Why Did You Do That?

Introduction

Hey! Why did you do that?  

 

Why did you read the line above? 

 

And this one? 

 

Why do you do the things you do? What made you, you? 

 

Let's compare three theories that claim to have the correct answer and examine their similarities and differences. 

Task

You will demonstrate your understanding of the concepts below by creating a visual graphic via Canvas or a similar platform, or by hand.

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Behaviorism
  • Social Cognitive Theory 

First, you will watch three videos about Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism, and Social Cognitive Theory. 

Then, you will take the information you learned from them, as well as your notes from class, to create your graphic. 

Your assignment must include: 

1. One visual graphic, such as a Venn Diagram, table, etc. 

2. Information that is accurate and easy to read. 

This is an individual project. AI is not allowed. 

Process

I am looking to see that you understand the key components and can recognize the differences of the following:

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Behaviorism
  • Social Cognitive Theory 

Step 1: Review Above Concepts 

 Please watch the video below to learn about Cognitive Psychology.  

https://youtu.be/wJJ4O5WJTRU?si=Do-bMfLzRrEc2LJ3

Please watch the video below to learn about Behaviorism. 

https://youtu.be/xvVaTy8mQrg?si=0umcUZgVab2fTv74

Please watch the video below to learn about Social Cognitive Theory. 

https://youtu.be/wf3-tRpmGmY?si=V7a_Ki2DK9Y3F1lj

After watching the above videos, review your class notes on the covered topics. 

Step 2: Visual Graphic

You will need to create a visual graphic to illustrate the similarities and differences between Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism, and Social Cognitive Theory.  

Examples of this include, but are not limited to: table, Venn Diagram, etc. 

Step 3: Submit assignment via Canvas

When you are done with your visual graphic, upload it to Canvas on the assignment listed as "Visual Graphic Assignment." 

Submit assignment via Canvas by May 1! AI usage is NOT allowed. 

Evaluation

 

Visual Graphic Rubric

Criterion 

(Score at 0 if there is nothing turned in)

Below Expectations

(1)

Meets Expectations

(3)

Exceeds Expectations

(5)

  
The ability to understand the graph The visual graphic is confusing or hard to understand. The visual graphic is understandable. The visual graphic goes above and beyond to try to meet the students of all needs.  
Content of Information The content has multiple gaps in information.  The visual graphic gives the content of the information.  The visual graphic gives more information than needed.  
Attractiveness of Graphic The graphic is not stimulating to the eye.  The visual graphic gets the reader's attention. The visual graphic was well chosen and does an exemplary job of highlighting key components.   
Knowledge Gained The student does not show they are knowledgeable of Behaviorism, Social Cognitive Theory, and Cognitive Psychology.  The student demonstrates a basic understanding of Behaviorism, Social Cognitive Theory, and Cognitive Psychology.  The student demonstrates a deep knowledge of Behaviorism, Social Cognitive Theory, and Cognitive Psychology.   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Conclusion

YOU did it! You completed the assignment. 

Do you know why you did that now? 

Do you know what makes you, you? 

It's okay if not, because at least now you can differentiate between Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism, and Social Cognitive Theory.  

We all use parts of these theories even if we are not cognitively aware of them.  

What do you believe is the theory most in use in your school? How does it shape the way you learn?