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Once you have met the requirements to declare the major, you must visit ATLAS to declare the psychology major.

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True

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The Psychology Department has over 1200 declared psychology majors.

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True

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To declare the Psychology major, you need:

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PSY 100, 210, and 310 with a grade of B or better and a GPA of 3.0.

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Please match the campus resource with the services they provide students.

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__1__ Academic Advising for Psychology majors and minors, course equivalency credits, GE advising, capstones, unit requirements, GPA requirements, class planning, double counting, and CSULB graduation requirements. __3__ Where to file to graduate __2__ General psychology-related questions, psychology course info, psychology course syllabi, grad school info, jobs, internship opportunities, and PSY 301 help.

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You can drop by the Psychology Resource Office (PRO) in room PSY 206 for:

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-Questions about the Psychology Department Resources -Graduate School in Psychology resources -Help finding a job with a BA in Psychology resources -PSY 301 help -Course syllabi from Psychology courses

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If you were looking for opportunities for Research experience, where could you look?

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-The Faculty Research Areas section of the Psychology department website -In the Psychology Resource Office (Room 206) on bulletin boards, handouts, or postings -By asking faculty you've taken classes with about openings in their research labs

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When looking for research opportunities, you should focus on asking tenured or tenure-track faculty members.

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True

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The College of Liberal Arts Advising Center (ATLAS) is in PH1 Room 104. ATLAS is open Monday-Friday, and you can drop in or make an appointment to see them about Psychology major requirements, declaring the psychology major, GE requirements, units, GPAs, or other majors and minors in the College of Liberal Arts. ATLAS does all the academic advising for psychology students.

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True

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To graduate from CSULB, you need:

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-at least 120 total units -3 upper division Capstone courses -at least a 2.0 in all four GPAs (overall, CSULB, major and upper division major GPA) -to complete all major requirements -to complete all lower division GE courses or have your GE certification

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A Psychology minor requires at least ____ units.

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23

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30 units out of your 120 total units needed must be taken in Residency, this means:

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at least 30 out of your 120 units must be taken at CSULB

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You must pass the Writing Proficiency Exam (WPE) or take a writing course at CSULB before graduating to meet the GWAR writing requirement.

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True

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You must file a request to graduate (using the form found online at the enrollment services website):

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after 90 units and before the enrollment services deadline for graduation terms (Oct. 15th for Spring Graduations; March 1st for Fall Graduations).

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PSY 241- Psychobiology is required for:

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-taking PSY 331, 332, 333 and all the other Group 1 psychology courses --psychology major requirements for graduation -psychology minor requirements for graduation

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All departments handle prerequisites differently. In the psychology department, you can take a psychology course without the prerequisites.

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False

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Which sources could you use to find out what the prerequisites for psychology courses are? (check all that apply)

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CSULB catalog the Psychology Major Handbook on the Psychology Major ; Minor Checksheets

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If you register for a psychology course and do not have the prerequisites:

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-you can and most likely will be dropped from the class by the instructor once the semester starts. -you will still have to take the prerequisite course for the psychology major or minor. -you will not be prepared for the course and will fall behind.

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If you plan on going to Graduate School in Psychology, you should plan on taking: (check all that apply)

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-PSY 310 Intermediate Statistics, 411 Experimental Design ; Analysis, and 412 Multivariate Statistics -PSY 314 Assessment and/or 315 Testing -PSY 499 (Independent Study credit doing research with a faculty member)

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At CSULB, a grade of D is considered a passing grade. However, the Psychology Department requires you to have a grade of C or better in PSY 100, 210, and 220 for admission to the major.

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True

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The last category of the psychology major requirements requires you to take 2 courses from other departments. One must be from the list of __________ courses. The other must be upper division (300 level or above) from any of the approved departments.

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Ethnic Studies

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You can get a list of the approved ethnic studies courses from: (check all that apply)

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-The Psychology Resource Office in room PSY 206 -The Psychology Department website -The main psychology department office (in PSY 100) -Inside the Psychology Major Handbook -The University Center for Undergraduate Advising in the Horn Center, room 103.

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All courses take at a Community or Junior College are considered lower division. Lower division community college courses CANNOT be used for upper division (300 level or above) CSULB courses. You can check Assist.org or in the Psychology Major Handbook for transfer equivalents at CSULB.

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True

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At CSULB you can take PSY 100, 210, and 220 all in the same semester.

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False

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If you are declared as a psychology "pre-major", you will have to declare a "real" major by 60 units.

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True

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The Psychology Student association (PSA) and Psi Chi Psychology Honor Society: (check all that apply)

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-meet together every other week -put on Psych Day every spring -look good on vitas and resumes for applying to graduate school and jobs

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Which group of psychology courses are open to Psychology majors only? (Meaning you must be declared as a psychology major to take these courses)

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The 400 level courses

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Students at CSULB are limited to ____ units of repeating.

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28

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Match the unit limit to the requirement below

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--16 units - Grade Forgiveness (new grade replaces old bad grade in your GPA) --18 units - Total number of units you are allowed to withdraw (drop) from at CSULB --12 units - Grade Averaging (after you have used up your grade forgiveness units, the grades in any courses you repeat will be averaged together in your GPA) --120 units - Total number of units you need to graduate with a psychology BA at CSULB --28 units - Total number of units you are allowed to repeat (includes both grade forgiveness AND grade averaging) at CSULB

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This document is a graph depicting median weekly salaries and rates of unemployment across persons of various education levels (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2014). A college education should be valuable to you in many ways, but certainly one practical value of it can be measured in terms of financial gain. The 2014 graph shows that, as compared to a high school graduate, a college graduate with a bachelor's degree:

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earns, on average, $433 more per week and is about half as likely to be unemployed

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The amount of material students are assigned to read in their courses dramatically increases in college. Which of the following are important techniques for boosting reading comprehension? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Link the topics you are reading to knowledge you already possess -Examine major topics to be covered (e.g., a chapter outline) before reading -Generate a list of questions about the topics that you want to cover -Quiz yourself about the major topics after you finish reading

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As compared to high school, the difficulty of the academic work increases significantly in college. This increase in difficulty takes the forms of: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-the amount of material you are expected to learn can be extensive -the expectation that students will demonstrate purposeful and reflective thinking about the material -understanding the material in greater depth as topics are covered in more detail -professors assigning and expecting work to be completed at an advanced level

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According to the research on time management, _____ appears to play an important role in working efficiently (Strickland & Galimba, 2001).

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setting personal goals

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In high school, teachers bear much of the responsibility for their students' learning. In college, however, professors organize and facilitate the course, while you are largely responsible for actively engaging in your own learning. This expectation for students to independently direct their own learning is why:

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you spend fewer hours in college classes than in high school

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College professors rely heavily on ______ as the primary organizing element of a course.

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a syllabus

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Many college students notice that the transition from high school brings more rules for their academic work. In fact, the strictest aspect of most course structures is the _______ according to which the academic work must be completed.

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schedule

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The academic environment of college classrooms requires that you are:

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open and tolerant of diverse points of view

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An extensive amount of learning research has revealed that there are right ways and wrong ways to study. The research clearly shows that the most effective way to learn information is by "spaced practice" which is the EXACT OPPOSITE of ______.

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cramming

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One of the biggest adjustments that must be made when adjusting to college revolves around the academic environment. Compared to most students' high school experiences, the information that is learned in college and the degree to which it is learned, is largely dependent upon their own _________.

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initiative

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Research shows that adopting an internal or external locus of control has measurable consequences. Which of the following statements best describes what we know from that research?

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College students with an external locus of control experience greater stress and higher rates of substance abuse, while students with an internal locus of control experience greater academic achievement.

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As a student, it is useful for you to have "test-wiseness" - namely, the ability to use features of a test to improve your scores. Some common test-wise strategies are which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Always look over the exam before starting to develop a plan for working through all items. -Be alert for key words in questions (e.g., except, not, all, but). -Recognize patterns on a specific professor's test (e.g., "none of the above" is never correct). -Eliminate options you are sure are incorrect by physically removing them from consideration.

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Two factors that are known to impact academic performance, and which you have considerable control over, are: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

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-sleep -stress

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Academic success in college is largely based on your ability to learn new information and master new skills. Research in cognitive psychology has taught us that learning is maximized when the information to be learned is: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-reduced to meaningful and manageable units -rehearsed and reviewed repeatedly over time -actively processed

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Learning research (Wagner, Schober, ; Spiel, 2008) has found that students had the best academic performance working on a variety of tasks in discrete (separate) ____ intervals.

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30-minute

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Research shows there is strong positive correlation between hours spent studying and grades earned (i.e., studying longer results in better grades).

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false

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Consider the discussion about class attendance. While in class, resist the temptation to passively occupy your seat: you should speak up, ask for clarification, and _____.

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volunteer

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An explanatory style refers to your beliefs about what causes the positive and negative events in your life. A student with an internal locus of control would likely explain a poor grade she received on a written assignment by:

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recognizing her own shortcomings in preparing the paper

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With decreased time spent in the class, professors are less available than your teachers were in high school, but professors form very strong mentoring relationships with outstanding students who show interest in working with them on their research or teaching.

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true

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College assignments usually require extensive writing. There are several strategies that help you to be successful across many varieties of writing assignments. What are those successful strategies? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Start early, because good writing requires time. -Draft your written assignment and revise it repeatedly. -Break large written assignments into independent stages.

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Almost every college student at some point procrastinates, and over half of them engage in systematic procrastination that leads to academic problems.

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true

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One reason college campuses are great places to be is because they are loaded with services designed to help students succeed, available mostly for free or for a nominal fee. Check them out at CSULB, and use them to your advantage!! Just to name a few, campuses provide students with services for: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-academic advising -career development -counseling -disability support -tutoring -writing assistance

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In college, organizational skills are essential because assignments:

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are usually more labor intensive and you have less time to complete them

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There is a sizable body of research to show that improved academic performance is related to taking notes:

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particularly when students add their own ideas

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Many students utilize the input and advice of their peers as their primary source of information about their major, but students sometimes share such information in ways that dramatize and exaggerate ______.

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_reality___

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You will face academic challenges in your psychology major that, if you successfully overcome them, make your academic work worthy of a degree in a field. Of all your choices for how you might respond to these challenges, we hope you aspire to overcome them by:

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putting forth effort to meet these challenges and, in so doing, acquire valuable skills and knowledge that represent a psychology degree

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Several difficulties common among psychology majors relate to understanding the scientific basis of the discipline. These difficulties are described in all of the following EXCEPT:

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the lack of opportunities to practice scientific skills in their courses

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In 2013, the APA developed and revised very explicit guidelines about the nature of academic work for the undergraduate psychology major. Some of these 10 guidelines are: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-scientific inquiry and critical thinking -sociocultural and international awareness -ethical and social responsibility in a diverse world -professional development -communication skills -knowledge base in psychology

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Students who gravitate to psychology believing it to be a relatively easy route to a bachelor's degree often:

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caught off guard by the academic rigor of the major

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When performing literature searches, results of searches are best examined:

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in chronological order, with most recent first

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Which of the following best represents appropriate and professional viewpoints regarding the research and applied areas of psychology?

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Research and applied areas of psychology are intertwined, and it is unwise to separate the two.

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Successful psychology majors must be able to tolerate the ambiguity and uncertainty that comes with the expected degree of _______ learning required during undergraduate study.

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independent

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There are several strategies you can incorporate into your approach to the academic work in the psychology major that will improve your chances of success in adjusting to the type of learning that is required. These include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-making it a top priority to stay up to date with your academic work -working to combat any misleading expectations you have for passive learning in your courses -learning to ask for help when you need it, but not before you put forth a concerted effort

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The best way to find internships and other out-of-class experiences is to:

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actively seek them out on your own

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Research from the National Center for Education Statistics indicates that only ____ percent of high school seniors in the United States are proficient writers. (INSERT NUMBER)

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27

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Because employers value writing skills highly, being able to write well can really set you ahead of the competition when it's time to apply for jobs. Writing is highly valued in the undergraduate psychology major, so this is the time to polish your skills. Three of the following are suggested steps for enhancing your success in adjusting to the writing demands of academic work in psychology. Which one is NOT?

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Psychology as a discipline believes that practice makes perfect, and undergraduates are required to write a great deal so that they will eventually produce excellent papers on their first attempt that need no revision.

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Research has repeatedly surveyed psychology undergraduates and faculty regarding their expectations about what psychology majors should learn (Gaither ; Butler, 2005; McGovern ; Hawks, 1986). Although there is much overlap in the views of undergraduates and faculty, students and faculty disagree strongly in their expectation about:

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applied skills like therapy - students expect this as a core part of the undergraduate degree while faculty do not

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Most of the follow are TRUE about organizing literature review papers. Which one is NOT true?

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It is a common experience that students struggle with the small number of sources that are available.

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One of the most helpful strategies you can undertake to ensure your success in and progression through the psychology major is to:

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carefully plan how you will go about completing your degree requirements

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Gaining experience outside of the classroom provides many benefits including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-a new perspective about possible career paths -greater maturity regarding your academic and career goals -knowledge and skills that cannot be developed through in-class coursework

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Psychology majors sometimes struggle needlessly to overcome challenges in their academic work instead of taking advantage of many valuable resources. Perhaps the greatest resources students have at their disposal are the _____. HINT: INSERT ONE WORD

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professors

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Undergraduate degree programs in psychology cover a broad scope of the field by ensuring all majors learn all of the following EXCEPT:

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how to provide basic counseling skills to help others with their problems

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Finally, one more tip for succeeding in the psychology major - get involved! There are often guest speakers, events, and meetings of organizations, for example __ __, the International Honor Society in Psychology.

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psi chi

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How much time should you plan on spending on 301 work each week?

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about 6 to 8 hours per week

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Where should you click to find the 301 required assignments? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Click on Content then scroll down to Assignments -Clicking on the 301 Course Home and then finding the bookmark to Assignments

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Questions or comments should be sent to:

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[email protected]

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A student named Sarah Alexander who has a question for the instructors should use which of the subject headers on her email?

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Alexander, Sarah - question

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If you want prompt (within 48 hours) feedback to a question submitted via email, you should send it:

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from Monday morning to Thursday noon

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Students can send email through BeachBoard in PSY 301.

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False

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Late work is accepted in PSY 301.

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False

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When submitting questions to the instructors at [email protected], each e-mail message should contain no more than _________ (insert one word or number) question.

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1

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A 35 point quiz has _____ questions.

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35

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After the due date/time, you can only review quizzes you had taken before the due date. You review past quizzes by:

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going to the quiz on the Quizzes tab on BeachBoard and clicking on Submissions

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If a student discovers that no credit has been received for work that was submitted, the student should:

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send an email message to [email protected] within ONE week of the due date or grade posting.

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The final exam will be given:

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-at specified times to be announced -in the computer lab in the Psychology building -using BeachBoard

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When submitting written assignments, it is NOT acceptable:

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-to copy from a friend -to cut and paste from an Internet link -to copy directly from the text

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Assignments to be submitted to the Black Box in the Psychology Resource Office (PRO - in room PSY 206D) are due:

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by 3 pm of the due date

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When submitting more than one assignment to the Black Box at the same time, staple each assignment separately (In other words, never staple TWO or more assignments to each other. If you staple two assignments together, you will NOT get credit for the second assignment.)

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True

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To keep up with all information and assignments in the course it is suggested that you check BeachBoard News announcements and email:

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several times per week including a Monday and Tuesday

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If you must miss a quiz:

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you can make up missing points by doing one or more of the Extra Credit assignments

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There are many different Extra Credit assignments available during the semester. Each student may earn:

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no more than 160 points of Extra Credit

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Instructions for Extra Credit can be found:

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on BeachBoard, under Content, then Extra Credit.

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It is necessary to earn at least 135 points on the major project in order to get a C in the class, even if you have enough overall points to get a C (or better) grade.

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True

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You should post your PSY 301 Assignment Schedule somewhere you can see it every day.

answer

True

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For hard copy assignments, a BeachBoard news announcement will be posted once Grades are ready and available. If you do not see any points for an assignment you submitted, you have _____ week(s) (insert word or number) to report the missing points to the instructors by email at [email protected].

answer

1

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To receive an A in the course, you need to: (Check all that apply) (All answers must be correct to receive credit for this question.)

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-complete this Course Procedures Quiz with a score of 30 or better -earn at least 210 of 300 possible points on the final exam -complete all sections and subsections of the major project -earn at least 195 points on the major project -submit the academic/career planning assignment

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Why is it necessary to earn a minimum number of points on the project and the final exam to earn an A or B or C in the course, even if the total points accumulated are more than needed for that letter grade? Check all that apply. (All correct answers must be selected to receive credit for this question.)

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-The instructors feel the project is one of the most important assignments in the course. -There is more control over who has contributed to (and completed) the project and the final exam than there is for many of the quizzes. -The final is a better reflection of what the student has retained than are individual quizzes that can be completed by guessing and repeating the quiz until the desired points are obtained.

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Written assignments due in hardcopy are submitted to the ______.

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black box

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If you are confused about an assignment, you could do any of the following EXCEPT:

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Ask any PRO Guide or the receptionist in the psychology office for help.

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One of the following statements about the services that PRO Guides provide to PSY 301 students is not true. Identify the false statement.

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Any PRO Guide will be able to help you with all of the assignments, because all PRO Guides have completed PSY 301 and the course does not change from semester to semester.

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To help you identify the course assistants when they are holding office hours in room 206D of the Psychology Resource Office (PRO), they will be wearing _______ (insert color) name tags. Therefore, PSY 301 students should only ask people wearing that color name tag for PSY 301 help while in PRO.

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green

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The questions on the final exam are taken from the quizzes. To do well on the final exam you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

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try to read all of the course materials when you are studying for the final

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Indicate which of the following situations are appropriate to bring to the course assistants. You should visit a course assistant . . . . . (Check all that apply.) (All answers must be correct to receive credit.)

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-if you need clarification about the meaning of the instructions for an assignment

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Assignments due to the BeachBoard dropbox must be written as word documents and then uploaded to the dropbox.

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true

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Assignments that are NOT graded by BeachBoard (e.g., hard copy assignments due to the Black Box) will be graded:

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3 - 4 weeks after the due date and a news announcement will be posted when points are available

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You can submit an assignment to the Black Box at any date or time when PRO is open, as long as it is before the due date and time. This means you could be 2-3 weeks ahead in assignments at any given time. (Assignments become available 3 weeks before they are due).

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True

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PSY 301 is a course that: (check all that apply)

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-is created for psychology majors -provides information for getting the most out of your undergrad education -offers lots of extra credit -uses the resources in the Psychology -Resource Office (PSY 206) for some assignments

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Because all psychologists are trained in how to design research, gather data, and analyze results, research-based careers occur in every subfield of the discipline, including clinical and counseling psychology.

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True

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Experimental psychologists' research skills are general enough to be applied to a variety of topics.

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true

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Developmental psychologists view development from a ______ perspective.

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global

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Although most developmental psychologists focus on research careers, increasing numbers of them are pursuing ________ endeavors, such as designing a program to address language delays in preschoolers and assessing its effectiveness in various settings.

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applied

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A study investigating long-term effects of stress on the body would most likely be conducted by a __________ researcher.

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biopsychological

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A core part of your education as an undergraduate and graduate student in psychology will include training in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-research methodology -statistics

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Although fewer in number than doctoral programs, master's programs exist in the research subfields, the largest number in:

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experimental

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Social psychologists investigate areas such as: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-aggression -interpersonal relationships -stereotypes

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The research-intensive nature of the graduate training in the research subfields allows doctoral programs in these areas to offer students substantial financial support. Typically, these doctoral students:

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do not pay tuition and are paid to do research or teach

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One lesson that you will learn from psychology research is that results of studies are only as valid as the methods used to conduct that research. A Methods section is like a "recipe" of how to conduct the study, and every detail matters. In the social psychology research example described in detail in your text (Goff, Jackson, DiLeone, Culotta, ; DiTomasso, 2014), differences in the way adults perceive children may be based on _______, beginning when the child in question is around the age of 10.

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race

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Graduates with bachelor's degrees who are interested in the research subfields often find rewarding work as a research assistant for institutions or private companies. Their responsibilities usually include all of the following EXCEPT:

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designing the purpose and methods of research projects

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Because of its interests in topics such as attention, perception, memory, reasoning, and language, cognitive psychology has recently:

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developed more connections to other disciplines, such as education and computer science

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Biopsychologists are interested in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-the impact of medications on behavior -the impact of disease processes on behavior -how biological systems affect behavior

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A study by Kleykamp, Jennings, Sams, Weaver, and Eissenberg (2008) investigated the effectiveness of nicotine patches in helping individuals stop smoking. Which of the following accurately describes one finding from this biopsychological study?

answer

Symptoms that smokers experience when they do not smoke are only partially based on nicotine withdrawal.

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The goal of _________ research is to advance our understanding of some topics. The knowledge that this kind of research generates answers questions about how something works, and this knowledge typically sparks additional research.

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basic

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Surveys of undergraduate psychology majors reveal that:

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new majors are often surprised to learn that research and statistics will be a priority in their psychology courses

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As an undergraduate, good preparation for graduate training in the research subfields of experimental, developmental social, cognitive, and biopsychology begins with your being highly successful and enjoying courses in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-statistics -introductory psychology -research methods -seminars in experimental design

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Psychologists in academic settings serve many roles. These roles include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-supervising undergraduate research -generating new knowledge through research -supervising graduate student research -teaching undergraduate students -training future psychologists

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Master's programs in the research subfields prepare you to either seek employment that utilizes your training or pursue a doctoral degree. The best indication of which of these a specific program will prepare you to do is to:

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inquire about what recent graduates of the program are currently doing

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____________ % of all recent graduates in research subfields of psychology are employed full-time in academic settings (APA, 2011).

answer

68

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________ % of U. S. PhDs awarded between 2002 and 2012 were in the five research-intensive subfields of experimental, developmental, social, cognitive, and biopsychology.

answer

33

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"How do a variety of factors in a learning environment (like multimedia-based instruction and rehearsal schedules) affect human learning?" is a question a(n) __________ psychologist would ask. (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-experimental -cognitive

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In all settings where research psychologists work (academic, government, and private sector), research careers will carry specific expectations for:

answer

productivity

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A good way for you to gain additional understanding of careers in research within psychology is to _______.

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read the research literature

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The goal of ______ research is to use existing knowledge for a specific purpose, typically solving a real-world problem.

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applied_

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Your text reminds you to keep in mind two important things about master's level programs in the research subfields. They are that: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

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-a master's degree may make your application to a doctoral program more attractive -a master's degree in a research subfield is not enough to make you a psychologist

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Hands-on _______ experience is essential for any undergraduate student who is considering graduate training in a research-oriented subfield of psychology.

answer

research

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Approximately __________% of recent graduates in the research-oriented subfields of psychology are employed full time in private sector and government positions (APA, 2011).

answer

26

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According to the U.S. Department of Labor (2014) median salary estimates, it is most financially profitable for a recent bachelor's degree graduate working in research-oriented psychology to become a(n) _________.

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market research analyst

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Dr. Balaban from Eastern Oregon University describes the process of research. As an undergraduate research assistant, you would be LEAST likely to gain expertise in which of the following skills:

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developing your own research studies

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The primary goal of graduate training in experimental, developmental, social, cognitive, and biopsychology is to ensure that all graduates:

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have the knowledge and skills to conduct their own independent research

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Background Information: Postdoctoral training occurs immediately after finishing a doctoral program. It often involves developing independent research while sharing the laboratory facilities of an established faculty member. A typical "postdoc" position lasts a few years. According to your text, indicate if the following statement is true or false: Over half of all new graduates in psychology subfields immediately pursue postdoctoral training (APA, 2011).

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false

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___ % of all master's degrees granted in psychology in the U.S. are in the I/O subfield (APA, 2014).

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9.7

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As a subfield of psychology, I/O psychology is primarily interested in all of the following topics EXCEPT:

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What aspects of a salesperson's behavior influences the customer's decisions the most?

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I/O psychologists assist in company hiring decisions by designing methods to select new hires (personnel) for the company. Which of the following is NOT an example of an assessment component of the personnel selection process of I/O psychology?

answer

training measures

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The workplace, or the behavior of the company as a whole, is the focus of ______ psychology.

answer

organizational

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I/O psychologists' careers are dependent upon more than just their performance in their positions. Your text discusses how their employment is affected by all of the following factors EXCEPT:

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from which university the I/O psychologist obtained their graduate degree

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The I/O psychologist who is most likely to travel to where there is demand for their services and is retained to help a company deal with a specific issue is a(n):

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consultant

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If you are interested in working in areas related to I/O psychology with a bachelor's degree, it would be most lucrative (profitable) for you to pursue positions as a(n):

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sales manager

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According to APA (2011) data, I/O psychologists with doctoral degrees are most frequently employed in which of the following ways?

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business, organization, or government settings

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Many graduate programs in the I/O psychology subfield place emphasis on:

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coursework and internship experiences

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The U.S. Department of Labor (2014) ranks I/O psychologists as the ______ wage earners of all the psychology subfields.

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highest

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Most states now require that I/O psychologists who intend to refer to themselves as psychologists and engage in psychological testing when working with clients must have a doctoral degree and be licensed.

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true

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Recently, increased interest in master's level training options for I/O psychology caused the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) to:

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provide funding to universities to develop master's programs in the subfield

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Dr. John Chan states that the most rewarding aspect of his career as an I/O psychologist is helping organizations realize the importance and value of creating effective ______ management processes to identify high potential individuals and develop their people.

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talent

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If you are interested in applying to I/O graduate programs, it is recommended that you take and enjoy which of the following courses as an undergraduate? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Psychological Testing -Learning and Behavior -Ethics -Research Methods

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Your text profiles Dr. Russell Johnson, an I/O psychologist and associate professor of management at Michigan State University. Dr. Johnson describes a major benefit of pursuing an I/O degree such that doctoral graduates in I/O enjoy:

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a wide variety of employment opportunities in business, government, or academic settings

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The Psychology Resource Office is located in the Psychology Building, Room ______ . (Insert room number only.)

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206

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While PRO guides can recommend which courses might be most useful for graduate school or an intended career, only ATLAS advisers should tell you which courses you need for graduation.

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true

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Students may borrow materials from the Psychology Resource Office (PRO).

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false

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The main reason students are asked to leave their backpacks and briefcases securely locked up in the PRO lockers is to prevent them being used to inadvertently (or intentionally) carry off PRO's resource materials.

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true

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In which room in PRO would you find course syllabi?

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Student Resources Room (SRR)

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The course syllabi provide information about:

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the structure of the course according to the instructor.

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Where in PRO can you find information on undergraduate research opportunities?

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Graduate Resources Room binder of past research, lobby postings of current research, and the handout on getting research experience

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In PRO, information on undergraduate scholarships is located in/on:

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Student Resources Room binders and bulletin boards

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If you call the PRO phone number, you can expect:

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no answer if the office is busy, because PRO Guides are instructed to give priority to students who appear in person.

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Which of the following statements are true about the computers in PRO? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Students must bring their own paper when printing from the office computers. -If available, the computers in the SRR can be used by any student whenever the office is open. -A student using the computers in the SRR should limit the amount of time spent if other students are waiting. -The computers in the SRR are primarily intended to be used by psychology students.

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PRO Guides take PSY 406 (for class credit) and serve as PRO Guides for:

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an academic year.

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One of the most popular resources in PRO is the set of course ___________ (insert one word and be careful to spell it correctly).

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syllabi

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If you want to find out systematically about jobs and internships available to psychology students, you should:

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look on the bulletin boards about jobs and internships in the Career Resources Room

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The PRO website has a "Getting Involved in Research" webpage to help students understand what working on faculty research is like.

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true

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The Black Box where All PSY 301 students should drop off assignments and projects specified for the Black Box is located in the:

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CRR

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Information about upcoming events in the Psychology Department can be found in the

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PRO Lobby

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To declare psychology as a major or minor, students must first meet the admission requirements and then go to:

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ATLAS (PH1 room 104)

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PRO Guides are able to recommend all of the following EXCEPT:

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what instructors to take

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Students can go to the Psychology Resource Office (PSY room 206) for departmental resources, such as recommendations of the major or minor courses, graduation school information, or information on jobs ; internships. Students can go to the Psychology Department office (PSY room 100) for administrative needs, such as signatures on add/drop forms during the first few weeks of the semester.

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true

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Information on jobs and internships for psychology majors can be found in:

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the Career Resource Room (CRR) inside PRO (PSY 206)

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If you need help getting course credit for a course taken at another school, you must obtain a request form from ATLAS (in PH1 room 104).

answer

True

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The notion that the entire field of psychology involves applied work in mental health is a common __________.

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misconception

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According to the National Science Foundation (2013), what percentage of all psychology doctoral degrees awarded in the U.S. were in clinical and counseling psychology combined?

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48%

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Currently, only two states allow clinical and counseling psychologists to prescribe medications. Which two? (CHECK TWO BELOW)

answer

-Louisiana -New Mexico

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This term is used to describe activities that involve providing direct services to patients.

answer

practice

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As noted in your text, it is never appropriate for a person with only a BA degree in psychology to offer applied psychological services to another person (even friends and family). However, if you'd like to use your bachelor's degree working in jobs that tap into aspects of clinical and couseling psychology, your best bet for maximizing your salary would be a position as a:

answer

community and social services specialist

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Assessment refers to any formal evaluation of a patient, typically using standardized tests and interviews. They are performed to answer such questions as: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-what can the field of psychology learn from this patient -what might be the correct diagnosis -what treatments might be recommended -what is the state of the patient's current functioning

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__________ are first trained in medical school, then specialize in mental illness. They use psychotropic medications as their primary method for treating mental illness.

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Psychiatrists

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There are two basic types of graduate programs in clinical and counseling psychology: university-based (e.g., psychology departments at universities) and professional school programs (institutions that are largely independent from universities). Potential students need to understand how they differ, in order to select an appropriate graduate program. Which of the following statements about the differences between these two kinds of programs is TRUE?

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University-based programs largely grant PhD degrees (meaning doctoral students here do significant research), while professional school programs grant PsyD degrees.

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A middle-aged gentlemen has just experienced a tragic death of a family member. Since then, he has been showing a few signs of depression, and the depression is worsened by daily stress of his job and events that remind him of the death. Although he might benefit from either psychotherapy or counseling, which approach is most appropriate in his case?

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counseling

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Clinical and counseling psychologists' theoretical orientation in their practice is likely to be heavily influenced by their:

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graduate program

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What percentage of clinical and counseling psychologists work in a private practice or outpatient clinic immediately after they complete graduate school?

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9%

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Counseling psychologists tend to concentrate on providing interventions that return patients to their normal _________.

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functioning

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According to the US Department of Labor, the median income of clinical and counseling psychologists in 2014 was $__________.

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67,760

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There are many career options related to the fields of clinical and counseling psychology. Several of them are listed below. Select which ones typically require a master's degree. (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-marriage and family therapy -recreational therapy -social work -occupational therapy

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Which of the following are characteristics of psychotherapy? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Its focus of treatment is to cure the problem. -It's used on problems that are internal to self.

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The Boulder model is a specific type of graduate training for clinical and counseling psychologists. Which of the following are characteristics of the Boulder model? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Students are prepared for careers in research. -Successful completion of the program results in a PhD.

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To receive licensure as a clinical or counseling psychologist, all states require:

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a passing score on the national licensing exam, the Examination for Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP)

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Clinical and counseling psychology students who are not interested in conducting research may prefer to pursue a:

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PsyD

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The following statements describe how different kinds of training programs in clinical and counseling psychology (master's vs. doctorate) affect career options. Indicate which of the following that are TRUE. (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Students pursuing doctoral degrees in clinical or counseling psychology typically must complete a predoctoral internship. -A doctorate is required to practice as a clinical or counseling psychologist.

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The American Psychological Association (APA) offers accreditation for:

answer

doctoral programs in clinical and counseling psychology

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Since the 1970s, a great deal of U.S. health care is offered through managed care organizations. Surveys of licensed psychologists have found that 80% report that managed care has had a negative impact on their work. Which of the following explain this negative impact, as described in your text? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

--Managed care organizations have sought the services of master's level (not doctorate) mental health providers, because these professionals are willing to accept lower reimbursement rates. --Managed care organizations contributed to greater competition among clinical and counseling psychologists for patients and a greater willingness to provide services for reduced fees.

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ALL of the following are consequences of attending an unaccredited program in clinical or counseling psychology EXCEPT:

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a disqualification for becoming a professional member of APA

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A clinical or counseling psychologist's license must typically be renewed every five years, with renewal granted upon successful completion of continuing education requirements.

answer

False

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Despite a number of negatives, managed care plans have had a positive impact on clinical and counseling psychologists, because these plans: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-increased public access to mental health care -addressed rampant treatment costs -created a more predictable flow of new patients and referrals

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Graduate schools report that the THREE most important components in a student's application are: (CHECK THREE BELOW)

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-research experience -letters of recommendation -personal statement

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All the following undergraduate courses are recommended for students interested in clinical and counseling psychology EXCEPT:

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-research methods -ethics -statistics -natural sciences -psychometrics -learning -computer science

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There are many options for working with a bachelor's degree in areas related to clinical or counseling psychology. Of the following, if you are interested in working in a treatment facility AND interested in maximizing your salary, you should apply for jobs as a:

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psychiatric technician

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Kimberlyn Leary, PhD, offers words of advice to students interested in clinical and counseling psychology. She says, "Think big, follow your heart. Over the course of a career - if you are lucky - your _____ will change. Treat your career as an adventure."

answer

interests

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________ psychologists are likely to serve in the role of practitioners who work directly with individual students to overcome significant problems relative to achieving their education.

answer

school

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Which of the following would you be REQUIRED to have, if you wished to work as a school psychologist in a public school setting in most states? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-national certification as a school psychologist granted by the National Association of School Psychologists -minimum of the specialist level degree -completion of the Praxis School Psychology Exam

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According to 2011 data from the American Psychological Association, educational psychologists most often find employment in:

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academic settings

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Your text provides a profile about Dr. William Pfohl, a professor at Western Kentucky University and someone who has had a very successful career in school psychology. In reading his biography, you learn to appreciate that school psychology is a profession where:

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professionals enjoy a hands-on career working with real people in real settings

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The median salary for a practicing school psychologist in 2014 was:

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$67,760

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Educational psychologists are interested in a wide variety of topics related to teaching and learning. Their interests encompass all of the following activities EXCEPT:

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working directly with individual students in formal settings, like classrooms

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The single biggest issue that school psychologists focus on is:

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addressing students' special needs such as physical, emotional, and learning disabilities

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Even though undergraduate psychology programs do not prepare students to earn a teaching certification, many school districts allow individuals to teach while they work to earn their certification.

answer

true

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School psychologists can face serious employment challenges because of always changing legislation and requirements placed on schools that determine funding for their positions. These challenges have resulted in which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-increasing caseloads where one school psychologist must serve several schools in a district -a severe shortage of school psychologists that has existed for some time and is expected to continue -school psychologists feeling a sense of isolation from fellow professionals

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The American Psychological Association (APA) evaluates and provides training standards for master's level programs in school psychology.

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false

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School psychologists engage in program evaluations in situations where:

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gathering information about an academic program will help serve individual students

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Which of the following statements about specialist-level training in school psychology are TRUE? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Students typically must complete a master's program before being admitted to the specialist's program. -Some programs offer a specialist-level degree by itself (no master's degree component). -Programs at the specialist-level degree require both coursework and practicum/internship experience. -Many specialist-level programs require a combined master's and specialist's degree.

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If you'd like to prepare for graduate training in school psychology, you should concentrate on and excel in undergraduate courses in development, research, and education as well as:

answer

psychological testing and diversity

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In recent decades, the need for school psychologists has dramatically increased (the number of them doubling between 1970 and 1980, then another doubling by the early 1990s). The most influential event affecting school psychology was:

answer

the passage of federal legislation called the Education for All Handicapped Children Act

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To work in areas related to educational and school psychology with a bachelor's degree in psychology, you may want to consider teaching. According to the U.S. Department of Labor (2014), the median salary estimate for elementary school teachers was:

answer

$53,590

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The field of exercise and sport psychology is exclusively applied to athletes.

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false

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Imagine that you want to identify some of the cutting-edge topics currently under investigation in exercise and sport psychology. To do so, you decide to skim the literature and see what research is being reported in relevant journals. ALL of the following are actual journals EXCEPT:

answer

Research in Performance Quarterly

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Your text describes a variety of research areas studied by exercise and sport psychology professionals to illustrate the field's broad array of research interests. -Examples of sport psychology research include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-gambling by student and professional athletes -disordered eating in dance professionals -maintaining an exercise program -gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender issues in sport -psychological issues associated with officiating (being a referee)

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Galli (2013) recommends that undergraduate students who wish to pursue graduate study in exercise and sport psychology should:

answer

double major in psychology and exercise science

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Evaluating the effectiveness of a stress reduction program for gymnasts is an example of which type of exercise and sport psychology service?

answer

research

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The American Psychological Association (APA) reflects the tremendous diversity of subfields in psychology by identifying specific divisions, each one related to a subfield. Which division should you investigate to learn about exercise and sport psychology?

answer

Division 47

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Given the increasing interest in the field of exercise and sport psychology, competition may squeeze out master's-level practitioners in favor of doctoral-trained individuals, particularly because more states are requiring licensure at the doctoral level in order to practice.

answer

true

question

Question 51 1 / 1 point Sachs, Burke, and Schweighardt (2014), in their publication entitled Directory of graduate programs in applied sport psychology, 11th edition, provide information on over ___ master's and doctoral training programs that have some sport psychology component. (INSERT NUMBER)

answer

100

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The Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) is a major organization helping to define the field, and it divides exercise and sport psychology into three interrelated areas: Social Psychology, Performance Enhancement/Intervention, and Health and Exercise Psychology. Which of the following best describes the focus of the Health and Exercise Psychology area?

answer

the role of excercize in disease remediation, injury rehabilitation, and stress reduction

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Students interested in graduate training in exercise and sport psychology must choose one of two distinct academic training paths, each with its own benefits and limitations in terms of career preparation and eligibility. The two paths are: (SELECT TWO BELOW)

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-psychology -kinesiology

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State licensure regarding careers in exercise and sport psychology is required for individuals who: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-perform diagnoses -do research -provide treatment -do assessments

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When the APA recognized sport psychology as a proficiency area in 2003, it identified the populations and groups that would be served by sport psychologists. According to the proficiency designation, those served by this profession would best be described as:

answer

a full range of sports participants as well as those not directly participating (families, coaches, administrators, officials)

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Which of the following jobs related to exercise and sport psychology would you be eligible for with a bachelor's degree? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-recreational worker for a state park -youth sports coach -health fitness instructor

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The TWO most common employment settings for those with graduate training in exercise and sport psychology are: (SELECT TWO BELOW)

answer

--academic positions at colleges/universities --a private practice where only a portion of the work is devoted to exercise and sport psychology

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If you were interested in examining some recent research articles about health psychology in children, you might consult which of the following psychological journals first?

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Journal of Pediatric Psychology

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Research-oriented health psychologists often develop strong ties to local clinics and hospitals that can provide them with participants for their research studies.

answer

true

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Because of their appreciation for environmental influences on health, health psychologists often utilize ______ therapy and interventions in their practices.

answer

family

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The APA finally recognized the practice area of health psychology as a specialty in _____ (PROVIDE YEAR).

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1997

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Health psychologists may provide individuals with health-focused intervention strategies. These strategies include all of the following EXCEPT:

answer

medication management

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The Tempe Summit Report was generated by major leaders in the field of health psychology in 2007. This report outlines six competencies that all health psychologists who provide services to the public must possess. The ability of a health psychologist to evaluate a person's readiness for gastric bypass surgery falls under the competency referred to as:

answer

assessment

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Health psychology recognizes that health is influenced by three types of factors. Those factors are: (SELECT THREE BELOW)

answer

-psychological -sociocultural -biological

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According to the specialty designation by APA, the practice of clinical health psychology includes which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of illness -application of knowledge to promote and maintain health -improvement of the health care system

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The subfield of health psychology envisions a very bright future that is full of positive contributions to our everyday lives. Future challenges for the subfield include all of the following EXCEPT:

answer

finding cures for five major diseases that are currently the leading causes of death

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There are a number of areas related to health psychology in which you might work with a bachelor's degree. One option is to work as a __________, who assists in the delivery of rehabilitative services who have health impairments.

answer

occupational therapy aide

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In their profession, clinical health psychologists provide services to: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-health care providers -individual patients -entire communities -patients' families

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Many individuals practicing in the clinical health psychology area do so in _____ practices, working alongside physicians, nurses, and other healthcare workers to provide the full spectrum of services patients need.

answer

group

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Health psychology can be divided into three broad areas of study which include all of the following EXCEPT:

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wellness and illness

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If you are interested in working as a clinical health psychologist, remember that it is important to seek out a graduate program that is:

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APA-accredited

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Dr. Regan Gurung, a health psychologist at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, reports that a hot area of study in health psychology is cultural differences. Some of the examples of cultural health disparities he discusses include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-Heart disease death rates are more than 40% higher for African-Americans than for European-Americans. -Individuals in Nevada are more likely to be heavy drinkers. -Men are more likely to have lung cancer than women. -Individuals in California and Hawaii are less likely to smoke.

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An excellent resource for students to learn about current job openings in a variety of subfields of psychology is at http://jobs.psyccareers.com/. This website:

answer

is APA's Online Career Center

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The applied clinical area of neuropsychology could not exist without the ________ area of neuropsychology.

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experimental

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Research in neuropsychology is an ever-changing, constantly moving field. As a neuropsychologist, you should also keep up with research in closely related fields including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-medicine -cognitive psychology -neuroscience

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The Houston Conference Report specified a knowledge base required for specialization in clinical neuropsychology that included all of the following areas EXCEPT:

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professional psychology

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Neuropsychologists are extremely helpful in establishing a baseline of functioning for patients for a variety of disorders. These baselines can be used in the future to:

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judge disease and recovery rates

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For which of the following neuropsychology related careers available to individuals with a bachelor's degree would you expect to earn the highest median salary?

answer

health educator

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For neuropsychologists with strong interests in the neurosciences, employment opportunities can be found in many government agencies. A doctoral student whose research focused on stroke rehabilitation issues should most likely contact which of the following government agencies for related job opportunities?

answer

NINDS

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Occupational Information Network (2012) reports that a person trained with a neuropsychology specialty that includes board certification is very likely to command a significantly higher median wage than for all other practicing psychologists (clinical, school, and counseling) combined.

answer

true

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Selected examples of recent topics researched by neuropsychologists include all of the following EXCEPT:

answer

the effectiveness of educational programs that encourage use of helmets when cycling

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Where can you find information on graduate training programs in clinical neuropsychology? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-APA's Division 40 website -APA's Graduate Study in Psychology publication

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Intervention, one of the core professional activities of neuropsychologists, would include the responsibility of:

answer

developing rehabilitative programs for individuals who suffered a traumatic brain injury

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There are a variety of jobs in areas related to neuropsychology that are available to individuals with a bachelor's degree. In which one of them from the list below would you be LEAST LIKELY to work directly with patients?

answer

social science research assistant

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The area of clinical neuropsychology that concentrates on treating adults appears to fall into two broad categories best identified as:

answer

practice and research

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The Houston Conference Report established the expectation that postdoctoral education and training for clinical neuropsychology be at least ________, fulltime.

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2 years

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Forensic psychologists contribute to the discipline and the legal system in four main ways (listed below). Which of these four main areas is the largest within forensic psychology?

answer

clinical practice

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To help the court determine if a defendant is able to understand the charges, the legal issues and procedures in a case as well as possible penalties, a forensic psychologist would administer a:

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competency to be adjudicated assessment

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Trial consultants assist with jury selection as well as case development and strategies. Which of the following undergraduate classes provide excellent preparation for the skills needed by these particular forensic psychologists?

answer

research methods and applied statistics

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Given that the work is in the legal system, extensive background checks are conducted on people seeking employment as forensic psychologists. Any evidence of drug use and even traffic violations can disqualify a candidate from employment in many positions.

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true

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Research within the forensic psychology subfield is quite varied, and different topics overlap with the interests of many of the other subfields within psychology. For example, investigations of workplace violence intertwines the interests of forensic and _____ psychology.

answer

industrial/organizational

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Forensic psychology programs train students in criminal profiling.

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false

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Forensic psychology includes subfields known by a variety of names. Which one of the following is NOT one of the names used to refer to forensic psychology?

answer

Psychology and Judicial Systems

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Multisystematic therapy would be classified under the applied area of:

answer

criminal forensic psychology treatment

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What credentials are currently required for many treatment provider positions in correctional environments within the forensic psychology subfield? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-licensure -postdoctoral training

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Taking into account both clinical and research-oriented forensic psychology graduate programs, the data from Helms (2008) suggests _____ as the best choice.

answer

University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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Graduates with a bachelor's degree in psychology can work in many positions related to forensic psychology including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-probation officer -caseworker/case manager -correctional treatment specialist

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Helms and Mayhew (2006) surveyed individuals involved in selecting students for graduate programs in forensic psychology. Their data show which of the following are TRUE regarding the evaluations of graduate school applications in this subfield? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-statement of goals was rated as more important than an interview -having prior research experience was rated as most important

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Regarding applied/practitioner positions in correctional settings: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-the pay is quite good -jobs are plentiful

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Because law enforcement personnel and psychologists can have very different worldviews, tension exists in the relationship between psychology and the legal system. However, psychologists' involvement in the legal system is highly valued because psychologists:

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offer expert opinions based on scientific research findings

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According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there were approximately ______ college/university psychology teaching jobs in 2013.

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40380

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To obtain a faculty position at a college or university, the preferred degree(s) is(are):

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PhD

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The career in academe is best described as a:

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lifestyle

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Professional activities for faculty in academic positions vary considerably based on the setting. For instance, most 4-year colleges and almost all universities expect:

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a professor's time will always be equally divided between research activities and teaching

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Why is academic freedom so important to academe?

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Advances in the discipline are potentially prevented without it.

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Research-intensive universities have high expectations for research productivity. Approximately ___ percent of academic faculty positions are in this type of setting.

answer

25

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At community colleges, the typical teaching loads are around ____ courses per year.

answer

10-12

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A description that might best capture the nature of the work schedule of faculty is that the professorial work schedule:

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allows flexibility but requires self-motivation

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Finding employment in academe will more than likely involve a job search that is:

answer

national/international

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Professors must assess student learning (and, by the way, psychologists are really good at assessment!). Consider the time a professor devotes to grading. Given the example in your text, for a professor to grade just one assignment (e.g., a term paper) for just 30 students in three courses might take about ____ hours.

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30

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Although research projects comprise many steps and activities, the defining aspect of this professorial activity is often considered to be:

answer

making the findings available to a wider audience

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If you are interested in teaching psychology with just a bachelor's degree:

answer

teaching high school is a good alternative for you

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Once a research project is completed, in addition to being submitted as a possible presentation at a conference, the paper/article is often submitted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Most papers/articles submitted are accepted for publication.

answer

false

question

Most universities will hire their own doctoral graduates for faculty positions.

answer

false

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Which of the following is TRUE regarding the various ranks of faculty positions?

answer

Adjunct faculty are not expected to engage in research.

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Which of the following accurately describe the teaching activities of university professors? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-The syllabus, course activities as well as handouts and other materials are the culmination of significant effort by the professor, effort rarely seen by students or outside observers. -Depending on new developments in psychology research, updating one course can take weeks of preparation prior to the semester and significant amounts of time during the semester.

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The TWO types of academic employment settings that have a very limited psychology curriculum are: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

answer

-community colleges -technical schools

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Which of the following are TRUE of faculty salaries?

answer

-There are typically only two promotions in a professor's lifetime. -Mean salaries vary greatly from state to state. -Assistant professors at a 4-year college psychology department are basically paid the same as an assistant professors at a 2-year college. -Assistant professors at a university business school have the highest mean salaries.

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A faculty member holding a position as an editor of a professional journal is considered:

answer

teaching/mentoring

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Which of the following statements are TRUE of professional psychology schools? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-Some are affiliated with a university, while others are not. -These schools are usually private.

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According to data from O*NET (2014), the #1 factor that influences the nature of the work for psychology professors is:

answer

significant use of electronic mail

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Given that most graduates with psychology doctorates pursue academic careers, most doctoral programs include formal training in teaching skills.

answer

false

question

The interview process for a faculty position:

answer

often requires a course lecture and a research presentation

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Which statement below is TRUE regarding the cost of faculty members' research activities?

answer

Trips to conferences to present research findings are often required as part of a faculty member's job, although the faculty member often needs to have won a grant to pay for trips to professional conferences.

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Tenure means that fulltime faculty members have stability in their employment. Faculty endure a rigorous, long-term review process before being awarded tenure. Which of the following statements are TRUE about the tenure process? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-Prior to tenure, there is no guarantee of another year of employment. -Typically in the third year of employment, faculty are reviewed by peers/colleagues as well as by the department chair. -Faculty must apply for tenure in their fifth or sixth year. -If the faculty member does not receive a favorable tenure review, the faculty member is given one year to find another position.

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Generally, in order for a faculty member to receive tenure, they must receive a favorable review from: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-the department chair -the vice president of academic affairs or provost of the university -the president of the university -the college dean -tenured department faculty

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Your reading explains that career goals have little meaning or value in isolation from education and life goals. The authors' approach is consider your:

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life goals first, career goals second, and educational goals third

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A good starting point for beginning to develop career goals is to identify and prioritize your:

answer

career-relevant abilities

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Life goals are aspirations you have for yourself across your lifespan. Most of the following represent examples of life goals. Which one does NOT?

answer

obtaining a PhD in psychology

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There are several categories of career development theories. Theories that suggest individuals adopt a few overall dispositions that attract them to occupations that allow them to derive job satisfaction by expressing their skills are called ____ theories.

answer

type

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Many adults well into their careers often find themselves in those particular careers as a result of: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-fear of choosing the wrong career path -financial necessity -seeking professional satisfaction

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Concerns over making an error in developing your career goals can be reduced if you begin to view the development of goals as an ongoing, _____ process.

answer

evolving

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Individuals who derive their career goals from careful self-assessment will have less difficulty adjusting to unpredictable changes in work life than those who derive career goals from career aspirations.

answer

true

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Many of the books, websites, and questionnaires available on career goal setting focus exclusively on helping you identify a handful of careers that are supposedly the best fit for you. Individuals using these resources report: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

answer

-finding the results so at odds with their current career ideas that they have no intention of further exploring the suggested careers -confirming the career ideas they already had -learning about careers options not previously considered that they then must explore further

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Developing meaningful life goals is dependent upon:

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having accurate knowledge of yourself

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Because psychology is such a broad and varied discipline, individuals with widely differing life interests and preferences can find that pursuing an education in psychology matches with their life goals.

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true

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When developing career goals, it is important to have the mindset that dramatic changes can and often do occur in the job market. In considering the data in your text, it can be seen that the profession of _____ experienced a dramatic increase over the past decade, while careers as ______ have experienced a substantial decrease during the same time frame.

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home health aides; computer programmers

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The greater the _______ between one's life and career goals, the more likely one's career experiences will be rewarding and fulfilling.

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synchrony

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Before setting your educational goals, it is recommended that you complete a self-assessment of:

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your personal academic strengths and weaknesses

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Many avenues of research demonstrate that having well-developed career goals provides many less obvious ("hidden") benefits. These benefits include which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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--College students with clear career goals are more likely to engage in behaviors that allow them to persist in their education toward graduation. --Establishing obtainable career goals shows a clear positive relationship to a person's physical and mental health. --Adolescents with clear career goals have better school attendance, fewer disciplinary problems, and higher levels of self-esteem. --Adult employees with clear career goals adjust better to their current employment situations, have more positive attitudes about their work, and have higher rates of job satisfaction.

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Two excellent sources of occupational information (including job descriptions, training requirements, and salaries) are: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

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-the Occupational Outlook Handbook (see http://www.bls.gov.oco/home.htm) -O*NET (see http://www.onetcenter.org/)

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Typical tasks for psychiatric aides include all of the following EXCEPT:

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assessing patient needs to ensure they maintain their maximum level of functioning

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Licensing requirements for public preschool teachers vary by state, but private schools are generally exempt from meeting state licensing standards.

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true

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Which of the following are TRUE of a resume? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-It should answer what you can do for an employer. -It should use action verbs to describe your accomplishments. -It should answer why you should be hired for the job.

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All of the following are recommended by your reading as great places to conduct a job search. The reading recommends that one of the best places to begin your job search is:

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your campus career development center

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____________ is a job title for someone who collects and analyzes data to identify community needs prior to implementing programs designed to increase awareness and knowledge of healthy lifestyles.

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Wellness specialist

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Although both documents matter, the resume is clearly more important than the cover letter.

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false

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For human resources manager positions, employers seek individuals with which of the following qualities: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-sensitivity and respectfulness of diversity -good negotiation skills -ability to show discretion -good listening skills -ability to function under pressure

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Which of the following is TRUE of advertising and promotions managers?

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Many people begin at lower level positions and are promoted.

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Which of the following are critical steps in making a positive impression with your cover letter? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-address the letter to a specific person -include your contact information near the end of the letter -thank the reader for their consideration

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Training and development specialists perform all of the following jobs EXCEPT:

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administering compensation, benefits, safety, and recreational programs for employees

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All of the following are TRUE for medical and health services managers EXCEPT:

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the majority of them work in private hospitals

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Training specialists help _______ improve their interpersonal skills so they can deal effectively with employees.

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supervisors

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When examining information about particular types of occupations, it is important to consider a variety of different aspects about the occupations. Nauta (2002) recommends that you explore which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-typical job duties -minimum and preferred qualifications -lifestyle issues -the job outlook for the future -opportunities for advancement

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Which educational administrator position has the lowest median salary?

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director of student activities

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Your reading describes the careers of probation officer and correctional treatment specialist as:

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both stressful and rewarding

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The need for social and human services assistants is projected to grow _______ the average for all occupations through 2014.

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much faster than

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Recently, a growing number of MBA (Master's in Business Administration) programs offer special programs and courses for those interested in:

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improving the management of government and nonprofit organizations

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Human resource managers are often called upon to assist with:

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resolving work-related conflicts, particularly between management and employees

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__ percent of lawyers work for legal aid or as a public defender.

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1

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Your reading recommends all of the following books as great resources on careers related to psychology. Which of these books does your reading recommend as an excellent source for information, including many useful websites, on master's degrees in public affairs and public administration?

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Career Opportunities in the Nonprofit Sector

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Your reading recommends that you let people know you are listing them as references as you search for jobs.

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true

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Use a ________ resume, if your work and practical experiences are limited.

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functional

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Health educators need to stay up to date on changes in health-care ______ to keep health education program material current.

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technology

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All of the following are good tips for resume preparation EXCEPT:

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use a distinctive font

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Which of the following behaviors does your reading recommend for a successful job interview? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-bring a few extra copies of your resume -wait for an actual job offer to address salary -send a thank-you letter immediately after the interview

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According to psychology professors, their most successful students are those who have which of the following characteristics? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-hardworking -self-motivated -flexible -mature -passionate about psychology -highly organized -full of stamina

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As a graduate student, you might face times when you have to study intensely just to make a B, while other students seem comfortable in areas you haven't begun to grasp. What you need to know when this happens is that:

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this is a natural part of being in a competitive program, and you should approach it as a challenge

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It typically takes a full-time student ________ years to earn a master's degree in psychology.

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2-4

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If you absolutely hate to write or are unwilling to acquire writing skills, you should seriously question whether to pursue a career in psychology.

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true

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On average, the minimum grade point average (GPA) required to gain consideration for admission to a master's program in psychology is:

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2.92

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Most master's candidates in psychology are required to have foundation courses in research methods, design, and statistics, and to apply that knowledge in actual research

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true

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Which of the following are TRUE about attending graduate classes? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-The typical class size is 6 - 20 students -High expectations are placed on your class participation

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This Getting In chapter suggests that, to be successful in graduate school, the most crucial skills of all might be:

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time management

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On average, the minimum grade point average (GPA) required to gain consideration for admission to a doctoral program in psychology is:

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3.11

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Which of the following are criteria evaluated during graduate school admissions? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-overall GPA -psychology GPA -GRE scores (verbal and quantitative) -GRE score (psychology subject test) -research experience -letters of recommendation -personal statement -psychology-related work experience

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Throughout your career as a psychologist, whether you are research- or practice-oriented, you will be expected to contribute your knowledge to the field by:

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publishing your findings

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For most graduate programs, application deadlines are absolutely ________, and partially completed applications are not considered.

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nonnegotiable

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Data published in 2005 by the APA Research Office revealed which of the following to be TRUE facts about graduate school tuition? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-The average annual tuition for in-state residents in master's programs is $4812. -The average annual tuition for in-state residents in doctoral programs is $10,200.

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Doctoral students complete dissertations - extensive independent research projects that take the last few years of graduate school to write and revise. The dissertation process begins with a formal proposal and culminates in a formal defense, both of which occur in front of an expert faculty committee. Thus, to do these two parts of the process, you should feel comfortable with:

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public speaking

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Which of the following areas of psychology view postdoctoral fellowships as a necessary step, given that the majority of their graduates are employed in these positions? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-neuroscience -biological psychology

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Which of the following are TRUE characteristics of internships or on-the-job experiences that you might have while in graduate school? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-These opportunities take place toward the end of your graduate education. -Even as an intern, you will asked to solve difficult problems and make stressful decisions that significantly impact the lives of others.

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Your reading points out the inevitable personal sacrifice you will endure as you face the amount of time and commitment required to pursue your graduate studies. You are offered all of the following pieces of advice to be successful during this challenging time EXCEPT:

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Learn to live on less sleep, so you can maximize your time and productivity

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A bachelor's degree in psychology can be viewed as either a liberal arts degree, where you develop a set of core skills and general knowledge that can be applied to a wide array of job settings and opportunities or as a ____ degree, where it is the stepping stone on your way to graduate education (MA, PhD, PsyD, MD, etc.).

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preprofessional

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College students often misperceive that what employers seek in potential employees is just their knowledge in a specific discipline. In reality, employers also want employees with specific skills and attributes. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE; 2013) reports the top skills/attributes rated by employers. Which of the following are in the top 10 attributes that employers search for, according to the NACE report? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Initiative -Communication skills -Detail oriented -Leadership

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Lloyd, Kennedy, and Dewey (1997) developed suggestions of coursework that strengthen some of the skills employers seek. To prepare for jobs in the human services sector, they recommend courses in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-abnormal psychology -tests and measurement -psychology of women -fieldwork

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All of the following are TRUE of a bachelor's degree in psychology EXCEPT:

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it is difficult to be competitive for employment without graduate training in psychology

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According to the National Science Foundation's 2008 National Survey of Recent College Graduates, recent recipients of bachelor's degrees in psychology were overwhelmingly:

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still seeking gainful employment a year after graduation

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To evaluate your own work ethic, your reading suggests you can consider your own personal traits regarding your approach to your academic work. Your reading suggests that a person with a strong work ethic exhibits all of the following EXCEPT:

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leadership (e.g., seeks officer roles in department clubs and organizations)

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One benefit to completing graduate school training is employment status and prospects. A survey of recent doctorate recipients (Michalski, Kohout, Wicherski, & Hart, 2011) found that _____ percent of respondents indicated that the employment position they currently held was their first choice.

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72

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Although _____ with a mentor should come first, a student will do well to choose a mentor in a field similar to the one he or she wants to pursue.

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comfort

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Why go to graduate school? One reason is that you will learn a great deal more in graduate school than just the specialized information in your discipline. Salazar and Frincke (2005) note 15 skills that are improved in graduate school, regardless of the field of study. Which of the following is NOT one of those skills?

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ability to remove ambiguity from complex ideas

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Which of the following are good ways to prepare for the GRE test?

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-Take a practice test once monthly for several months in advance of the exam. -Consider obtaining at least one of the study guides available for the GREs. -Review the test taking tips on the ETS (Educational Testing Service) website.

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To ensure you find a doctoral program that fits your interests, it is appropriate to ask programs the percentages of your training that will be devoted to practice versus research.

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true

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Your reading suggests that in deciding to re-take tests, like the GRE, you should be consistently performing at least ___ percent higher on practice tests than you did on your last actual test day.

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15

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When completing your project, where paragraphs are expected, paragraphs consist of at least _____ sentences.

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5

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If you do not submit your entire completed template to the BeachBoard Dropbox on time, you will lose up to ___ percent of all the points you earned on the project AND you cannot earn an ____ in the course.

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20; A, B, C

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There are primarily three different training models for the health service provider subfields of psychology (i.e., clinical, counseling, and school). Which of the following are TRUE of the Vail model? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-Students trained in the Vail model are consumers of research more than producers of research. -This model is often referred to as the practitioner-scholar model. -The PsyD degree developed from this model.

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Sometimes, graduate admissions interviews take place by telephone. For telephone interviews, you should: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

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-prepare a "telephone card" for each program -dress as you would for an in-person interview -have your application materials laid out in front of you -be aware that some programs call without warning you

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The earliest Greek philosopher thought to have contributed to Western psychological thought was

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Thales.

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To draw forth knowledge from students by pursuing a series of questions and examining the implications of their answers is known as

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the socratic dialogue

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A VA Hospital psychologist is ordered to discharge 20% of the chronic patients on his ward each day to help the hospital economize. According to standard 1.02, he should: (APA and Links)

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refuse to comply and work within the organizational structure to have the order rescinded.

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Animal rights supporters have succeeded in improving the living conditions of laboratory animals. (BB)

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true

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Numerous ethical violations were committed during the Tuskegee Study including: (Check all that apply.) (BB)

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-denial of treatment -harmful deception.

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