LC Developing Skills for Psychologists/Neuroscientists 1
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What type of readings are classified as 'Essential' in the provided reading lists?

  • Readings that are recommended for future reference
  • Readings that are important to complete at the time (correct)
  • Readings that provide background information only
  • Readings that can be skipped without any consequences

Which of the following is NOT a database mentioned for finding literature?

  • PubMed
  • Google Scholar
  • Web of Science
  • ResearchGate (correct)

What should be the first step in Task 1 for finding literature on sensorimotor development?

  • Locate the bibliography of a scientific article
  • Search Google Scholar for articles
  • Get into pairs (correct)
  • Visit the University library

Which of the following sources is specifically referenced as benefiting research on sensorimotor development?

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What is the primary focus of the Task 1 assignment related to sensorimotor development?

<p>Gathering literature supporting nature and nurture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can students access readings if they are not available online?

<p>Visit the library to read them in hard copy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'Recommended / Background' readings?

<p>Non-essential readings with suggested relevance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tool should be used to find a specific article supporting a nurture explanation for sensorimotor development?

<p>Findit@Bham (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step recommended for reading a scientific paper?

<p>Pick your reading goal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the rules for reading scientific papers?

<p>Use statistical analysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When identifying an article for referencing, which source is appropriate?

<p>Journal paper/article (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which rule encourages engaging with peers about a scientific reading?

<p>Talk about it (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after reading an article according to the tasks outlined?

<p>Write initial thoughts on a worksheet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option does NOT relate to APA referencing style?

<p>Including emotional appeal in citations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of unpacking figures and tables in a scientific paper?

<p>Clarifies data presentation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which task is suggested to improve your referencing skills in APA?

<p>Find references for articles accurately (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Findit@Bham

A powerful search tool for finding academic articles, books, and other resources related to psychology and neuroscience. It's offered by the University of Birmingham and accesses a vast range of online content.

Google Scholar

A popular online search engine for academic literature. It allows users to search for articles, books, and other resources, providing citations and links to full-text publications.

PubMed

A specialized medical database focusing on the biomedical and life science literature. It's a valuable tool for researchers seeking information on health and medicine, including neuroscience and psychology.

Web of Science

A comprehensive database of scholarly articles and citations. It includes tools for searching, analyzing, and managing research data.

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APA PsycArticles

A curated collection of resources specifically related to psychology. It provides access to numerous articles and resources relevant to psychology, neuroscience, and related disciplines.

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Reading List

Provides a list of recommended readings for a course. It often highlights essential resources for understanding key concepts, while providing optional or background readings for deeper exploration.

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Bibliography

A section at the end of an academic article, chapter, or book that lists all the sources cited within the document. It provides information on relevant research and publications used as evidence in the text.

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Nature Explanation

A concept that argues development is primarily influenced by genetic factors and innate abilities. In the context of sensorimotor development, this refers to the idea that some aspects of motor skills are pre-programmed in our genes.

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Nurture Explanation

A concept that emphasizes the role of environmental factors, experiences, and learning in shaping an individual's development. In sensorimotor development, this involves how interactions with the environment and social influences contribute to the development of motor skills.

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Sensorimotor Development

The initial stage of cognitive development in which infants primarily learn about the world through their senses and motor actions. It's characterized by the development of basic motor skills, object permanence, and other fundamental cognitive abilities.

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Nature

One of the two main explanations for the origin and development of traits. It emphasizes the influence of innate qualities, genetic predisposition, and biological factors.

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Nurture

One of the two main explanations for the origin and development of traits. It emphasizes the influence of environmental factors, experiences, and learning on shaping a person's development.

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Referencing

The process of citing sources used in a research work to give credit to the original authors and to allow readers to locate the sources. It follows specific rules and formats.

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Citation

A structured way to organize and present information from a source, primarily focusing on the author, publication date, and title of the work. It facilitates the easy retrieval of referenced sources.

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Doing the Reading

Involves actively engaging with the content of the reading material. It goes beyond simply reading the text, it involves understanding the concepts, analyzing the information and critically evaluating the arguments.

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APA Referencing Style

A standardized system for citing books and other sources, used to provide accurate and consistent references for academic work.

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EndNote

A method of storing and managing bibliographic references, often used alongside APA Referencing Style.

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Author's Goal

The aim of the author when writing a scientific paper, typically answering specific research questions.

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Six Questions for Reading Scientific Papers

A set of questions to guide your reading of a scientific paper, helping you understand the study's purpose, methods, and findings.

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Unpack Figures and Tables

The figures and tables used in scientific papers are essential to interpreting the findings. These visual elements should be carefully examined and analyzed.

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Formatting Intentions

Scientific papers should be written in a clear and concise manner, ensuring that the information is easily understood.

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Be Critical

The process of reading a scientific paper critically involves evaluating the study's strengths and limitations.

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Talk About It

Actively engaging with the scientific literature involves discussing your insights with others, sharing knowledge, and expanding your understanding.

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Study Notes

LC Developing Skills for Psychologists/Neuroscientists 1

  • Course covers reading, library resources, and literature referencing
  • The lecture overview includes finding literature, referencing, and doing the reading

Finding Literature

  • Findit@Bham: Online library catalog for searching journal articles, books, eBooks, etc.
  • Search tools include: entering search terms, author/article/topic searches, advanced searches, database/resource filtering (e.g., Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, etc.)
  • Other search resources include CORE (free articles), Library Hub Discover (other library collections), PubMed (medical articles), and Web of Science
  • Google Scholar: Also indexes journals for broad search. Helpful to cross-reference
  • APA PsycArticles: Database of peer-reviewed articles from the American Psychological Association

Referencing

  • Key sources include books, journal papers/articles, chapters in books, policy documents (occasionally on web pages)

EndNote Online

  • The university uses EndNote online for creating citation and reference lists
  • Step-by-step guidance exists, including registration, transferring records, and using the platform

APA Referencing Style

  • The American Psychological Association style is used for formatting citations and references. Includes details on in-text citations and reference lists
  • Examples of referencing journal articles, books, and other sources are available.
  • Applicable to Google Scholar and Findit@Bham resources

Doing The Reading & Skills

  • Ten simple rules for Reading a scientific paper are presented (pick goal, understand authors' goal, ask questions, unpack tables and figures, understand formatting, be critical, be kind, go the extra mile, talk about it, and build on it)

Task 1

  • Find articles supporting nature/nurture viewpoints, related to the newborn and sensorimotor development covered in a previous lecture, using Findit@Bham
  • Repeat the search in Google Scholar; compare results

Task 2

  • Identify referenced articles using APA style for referencing

Task 3

  • Begin reading assigned articles, applying specific reading rules (like asking 6 questions)
  • Initial thoughts should be recorded and considered in conjunction with the specific assigned readings for this unit

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This quiz covers essential skills for psychologists and neuroscientists, focusing on literature searching and referencing. You'll learn about tools like Findit@Bham, Google Scholar, and APA PsycArticles, as well as effective methods for finding reliable resources. Test your knowledge on using these tools to support your research efforts.

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