How psychological theories shape behavior and research directions within historical contexts
Assessment Description
This assignment explores how psychological theories shape behavior and research directions within historical contexts. It also explores how personal worldview, particularly from a Christian perspective, impacts research topics, methodologies, and interpretations, offering insights and navigating challenges in academic pursuits.
General Requirements
Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:
- This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
- Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
- Refer to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association for specific guidelines related to doctoral-level writing. The Manual contains essential information on manuscript structure and content, clear and concise writing, and academic grammar and usage.
- This assignment requires that at least two additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.
- You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Directions
Write a paper (1,500-1,750 words) that addresses the following:
- Considering both behaviorism and cognitivism, briefly discuss the influence of Gestalt and Humanistic theory on how behavior is viewed.
- Reflecting back on what you have learned regarding the historical developments in psychology, discuss how the evolution of psychological theories and methodologies informs the foundation and direction of your dissertation research. How do you see your work as a continuation of or a departure from these historical perspectives?
- Discuss how your personal worldview has influenced the selection of your dissertation topic, your research questions, and your methodological approaches. How does this perspective shape your engagement with participants, your interpretation of data, and the overall implications of your research findings? Additionally, reflect on any challenges or enrichments your worldview has brought to your academic and research processes.
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