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PsychConceptProjectshumandevelipment.docxPsychological Concept Projects
Introduction:
Over the course of the semester, students have learned a great deal about general psychological concepts. As a cumulative project, students will complete a Psychological Concept Project. When completing the project, students will choose a topic/concept from the appropriate chapters and the option for how they want to present the information.
For this project, students will present information on ONE topic from textbook chapters 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10. Students are free to choose any concept/topic that is covered from these chapters.
Students have the freedom to choose from the following options when completing each project:
1. Conference Poster
Details:
Each of the project options are explained in detail below. For this project, students may choose from the list of options.
1. Conference Poster: As the name suggests, conference posters are typically used as a presentation tool during professional conferences. These posters have an academic focus and usually convey research information. For our purposes, the conference poster will contain information about your chosen topic. Again, students should Google “Conference Posters” to see examples. The conference poster will be similar to an Infographic in terms of layout; however, while an Infographic stresses data, a conference poster focuses more on information or a message. *NOTE: You will submit your conference poster as a digital file. You will NOT actually print the poster.
a. TIPS: Students who choose to create a Conference Poster for one of their Projects are encouraged to use one of the templates from https://templatelab.com/research-posters/ or https://www.makesigns.com/SciPosters_Templates.aspx .
Grading:
Altogether, projects are worth 15% toward your overall average in the course. Projects will be graded using the following rubric:
· Name
Psychological Concepts Project Rubric
· Description
This rubric is to be used with the Psychological Concepts Projects.
· Rubric Detail
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Levels of Achievement |
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Criteria |
Standard not met |
Standard partially met |
Standard met |
Exceeds expectations |
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Required Elements |
0 to 11 points Several required elements are missing from the project |
12 to 15 points Missing one or more of the required elements as stated in the directions/instructions |
16 to 19 points Includes all of the required elements as stated in the directions/instructions |
20 to 20 points Goes over and above all the required elements stated in the directions & instructions |
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Grammar and Mechanics |
0 to 11 points Many grammatical or mechanical mistakes throughout the project. Clearly not proofread. |
12 to 15 points Several grammatical/mechanic al mistakes which are distracting |
16 to 19 points A few grammatical/mechanical mistakes which are not distracting |
20 to 20 points No grammatical or mechanical mistakes in the project |
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Understanding of Content |
0 to 11 points Does not show an understanding of the text. Misses major ideas and has quite a few misinterpretations. |
12 to 15 points Displays a somewhat limited understanding of the material. May have a few misinterpretations. |
16 to 19 points Shows an understanding of the major psychological concepts |
20 to 20 points Shows a sophisticated understanding of the concepts and material |
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Creativity |
0 to 11 points Shows little creativity, originality and/or effort in understanding the material |
12 to 15 points A few original touches enhance the project to show some understanding of the material |
16 to 19 points Thoughtfully and uniquely presented; clever at times in showing understanding of the material |
20 to 20 points Exceptionally clever and unique in showing deep understanding |
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Overall Effectiveness and Completion |
0 to 11 points Project is incomplete and not easy to follow |
12 to 15 points Project is disorganized and incomplete at times and is somewhat able to hold the attention of the viewer |
16 to 19 points Project is somewhat organized, complete and holds the attention of the viewer |
20 to 20 points Project is engagingly organized and presents material that is captivating for the viewer. |
