What is one thing (i.e. concept, topic, theory, historical figure, research finding, etc.) that we have covered so far in this class that you disagree with or find unbelievable?

Please select one of the following questions to answer for your response paper.  Your response should be approximately 1 ½ to 2 pages, double spaced. personal reaction to the question.

Responses should reference information presented in class or information that you have read in the textbook.  This paper may include information from any of the topics leading up to, and including, the Cognition & Language lecture.  You have PLENTY of time to complete this assignment so please make your responses at thoughtful as possible!

What is one thing (i.e. concept, topic, theory, historical figure, research finding, etc.) that you have found to be the most interesting so far from this class, and why?  Please make sure that you thoroughly and accurately define the concept/theory/etc., in addition to giving your personal reaction to it.

Select a concept, topic, theory, or research finding that we have covered so far in this class and make a connection to your everyday life.  For example, you may describe a time when you have experienced or observed that theory, concept, or topic in your daily life.  Please make sure that you thoroughly and accurately define the concept, topic, theory or research finding, in addition to making a personal connection to it.

 

No plagiarism… please……. No Grammar Mistakes…

 

follow the direction or money back…

 

 

 

3.   What is one thing (i.e. concept, topic, theory, historical figure, research finding, etc.) that we have covered so far in this class that you disagree with or find unbelievable?  Please make sure that you thoroughly and accurately define the concept/theory/etc., in addition to giving your personal reaction to it.

oDescribe the role of personality in affecting situational behavior.

·Select two of the following theoretical approaches: psychodynamic, humanistic and existential, dispositional, or learning. Make sure the two selected are not the same as from Week Two.

·Obtain faculty approval.

·Prepare a 1,400- to 1,750-word paper in which you compare and contrast the theories selected. Address the following items:

 

oDescribe the role of personality in affecting situational behavior.

oExamine the personality characteristics attributed to each of the theories in your approach.

oExplain the interpersonal relational aspects associated with the theories selected.

 

Can not be on freud or adler

must be in apa format

include 3 references and in text citations

no duplicate work please do this new for me

Interpersonal Communication

Imagine that a newly engaged couple hears that you are taking a course in interpersonal communication, and wants advice for their relationship. What advice would you give them regarding how to effectively use interpersonal communication in their relationship? Write your paper in the form of a letter.

Instructions Choose at least five (5) of the twelve (12) course learning outcomes below to help guide your letter: For each of the five learning outcomes that you use, create a separate section with a heading that reflects the learning outcome that you are using.

Explain the principles and misconceptions in effective interpersonal communications. Identify the barriers to effective interpersonal interactions. Describe the process by which self-concept is developed and maintained. Assess their personal communications and improve their communication competencies. Develop strategies for active, critical, and empathic listening. Recognize how words have the power to create and affect attitudes, behavior, and perception. Understand how perceptions, emotions, and nonverbal expression affect interpersonal relationships. Define emotional intelligence and its role in effective interpersonal relationships. Evaluate appropriate levels of self-disclosure in relationships. Describe strategies for managing interpersonal conflicts. Recognize how self-concept and defensive and supportive messages and behaviors create positive and negative communication climates. Understand the impact of gender and culture on interpersonal communications.

Write an eight to ten page paper (excluding title and reference pages) in the form of a letter. In this paper, address at least five concepts (choose the concepts that you feel are most important to successful communication within interpersonal relationships). Your advice cannot be based on your own opinions; you must back up your advice with research, which may include readings from this course or from outside sources. In total, your paper must include at least five (5) sources, including at least two (2) from the Ashford University Library. This is a formal paper and should utilize proper grammar, complete sentences, appropriate paragraphs, and correct citations/references in proper APA (6th edition) style. However, you will write this paper in the format of a letter to the newly-engaged couple, and may address the couple throughout the paper. For example: “Dear Sara and Tim, my advice to you for a successful relationship is…” Along with explaining concepts and including research, you may also use your personal experiences as examples of the research and advice that you are offering.

The paper must be formatted according to APA style. Cite your resources in text and on the reference page. For information regarding APA samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center, within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar.

Writing the Final Paper The Final Paper:

 

Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.

Psychology Emotion & Motivation Case Analysis Assignment

Emotion & Motivation Case Analysis Assignment

 

Due: Week Seven
Points: 100

Case Analysis
Joe, Stacie, and Shannon are all employees within the same organization.  Consider each employee’s characteristics below. Then address the questions following the employee descriptions.

Employee 1: Joe enjoys coming to work each day. He finds pleasure in the outcome of his work.  He believes his work helps others.  He seeks out new ways to make his work more effective, and often initiates new work projects.  He likes to stay busy throughout the day. He sometimes has a hard time if there is not enough work to do.  He has no desire to leave the organization and would like to continue to be promoted within the company as he gains experience.

Employee 2: Stacie finds, that although she used to like her current position within the company, she now finds it less rewarding. She has been in the same position for a few years, and in the past, enjoyed working on the team she was assigned. Recently, she had the opportunity to work on a special project, but this work was temporary. She found the brainstorming, planning, and development related to the project invigorating and engaging. Once the project was completed, she returned to her prior position. She no longer finds her current position as satisfying as she used to prior to working on the special project. She is considering changing positions within the company, if possible, or seeking out a job in another organization.

Employee 3: Shannon comes to work every day on time. She does her job as assigned, works very hard, takes on challenging tasks to improve performance, and ensures that this is noticed by others. She is very clear about the expectations for her position as well as the criteria for evaluation.  During annual evaluations, she hopes her evaluation scores are high enough for her to be eligible for a merit raise. One of her primary goals for this year is to be nominated for the employee of the year award at the company’s annual dinner, which comes with both a preferred parking space and a cash bonus.

a)  Select two of the employees above.  For each employee, select one of the theories/models below, and explain why that model/theory applies to the selected employee.  (Use a different model for each employee)
– Achievement Motive (3 aspects of achievement-oriented behavior)
– Arousal Theory
– Drive Reduction Theory
– Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation
– Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
b) Consider how emotions might influence the motivation of the employees you selected.  Which emotions might decrease motivation in one of the above employee scenarios?  Which emotions might increase motivation in one of the above employee scenarios? Explain.
c) How could an individual or organization use knowledge about the motivation theories and models above to increase motivation within the workplace?PSY111 Emotion & Motivation Case Analysis Rubric – 100 Points

Student Name_______________________

  Excellent/Exceeds Expectations Good/Meets Most Expectations Incomplete/Meets Partial Expectations  
Points Possible 30-28 27-22 21-1 POINTS EARNED =
(30 points)

(a1) For first employee, select and explain how one of the theories/models applies to describe employee’s motivation.

Complete discussion of how motivation theory/model describes employee. Fully supports description that demonstrates investigation of major theories of motivation. Describes how one of the theories/models describes employee’s motivation. Needs minor additional detail or support to be complete. Partial description of how theory/model describes employee’s motivation OR incorrect use of a model. Needs significant detail or support to be complete. Feedback Comments:

 

Points Possible 30-28 27-22 21-1 POINTS EARNED =
(30 points)

(a2) For second employee, select and explain how one of the theories/models applies to describe employee’s motivation. (Different model than used on first employee.)

Complete discussion of how motivation theory/model describes employee. Fully supports description that demonstrates investigation of major theories of motivation. Describes how one of the theories/models describes employee’s motivation. Needs minor additional detail or support to be complete. Partial description of how theory/model describes employee’s motivation OR incorrect use of a model. Needs significant detail or support to be complete. Feedback Comments:
Points Possible 10 9-8 7-1 POINTS EARNED =
(10 points)

 

(b) Consider how emotions influence motivation. Explain which emotions might decrease motivation, and which emotions might increase motivation.

Considers fully how emotions influence motivation to explain the range/variation in human thoughts and behavior. Considers and discusses all items indicated in directions. Fully supports description. Discusses how emotions influence motivation. Considers and discusses most items indicated in directions. Needs minor additional detail or support to be complete. Partial discussion of how emotions influence motivation. Considers and discusses some items indicated in directions. Needs significant detail or support to be complete. Feedback Comments:
Points Possible 10 9-8 7-1 POINTS EARNED =
(10 points)

(c) Discuss how an individual or organization uses knowledge about the motivation theories and models to increase motivation within the workplace.

Thorough application of theory to real-life settings. Describes how an individual or organization could use knowledge about motivation theories and models to increase motivation within the workplace. Fully supports description. Considers how an individual or organization could use knowledge about motivation theories and models to increase motivation within the workplace. Needs minor additional detail or support to be complete. Partial application of how an individual or organization could use knowledge about motivation theories and models to increase motivation within the workplace. Needs significant detail or support to be complete. Feedback Comments:
  Excellent/Exceeds Expectations Good/Meets Most Expectations Incomplete/Meets Partial Expectations  
Points Possible 10-9 8-7 6-1 POINTS EARNED =
(10 points)

Writing Mechanics sentence structure, run-ons, fragments, agreement, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, etc.

Demonstrates knowledge and use of writing mechanics, enhances the readability Demonstrates knowledge and use of writing mechanics but with errors that may detract from the readability Difficulties with readability due to inappropriate use of writing mechanics Feedback Comments:
Points Possible 10-9 8-7 6-1 POINTS EARNED =
(10 points)

Writing Organization Coherence: all writing fits together, makes sense, and flows in effective order – beginning, middle, end

 

Clarity: all writing is consistent and logical

 

Coherence: Well organized and purposeful writing; has beginning, middle, and end; strong and appropriate transitions

Clarity: Expresses ideas clearly and logically

 

 

 

Coherence: Sequence of information difficult to follow; lacks a clear beginning, middle, and end; few or inappropriate transitions

Clarity: Attempts to express ideas clearly; sometimes difficult to follow

 

Coherence: Unclear; lacks beginning, middle and end; fails to use transitions appropriately

 

Clarity: Disjointed connection of ideas; difficult to follow

 
  For each requirement not completed, points(s) will be deducted as explained below.

(Maximum Deduction 10 Points)

POINTS DEDUCTED:
Requirements for basic APA document formatting and citations

(Maximum Deduction 10 Points)

Your assignment requires the following:

– Name at top of document (-1 point)

– 1 inch margins (-1 point)

– Times/Times New Roman font (-1 point)

– 12 point font (-1 point)

– Double spaced (-1 point)

– Informal citations within the worksheet (-1 point)

– Informal list of references (-2 points)

– Quotation marks when directly quoting a source (-2 points)

Feedback Comments:
  FINAL SCORE:
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