Module 2 Test This Week!
Due Dates and Study Activities
INSTRUCT: Music and the Brain EXTRA CREDIT
As you prepare for your test on Tuesday, take some time to complete the Extra Credit assignment for Module 2. Up to three (3) extra credit points will be added to your Module 2 MC test (up to a max of a grade of 100%) - make sure you complete all elements of the assignment for the credit - you may have to check back later in the day to finish your responses - enjoyable topic, worth the effort!
The New York Times - and many other media outlets - published a series of articles discussing the influence of music on our brain.
The quick and easy explanation is that music brings a unique pleasure to humans. Of course, that still leaves the question of why. But for that, neuroscience is starting to provide some answers.
More than a decade ago, our research team used brain imaging to show that music that people described as highly emotional engaged the reward system deep in their brains — activating subcortical nuclei known to be important in reward, motivation and emotion. Subsequently we found that listening to what might be called “peak emotional moments” in music — that moment when you feel a “chill” of pleasure to a musical passage — causes the release of the neurotransmitter dopamine, an essential signaling molecule in the brain. (http://www.nytimes.com/2013/06/09/opinion/sunday/why-music-makes-our-brain-sing.html?_r=0)
CELEBRATE: Extra Effort
Thank you for going the Extra Mile!
INFORM: Don't forget Module 2 Testing Starts TUESDAY, September 23rd!
After reading the following testing details, scroll down to find tips for preparing for your Tests!
There will be two days that the test will be open for you to take the multiple-choice and written part of your test. If you have a valid excuse for missing the testing window, there will be one makeup day. However, I will require verification from your ELA or your parent/guardian that the absence was due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances. (these are discussed in detail in the student handbook and the course syllabus).
The first test on Module 2 will be the multiple-choice test that can be administered September 23rd or September 24th. If you are on an A/B schedule, you should plan to take the test on the day you are in class. Remember - makeup days are for valid absences. If you are in class on the 23rd, you should take the test on the 23rd! You will have 40 minutes to complete this multiple-choice test.
The second part is a written timed essay will be administered September 24th or 25th. You will have 25 minutes to complete this timed essay. The timed essay for Module 2 counts as an Essay grade - as such, it will count 35% of your TOTAL GRADE for the QUARTER!
Testing Reminders!
Testing procedures
- Students are not allowed to use any material (study guides, vocabulary cards, notes, other websites, etc) on this test. NO CELL PHONES!
- Students should not discuss the test with other students during the testing process.
- Remember - these test prepare you for your AP exam - so treat Module tests with the same focus you will give that end of course test.
What if my test freezes?
- There is an alternate multiple choice test in every unit. If a test "freezes" on you, they are to immediately go to the alternate test. If the second MC test freezes, students will need to complete a short answer test for the unit.
- Tests do freeze....but this problem is less likely to happen if a you only have one window open at a time, and do not use the back key in your browser.
Where (and When) do I test?
- If you take the class while at school, you are to take the test at school.
- If students take this class as a 5th block (after school), students may take the test at home, but the same restrictions apply. However, you MUST let me know if you will be taking the test outside of school, so I can adjust the time of your testing window.
Test Preparation Items:
textbook companion website
The textbook companion website can be accessed from the AP Psychology class in Moodle. The website has practice tests, flashcards, chapter summaries and activities to help students understand the material.
8th edition - http://bcs.worthpublishers.com/myers8e/default.asp?s=&n=&i=&v=&o=&ns=0&uid=0&rau=0
9th edition - http://bcs.worthpublishers.com/myers9e/#t_512463____
10th edition - http://bcs.worthpublishers.com/myers10e/default.asp#t_746145____
Have you read the Prologue and Chapter and taken notes?
Did you complete ALL the activities?
Have you asked for HELP?
Annenberg Media's: Discovering Psychology Video Series with Companion Website
Education Portal
Resources with some cost (Not Required)
Use the Study Guide.
Psych2Go
The Boundless Psychology Open Textbook
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Virtual Office Hours
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