ASSIGNMENT 04
S02 Introduction to Psychology II
Directions: Be sure to save an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling, and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be double‐spaced; refer to the “Format Requirementsʺ page for specific format requirements.
Part A
Objective: List strategies for enhancing learning.
Bruce is furious when his midterm is returned with a C grade. He tells his sociology professor that he had read each of the assigned chapters three times, and if someone can do that and just be average, then there’s something wrong with the test!
1. Based on your understanding of critical thinking and memory, describe one (1) flaw in Bruce’s reasoning.
2. Describe two (2) possible explanations for Bruce’s average performance.
3. Describe (2) techniques/strategies Bruce should use when studying for the next test to get a better grade..
Part B
Objective: Discuss facial
expressions related to emotions.
1. Describe subconscious processes, nonconscious processes, and mindlessness.
2. Provide one (1) personal example of a behavior for each process.
Grading Rubric
Please refer to the rubric on the following page for the grading criteria for this assignment.