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Introduction To Psychology Question Paper

Introduction To Psychology

Course:Bachelor Of Education

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2009

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2009/2010
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION

EPS 103:
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY

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DATE:
THURSDAY 24TH DECEMBER 2009 TIME: 11.00 A.M. – 1.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS

Answer Question One and nay other Two Questions.

1.
a)
Give two reasons why modern psychologists favour behaviorism over earlier schools of thought. (3 marks)
b)
Differentiate between the terms: Genotype and phenotype. (3 marks)
c)
State one positive and negative effect of anxiety in a classroom situation. (3 marks)
d)
State three factors that influence the way we perceive. (3 marks)
e)
With relevant examples explain the following concepts
i)
Absolute threshold
ii)
Difference threshold
iii)
Punishment
iv)
Negative reinforcement (8 marks)
f)
Describe the motivational sequence using the need reduction model. (8 marks)
g)
State two ethical considerations that govern research in psychology and briefly explain why these considerations are necessary. (2 marks)

2.
a)
Distinguish between independent and dependent variables. (2 marks)
b)
Discuss the experimental design of collecting data in scientific research. (10 marks)
c)
Discuss what the strengths and weaknesses of this method are. (8 marks)

3.
a)
Explain the term learning. (2 marks)
b)
How could the classroom teacher utilize the principles of classical conditioning to enhance learning? (6 marks)
c)
In what way is operant conditioning applicable in the classroom situation. (4 marks)
d)
Discuss Four factors that are likely to affect learning. (8 marks)

4.
a)
Define defense mechanism. (2 marks)
b)
Explain the following types of defense mechanism
i)
Rationalization
ii)
Compensation
iii)
Identification
iv)
Reaction formation
(8 marks)
c)
Distinguish between neurosis and psychosis. (2 marks)
d)
Explain two characteristics of a neurotic person and two characteristics of a psychotic person. (8 marks)

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