first experimental psychology textbook?
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Which event is considered the beginning of modern experimental psychology?
Which event is considered the beginning of modern experimental psychology?
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What characterizes experimental research according to the content?
What characterizes experimental research according to the content?
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What notable contribution did Herman Ebbinghaus make to experimental psychology?
What notable contribution did Herman Ebbinghaus make to experimental psychology?
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Which psychologist opened the first experimental psychology lab in the United States?
Which psychologist opened the first experimental psychology lab in the United States?
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What does experimentation in psychology primarily evaluate?
What does experimentation in psychology primarily evaluate?
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In what way did the experimental psychology labs established by Wundt and Hall differ in their purpose?
In what way did the experimental psychology labs established by Wundt and Hall differ in their purpose?
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Study Notes
Experimental Psychology Overview
- An experiment is a controlled research method where independent variables are manipulated to test a hypothesis about a dependent variable.
- Allows evaluation of causal relationships while managing confounding variables.
- Experimental research aims to understand future behaviors and the effects of treatments or changes.
Historical Milestones
- 1874: Wilhelm Wundt published "Principles of Physiological Psychology," the first textbook in experimental psychology and established the first psychology lab, marking the discipline's foundation.
- 1875: William James opened a psychology lab in the U.S. for class demonstrations, not original research.
- 1879: Wundt founded the first experimental psychology lab in Leipzig, Germany, signifying the start of modern experimental psychology.
- 1883: G. Stanley Hall opened the first experimental psychology lab in the U.S. at Johns Hopkins University.
- 1885: Herman Ebbinghaus published "On Memory," detailing his self-experimentation on learning and memory.
- 1887: George Truball Ladd published "Elements of Physiological Psychology," the first significant American textbook in the field.
- 1887: James McKeen Cattell established the third experimental psychology lab at the University of Pennsylvania.
- 1890: William James released "The Principles of Psychology," a seminal work in the discipline.
- 1891: Mary Whiton Calkins established an experimental psychology lab at Wellesley College, becoming the first woman to do so.
- 1893: G. Stanley Hall founded the American Psychological Association, the largest professional group for psychologists in the U.S.
- 1920: John B. Watson and Rosalie Rayner's "Little Albert Experiment" demonstrated classical conditioning of emotional responses.
- 1929: Edwin Boring published "A History of Experimental Psychology," influential in the promotion of experimental methods.
- 1955: Lee Cronbach introduced construct validity in psychological testing, enhancing research methodologies.
- 1958: Harry Harlow conducted attachment experiments using rhesus monkeys, contributing to understanding of love in psychology.
- 1961: Albert Bandura's Bobo doll experiment showcased the effects of observational learning on aggression.
Psychology in the Philippines
- Psychology instruction began in the Philippines at the University of San Carlos and the University of Santo Tomas in the 17th century.
- 1938: Fr. Angel de Blas established the first experimental psychology lab in the Philippines at UST.
Characteristics of Modern Science
- Modern science is grounded in experimentation and significantly influences daily life, from technology to health.
- Science impacts many aspects, including daily decisions and conveniences, emphasizing its importance in everyday activities.
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of experimental psychology, including the definition and importance of experiments in research. Participants will learn about the manipulation of independent variables and the evaluation of causal relationships while considering confounding variables.
