Trait Theories Comparison Chart
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assessment_1.docx· Overview
Create a separate chart for each of three major trait theories. Then, write a one-paragraph explanation of the trait theory you agree with most, along with the rationale for your selection.
Note: The assessments in this course build upon each other, so you are strongly encouraged to complete them in sequence.
Creating a visual organizer to differentiate the major points of theories requires higher-order critical thinking skills and helps with memory and understanding.
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
· Competency 1: Apply personality theories to traits, dispositions, and behaviors.
1. Describe three trait theories.
1. Explain the major components of each trait theory.
1. Identify the strengths, weaknesses, and criticisms of each trait theory.
. Competency 2: Evaluate how personality psychology is applied within the field of psychology and within various workplace environments.
2. Explain how the trait theory may be applied to situations.
. Competency 3: Apply critical thinking, ethics, and communication skills expected of a professional in the field of psychology of personality.
3. Apply critical thinking skills to explain the rationale for a preferred trait theory and how the theory may be applied.
3. Apply proper APA format and style.
3. Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations of members of professional communities.
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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.
Resources
Suggested Resources
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Capella Resources
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. Additional Guidelines for Formatting Papers .
Capella Multimedia
Click the links provided below to view the following multimedia pieces:
. Human Development Theorists | Transcript .
The following interactive media pieces are designed to teach you how to properly format citations in APA:
. APA Citation: Citing a Book | Transcript .
. APA Citation: Citing a Journal Article | Transcript .
. APA Citation: Citing a Website | Transcript .
Library Resources
The following e-books or articles from the Capella University Library are linked directly in this course:
. Carver, C. S. (1996). Emergent integration in contemporary personality psychology . Journal of Research in Personality, 30(3), 319–334.
. Cogliser, C. C., Gardner, W. L., Gavin, M. B., & Broberg, J. C. (2012). Big five personality factors and leader emergence in virtual teams: Relationships with team trustworthiness, member performance contributions, and team performance . Group and Organization Management, 37(6), 752–784.
. Diener, E. (1996). Traits can be powerful, but are not enough: Lessons from subjective well-being . Journal of Research in Personality, 30(3), 389–399.
. Hough, L. M., & Oswald, F. L. (2000). Personnel selection: Looking toward the future—Remembering the past . Annual Review of Psychology, 51, 631–664.
. Maltby, J., & Day, L. (2001). The relationship between spirituality and Eysenck's personality dimensions: A replication among English adults . Journal of Genetic Psychology, 162(1), 119–122.
. McCrae, R. R., & Costa, P. T., Jr. (1995). Trait explanations in personality psychology . European Journal of Personality, 9(4), 231–252.
. Miller, J. D., Lynam, D. R., Widiger, T. A., & Leukefeld, C. (2001). Personality disorders as extreme variants of common personality dimensions: Can the five-factor model adequately represent psychopathy? Journal of Personality, 69(2), 253–276.
. O'Neill, T. A., & Allen, N. J. (2011). Personality and the prediction of team performance . European Journal of Personality, 25(1), 31–42.
. Paunonen, S. V., & Ashton, M. C. (2001). Big five predictors of academic achievement . Journal of Research in Personality, 35(1), 78–90.
. Piekkola, B. Traits across cultures: A neo-Allportian perspective . Journal of Theoretical and Philosophical Psychology, 31(1), 2–24.
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-FP2900 – Introduction to the Psychology of Personality 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.
. Larsen, R. J., & Buss, D. M. (2014). Personality psychology: Domains of knowledge about human nature(5th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.
16. Chapter 1, "Introduction to Personality Psychology."
16. Chapter 3, "The Dispositional Domain."
16. Chapter 4, "Theoretical and Measurement Issues in Trait Psychology."
· Assessment Instructions
Note: The assessments in this course build upon each other, so you are strongly encouraged to complete them in sequence.
For this assessment, create a chart for each of the following major trait theories:
. Eysenck's Hierarchical Model of Personality.
. Catell's Taxonomy.
. Five-Factor Model.
For each theory, include these four categories in your chart:
. Provide a brief description of the theory.
. Explain the major components of the theory.
. Identify the strengths, weaknesses, and criticisms of the theory.
. Explain how the theory may be applied within the field of psychology. In other words, in what situations may this theory be applied?
Use software of your choice to complete these three charts. Use bullet points and short phrases within your charts.
After you have completed your charts, apply critical thinking skills to write a paragraph in APA formatting and style that:
. Identifies the trait theory you agree with most and states the rationale for your choice. In other words, explain why you believe this theory is valid.
. Explains one real-life application of your preferred theory.
. Communicates in a scholarly, professional manner.
Additional Requirements
. Written communication: Ensure written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
. Formatting: Format resources and citations according to APA style and formatting.
. Number of pages for chart: Submit 3–4 pages, including three separate charts and the assigned paragraph.
. Font and font size: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font.
