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You Be The Professor Assignment
“Learning is a process resulting in a relatively consistent change in behavior or
behavioral potential and is based on experience,” says the textbook Introduction to Psychology
from a Christian Worldview (George et al., 2023, pg. 312). It is reasonable to assume that
individuals with more experience, such as seniors in college, have had a greater chance to
comprehend and grasp the topics they have been introduced to compared to first-year students
who are new to the college experience.
Strategies for Study
Understanding the motivation behind study strategies is crucial. It is essential to
differentiate between extrinsic and intrinsic reinforcements to comprehend and utilize specific
strategies effectively. Understanding what motivation comes from outside forces (extrinsic) or
inner forces (intrinsic) is essential. Once this is understood, studying techniques can be tailored
to fit a student’s individual needs, as detailed through the principle of cognitivism. (George et al.,
2023, p. 260). Once these reinforcements are identified and understood, Bandura’s theory of
conditioning can be helpful to explore. (George et al., 2023, p. 343). By imitating the behavior
and learning habits of older, more experienced students, one can confidently pave the way to
success.
Memory, which can function as either a short-term or a long-term mechanism, is crucial
in learning, especially in academic situations. (George et al., 2023, p. 352). Repeatedly
introducing new information to retain it in short-term memory or to introduce it into long-term
memory is referred to as rehearsal. This process is highly effective when adding further details to
memory. Repetition and rehearsal are potent tools that can be used to commit something to
memory. Flashcards and repeated actions are some examples of such tools that can help you
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remember things more effectively. By practicing a particular action or reviewing a piece of
information multiple times, you can make it nearly automatic and retain it in your long-term
memory.
Risk of Multitasking
While getting as many things done in as little time as possible may seem productive,
“multitasking” has the opposite effect. (Winch, 2016). Multitasking can harm motivation,
especially for college students with a heavy workload. It can cause depression, anxiety, stress,
and decreased productivity. These risks can negatively impact academic performance and persist
into higher education and the workforce.
Biblically
Remember to work with all your heart as if you are working for the Lord. Your hard work
will be rewarded with an inheritance from the Lord. Remember that you are serving the Lord
Christ in everything you do. These powerful words from Colossians 3:23-24 (ESV) remind us of
the importance of motivation, reinforcement, and multitasking.
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References
George, S. et al. (2023). Introduction to psychology from a Christian worldview. Kendall Hunt
Publishing Company.
Holy Bible, English Standard Version, 2016.
Winch, G. (June 22, 2016). Ten real risks of multitasking to mind and body. (Psychology Today)
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-squeaky-wheel/201606/10-real-risks-
multitasking-mind-and-bod
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