PSY/300 Week 2

Prepare a 750- to 1,050-word paper in which you discuss phobias and addictions as related to classical and operant conditioning. Phobias and addictions are two emotional difficulties which learning theorists can account for.

Include the following components:

 

· Explore how phobias can be developed through classical conditioning.

· Explore how addictions can be developed through operant conditioning.

· Distinguish between classical and operant conditioning.

· Explain what extinction means and how it is achieved in both classical and operant conditioning.

 

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grading Criteria:

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Points Earned:

Grading Criteria:

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WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT FEEDBACK FORM-

Content / Development (50%)

Grading Criteria:

E

G

A

N

N/A

Subject Matter:

Key elements of assignment covered

Content is comprehensive/accurate/persuasive

Displays an understanding of relevant theory

Major points supported by specific details/examples

Research is appropriate (peer reviewed) and timely (current) & used correctly

Writer has gone beyond textbook for resources

Higher-Order Thinking:

Writer compares/contrasts/integrates theory/subject matter with work environment/experience

At an appropriate level, the writer analyzes and synthesizes theory/practice to develop new ideas and ways of conceptualizing and performing

Points Earned:

Organization (20%)

Introduction provides sufficient background on topic & previews points

Central theme/purpose is immediately clear

Structure is clear, logical and easy to follow

Sections/paragraphs are appropriately developed to support theme

Conclusion/recommendations follow logically from the paper’s body

Style / Mechanics (30%)

Format (10)%:

Citations/reference page follow guidelines

Properly cites ideas/information from other sources

Paper is laid out effectively — uses headings other reader-friendly tools

Paper is neat & shows attention to detail and appropriate formatting including certificate of originality

Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling (10%):

Rules of grammar, usage, punctuation are followed

Spelling is correct

Readability/Style (10%):

Sentences are complete, clear, and concise

Sentences are well-constructed with consistently strong, varied structure

Transitions between paragraphs/sections help maintain the flow

Words used are precise and unambiguous

The tone is appropriate to the audience, content, and assignment

TOTAL POINTS EARNED:

Overall Comments:

Key: E = excellent; G = good; A = Adequate; N = not done; N/A = not applicable for this assignment.

APA FORMAT HANDOUT (Word 2007)

By

Jennifer Murphy

1. Click the “Home” tab at the top of the page; change font to “Times New Roman”; change to 12 point font

2. Click on the “Page Layout” tab at the top of the page> then “Margins”> then “Normal”

3. Under the “Page Layout” tab click on the bottom right corner of the box titled “Paragraph” (it is the 4th box from the left); go to “Line Spacing” and change to “Double”; click “OK”

4. Click on the “Insert” tab at the top of the page; click the “Page Number” icon; then “Top of Page”; select “Plain Number 1”; type in full title of your paper – upper case; hit the space bar enough times so your page number is right justified; click on the “Close Header and Footer” icon (This should appear under the “Design” tab at the top of the page)

5. Click the “Home” tab at the top of the page> click on the “Center” icon on the toolbar

6. Hit “Enter” about 4 times

7. Type in full title of paper (upper/lower case), hit “Enter”; type your name, hit “Enter”; type course abbreviation and number (GEN/200), hit “Enter”; type date, hit “Enter”; type instructor’s name

8. Hit “Enter” several times until “Page 2” shows up

9. Return to page 1 and double click on the header. Place a checkmark in the “Different First Page” under the “Options” tab on the toolbar (your header will disappear, don’t worry, it is supposed to). Click the “Page Number” icon; then “Top of Page”; select “Plain Number 1”. Now, type in the following – “Running head: (full title of your paper in upper case)”. Hit the space bar enough times so your page number is right justified. Click on the “Close Header and Footer” icon (This should appear under the “Design” tab at the top of the page)

10. Return to page 2

11. Click on the “Align Center” icon on the toolbar under the “Home” tab which appears at the top of the page; type the full title of your paper (upper case/lower case); hit Enter

12. Click on the “Align Left” icon

13. Indent (hit tab key); begin writing your paper- Good Luck!

Reference Page Instructions:

1. After you have finished writing your paper, hit “Enter” until a new page appears

2. Click on the “Home” tab; click on the “Center” icon; type in “References”; hit Enter; click “Align Left” icon on the toolbar

3. Under the “Page Layout” tab, click on the bottom right corner of the box titled “Paragraph” (it is the 4th box from the left); go to “Special” and select “Hanging”

4. Type in reference information

5. Congratulations!!!