Unit 3:This is also a 2 Part Assignment
Discussion
Due 08/15/17
1) Descartes uses the terms clear and distinct to explain certain immediate perceptions. What is the difference between immediate perception of ideas and actual experience? Why are the two accounts so different?
Due 08/15/17
2) Locke’s tabula rasa argument contends that all ideas and hence all knowledge comes from experience. According to this argument human nurturing provides one with ideas and hence knowledge of things. How can you reconcile Locke’s argument with the idea that humans have innate abilities such as instincts and intuition? Are these innate abilities forms of knowing? If so is Locke’s argument valid? What are some limitations of Locke’s argument?
Individual Project
Topic: Empiricism and Rationalism
10 Strategic Points Quantitative Study Extraction #2
Due Date:Aug 21 2017 Details:
In the prospectus proposal and dissertation there are 10 strategic points that need to be clear simple correct and aligned to ensure the research is doable valuable and credible. These points which provide a guide or vision for the research are present in almost any research study. The ability to identify these points is one of the first skills required in the creation of a viable doctoral dissertation. In this assignment you will identify and evaluate 10 strategic points in a published quantitative research study.
General Requirements:
Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:
Directions:
Using the Modified 10 Points Template identify each of the 10 strategic points in this quantitative dissertation.
Complete the Evaluation section of the template by addressing the following questions (250-500 words) with regard to the 10 strategic points in the study:
Resources
1. A Path of Understanding for Psychology
Polkinghorne D. E. (1994). A path of understanding for psychology. Journal of Theoretical and Philosophical Psychology 14(2) 128-145. doi:10.1037/h0091138
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2. The Social Constructionist Movement in Modern Psychology
Gergen K. J. (1985). The social constructionist movement in modern psychology. American Psychologist 40(3) 266-275. doi:10.1037/0003-066X.40.3.266
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