Explore the broad historical landscape of psychology

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Discussion Post: History/Systems of Psychology- Orienting to the History of Psychology

Getting Started

You've certainly heard the names of the important figures instrumental in the developing history of psychology. Names like Sigmund Freud, Alfred Adler, Carl Jung, and B. F. Skinner, among others, might initially come to mind. But you may be more familiar with some of the popular ideas or concepts embedded in their theories than the people behind the ideas. For example, you've heard of "free association," or "inferiority complex," or "birth order," or even "cognitive dissonance." These are ideas that have emerged from psychological theories to become part of how we talk to one another about human behavior.

The questions you are asked to respond to in this discussion will help you dig into what you already know about the history of psychology. This prior knowledge acts as a base for expanding that knowledge. We need to connect the people, events, and ideas in this historical timeline if we are going to fully understand the significance of modern psychology. So use this discussion as a brainstorming session that will help jump-start your thinking while you are inspired by some of the observations and ideas of your fellow classmates.

Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:

1. Explore the broad historical landscape of psychology.

Background Information

In this first discussion post, you will introduce yourself to your classmates, telling them some basics about your life and what interests you about this course. You are encouraged to tell others one historical fact about your life dealing with your heritage, ethnic background, or family tradition that you feel comfortable sharing.

Before participating in the discussion, read the assigned chapter from the textbook and watch the video A History of Psychology. Also be sure to read the article "How to Write an Engaging Online Discussion Post." These resources will stimulate ideas for the discussion and help you add content value to your discussion posts.

Instructions

I. Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.

II. Read Chapter 1 in your textbook, A History of Psychology: The Emergence of Science and Applications.

III. View the video "The History of Psychology."

IV. Read How to Write an Engaging Online Discussion Post and apply the guidelines to your weekly discussion posts.

V. Navigate to the discussion topic and respond to the following discussion prompts:

1. Based upon your current, but limited, knowledge of psychology and its history, what one event, person, or theory stands out in your mind as the most significant development in psychology? Explain.

2. Consider this statement: We must explore psychology's origins and development to clearly see and understand modern psychology. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Explain.

3. What one question regarding the history of psychology most intrigues you at the start of this course? Explain.

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