macqueen hISTORICAL PSYCHOLOGY ASSESSMENT 2

Overview

Write 3–4 pages in which you evaluate how the differing psychological theories you identified might impact ideas about how to deal with a social issue, specifically the rehabilitation of individuals in the prison system.

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

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· Competency 2: Evaluate the major philosophical frameworks, schools of thought, historical figures, and events related 
to historical and contemporary psychology.
▪ Compare trait- and social-learning personality theories. ▪ Evaluate the merits of trait and social-learning theories. 


· Competency 3: Apply knowledge of theory and research in the study of history and systems to inform personal behavior and values, understand social policy, and develop professional goals and plans. 
▪ Explain how trait theory and how social-learning theory could inform policy and practice around prisoner rehabilitation. 


· Competency 5: Use research strategies to identify information in a study of history and systems of psychology. ▪ Describe the position of both a trait- and a social-learning-oriented theorist. 


· Competency 6: Communicate effectively in a variety of formats.

· ▪  Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of 
professional communities. 


· ▪  Apply proper APA formatting and style. 
Context 
In this assessment you will consider how different theoretical theories can, when used to design policy or practice, inform and impact social issues. The Assessment 2 Context document contains important information about the following key theories: 
• Freudian psychology.
• Behaviorist psychology. • Gestalt psychology. 
Questions To Consider 
To deepen your understanding, you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of the business community. 
• What are some of the ways that Freud contributed to the field of psychology in a positive way?
• What are some of the theories put forth by Skinner that were subsequently rejected by other behaviorists? • What is a present-day application of operant conditioning?
• Is there a single, overarching theory that unites the field of developmental psychology? 
Resources 


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Suggested Resources

The following optional resources are provided to support you in completing the assessment or to provide a helpful context. For additional resources, refer to the Research Resources and Supplemental Resources in the left navigation menu of your courseroom.

Capella Resources

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Library Resources

The following e-books or articles from the Capella University Library are linked directly in this course:

· Gergen, K. J. (1973). Social psychology as history . Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 26 (2), 309– 320. 


· Bjork, D. W. (1997). Behaviorist at large . In B. F. Skinner, a life (pp. 104–127). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. 


· Watson, J. B. (1994). Psychology as the behaviorist views it . Psychological Review, 101 (2), 248–253. Course Library Guide 
A Capella University library guide has been created specifically for your use in this course. You are encouraged to refer to the resources in the PSYC-FP4100 – History and Modern Systems of Psychology Library Guide to help direct your research. 
Bookstore Resources 
The resources listed below are relevant to the topics and assessments in this course and are not required. Unless noted otherwise, these materials are available for purchase from the Capella University Bookstore . When searching the bookstore, be sure to look for the Course ID with the specific –FP (FlexPath) course designation. 
• Hunt, M. (2007). The story of psychology. New York, NY: Anchor Books. ▪ Chapter 7 (all) 
▪ Chapter 9 (all).
▪ Chapter 11, pages 354–357 and pages 305–99.
▪ Chapter 12, pages 401–410, pages 423–427, and pages 457–458.
▪ Chapter 13, pages 459–474, pages 476–482, 485–488, and pages 575–578. ▪ Chapter 17 (all). 
Assessment Instructions 
Research the scholarship and thinking of both (a) a trait-oriented personality theorist and (b) a social-learning-oriented theorist. 
Then, in 3–4 pages, evaluate how the differing psychological theories you identified might impact ideas about how to deal with a social issue, specifically the rehabilitation of individuals in the prison system. 


· Begin your assessment by describing the position of a trait-oriented personality theorist and the position of a social- learning-oriented theorist. 


· Then, compare the two approaches, identifying the ways they are same and different. Based on your research, evaluate which approach has the most to offer when considering prisoner rehabilitation. 


· Finally, explain one way each theoretical position could inform policy and practice around prisoner rehabilitation. 
Additional Requirements 


· Written communication: Written communication should be free of errors that detract from the overall message. 


· APA formatting: Ensure that resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and formatting 
guidelines. 


· Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point. 


· Length of assessment: 3–4 pages (excluding title and reference pages, abstract not required).