Over the past three weeks, you have been learning about some significant areas of psychology. In week 4 we studied sensation and perception, week 5 introduced learning theories, and week 6 discusses developmental psychology. As you reflect on these three areas of psychology, how might they reflect the idea that our understanding of reality and the world around us changes? Even though our understanding of reality changes based on development, conditioning, and the processes of sensation and perception, how do we know there is something real and permanent (Think about how a Christian perspective still identifies objective truth and reality in the midst of changes)?
Motivation and Emotion: Incentive Theory of Motivation Incentive theories state that we are motivated by positive goals. This motivation can be
Motivation and Emotion: Incentive Theory of Motivation Incentive theories state that we are motivated by positive goals. This motivation can be intrinsic or extrinsic. Think back to a time when you were able to achieve an important goal in your life. Then, ask a friend or family member to tell