Psychology Paper 2 Assessment
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Which approach in psychology is primarily focused on the biological basis of behavior and mental processes?

  • Wundt's approach
  • Biopsychology (correct)
  • Introspection
  • Psychopathology
  • Which of the following is NOT a research method used in psychology?

  • Regression analysis
  • Experiment
  • Observation
  • Psychoanalysis (correct)
  • What is the primary focus of the psychopathology approach in psychology?

  • The study of the biological basis of behavior
  • The study of normal human behavior
  • The use of introspection to understand the mind
  • The study of abnormal behavior and mental processes (correct)
  • Which of the following is an example of a scientific process used in psychological research?

    <p>Observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Wundt's approach to psychology?

    <p>The use of introspection to understand the mind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of data handling and analysis technique used in psychological research?

    <p>Psychoanalysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the expected outcomes for students studying the topics in this paper?

    <p>Developing critical awareness of contemporary social processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are students encouraged to connect the topics studied with their own experience?

    <p>By using examples from their own experience of small-scale research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect should students pay attention to while studying the topics in this paper?

    <p>Drawing out links with other topics studied in the specification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must students be able to do concerning sociological research methods in the context of education?

    <p>Apply sociological research methods to the study of education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way should students interact with the research process when studying the topics in this paper?

    <p>Actively engage with the research process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Psychology in Context

    • Research methods, practical research skills, and mathematical skills will be assessed in Paper 2.
    • Students will develop these skills through studying the specification content and participating in ethical practical research activities.
    • Practical research activities will involve managing risks and using information and communication technology (ICT).

    Approaches in Psychology

    • Origins of Psychology:
      • Wundt, introspection, and the emergence of Psychology as a science.
    • Basic assumptions of the following approaches:
      • Biopsychology
      • Psychopathology
    • Research methods:
      • Students will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific processes, data handling, and analysis techniques.
      • Familiarity with their use and awareness of their strengths and limitations.

    Education with Methods in Context

    • The study of topics should:
      • Engage students in theoretical debate
      • Encourage active involvement with the research process
      • Foster critical awareness of contemporary social processes and change
    • Students will:
      • Examine topics using examples from their own experience of small-scale research
      • Draw links with other topics studied in the specification
    • Education:
      • Sociological explanations of education content
    • Methods in Context:
      • Students will apply sociological research methods to the study of education

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    This quiz assesses students' knowledge and understanding of research methods, practical research skills, and mathematical skills in the context of Psychology. It also evaluates students' ability to manage risks and utilize information and communication effectively during practical research activities.

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