Custom Enrichment Module: The Psychology Major's Handbook

by Kuther,Tara L.

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2nd

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9780534533878

ISBN10:

0534533876

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Pub. Date:

7/5/2005

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Cengage Learning

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The information you need to make informed decisions about whether to pursue psychology as a major and career is found in this handbook--as are useful tips that will help you succeed in their psychology course. The first chapter introduces you to the scope of psychology and the subspecialties within psychology. Subsequent chapters help you assess your skills, abilities, and interests. Career opportunities are presented so you can decide whether psychology is an appropriate major for you.

Author Biography

Tara L. Kuther is an assistant professor of developmental psychology at Western Connecticut State University, where she teaches courses in child, adolescent, and adult development

Preface

xix

Acknowledgments

xxi

Dear Student

xxii

Chapter 1 What Is Psychology?

(12)

Chapter Guide

(1)

The Scope of Psychology

(5)

Clinical Psychology

(1)

Counseling Psychology

(1)

Developmental Psychology

(1)

Educational Psychology

(1)

Experimental Psychology

(1)

Forensic Psychology

(1)

Health Psychology

(1)

Human Factors Psychology

(1)

Industrial-Organizational Psychology

(1)

Neuropsychology

(1)

Psychometrics and Quantitative Psychology

(1)

Social Psychology

(1)

School Psychology

(1)

Differences Among Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Social Workers, and Counselors

(1)

Psychologist

(1)

Psychiatrist

(1)

Social Worker

(1)

Counselor

(1)

Ethics in Psychology

(1)

Overview of The Psychology Major's Handbook

(2)

Exercise 1.1: Psychology in the Media

(1)

Exercise 1.2: Internet Scavenger Hunt

(1)

Suggested Readings

(1)

Web Resources

(1)

American Psychological Association

(1)

About Psychology

(1)

Psychology: Scientific Problem Solvers...Carvers for the 21st Century

(1)

Psych Web

(1)

Classics in the History of Psychology

(1)

Psi Chi: The National Honor Society in Psychology

(1)

Chapter 2 Choosing a Major: Is Psychology for You?

(18)

Chapter Guide

(1)

Writing and Self-Awareness

(2)

Why Write?

(1)

Starting a Journal

(1)

What Should You Write About?

(1)

When Should You Write?

(1)

Self-Assessment

(10)

Assess Your Personality and Attitudinal Traits

(5)

Exercise 2.1: Assessing Your Personality Traits

(5)

Assess Your Skills and Abilities

(1)

Exercise 2.2: Assess Your Skills

(1)

Assess Your Interests

(1)

Values

(1)

Putting It All Together

(3)

CHECKLIST 2.1: Steps in Choosing a Major

(1)

Deciding on Psychology

(1)

Suggested Readings

(1)

Web Resources

(1)

Career Assessment

(1)

Self-Directed Search

(1)

About Web Logs

(1)

Writing the Journey

(1)

Career Key

(1)

Journal Exercises

(2)

My Questions

(1)

Journal Reflection

(1)

Life's Pleasures

(1)

Why College?

(1)

Chapter 3 Take an Active Role in Your Education

(26)

Chapter Guide

(1)

Consider Your Goal: What Are You Really Learning in College?

(4)

Communication Skills

(1)

Reading Skills

(1)

Listening and Note-Taking Skills

(1)

Memory, Critical Thinking, and Problem-Solving Skills

(1)

Organizational and Time Management Skills

(1)

Self-Management Skills

(1)

Technology Skills

(1)

Develop Professional Relationships with Faculty

(7)

Why?

(3)

Quiz 3.1: Do You Display Appropriate In- and Out-of-Class Behavior?

(2)

CHECKLIST 3.1: What Not to Do: Behaviors That Most Faculty Abhor

(1)

Your Academic Advisor

(1)

CHECKLIST 3.2: Advising Checklist

(1)

The Importance of a Mentor

(3)

CHECKLIST 3.3: Choosing an Effective Mentor

(1)

Active Learning Outside the Classroom

(11)

Research Experience

(9)

CHECKLIST 3.4: Checklist for Preparing Effective Paper Presentations

(1)

CHECKLIST 3.5: Tips for Preparing Effective Poster Presentations

(5)

Field Experience: Internships and Practica

(1)

Involvement in Organizations

(1)

Suggested Readings

(1)

Web Resources

(1)

Academic Skills Center

(1)

Psi Chi

(1)

Becoming an Active Learner

(1)

Journal Exercises

(2)

My Advisor

(1)

Relationships With Faculty

(1)

Finding a Mentor

(1)

My College Career

(1)

Chapter 4 Study Tips: Tools for Academic Success

(25)

Chapter Guide

(2)

Self-Awareness: The Key to Success

(2)

Exercise 4.1: Study Skills Assessment

(2)

Time Management

(6)

Quiz 4.1: Time Management Quiz

(1)

Benefits of Time Management

(2)

Take Control of Your Time

(3)

Reading: Tips for Improving Comprehension and Efficiency

(3)

Preview the Text

(1)

SQ3R Method

(1)

Additional Tips

(1)

Getting the Most Out of Lectures: Note-Taking Tips

(2)

Be Selective

(1)

Determine the Main Points

(1)

Prepare for Listening and Learning

(1)

Mechanics of Note Taking

(1)

Study Tips

(4)

Study Environment

(2)

Quiz 4.2: Study Environment Quiz

(1)

Get Organized

(1)

Prepare for Tests

(2)

Test-Taking Tips

(3)

Preview Your Test: Read Everything

(1)

Multiple-Choice Tests

(1)

Essay Tests

(1)

General Suggestions

(1)

Learn From Returned Tests

(1)

Suggested Readings

(1)

Web Resources

(1)

Study Tips

(1)

Interactive Study Tips

(1)

How to Study

(1)

Learning Strategies: Maximizing Your Academic Experience

(1)

Journal Exercises

(2)

I'm at My Best When...

(1)

Analyzing My Time

(1)

Ideal Day

(1)

Evaluating Time Management Strategies

(1)

Chapter 5 Writing a Literature Review

(24)

Chapter Guide

(1)

What Is a Literature Review?

(1)

Selecting a Topic

(9)

Where to Look for Topics

(3)

Begin Reading Now

(3)

Choose an Interesting Topic

(1)

Choose an Appropriate Match to Your Abilities

(1)

Narrow Your Topic

(2)

Exercise 5.1: Using PsychINFO

(1)

Reading

(3)

Define Your Purpose

(1)

Hints on Reading

(2)

Recording Your Research: Take Notes

(4)

How to Take Notes

(1)

Avoid Plagiarism

(3)

Exercise 5.2: Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism

(1)

Writing Your Paper

100

(4)

Organize Your Ideas

100

(1)

Prepare an Outline

100

(1)

Write

101

(1)

Revise

102

(2)

CHECKLIST 5.1: Literature Review Checklist

103

(1)

Suggested Readings

104

(1)

Web Resources

104

(1)

Writing in Psychology

104

(1)

Writing a Review Article for Psychological Bulletin

104

(1)

Writing a Psychology Literature Review

104

(1)

PsycINFO Guide

104

(1)

Plagiarism Tutorial

104

(1)

What Is Plagiarism?

105

(1)

Journal Exercises

105

(1)

How I Feel About Writing

105

(1)

What I Like to Write

105

(1)

My Habits

105

(1)

Chapter 6 Writing an Empirical Paper

106

(18)

Chapter Guide

106

(1)

APA Style: The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association

107

(1)

Structure of an Empirical Paper

108

(7)

Title

108

(1)

Abstract

109

(1)

Introduction

109

(2)

Method

111

(1)

Results

112

(1)

Discussion

112

(1)

References

113

(2)

Conclusion

115

(1)

Exercise 6.1: Understanding Journal Articles

115

(1)

Suggested Readings

116

(1)

Web Resources

116

(1)

APA Style Online

116

(1)

Writing the Empirical Journal Article

116

(1)

The Elements of Style

117

(1)

How to Write a Research Report in Psychology

117

(1)

APA Style Guide Resources

117

(1)

Journal Exercises

117

(1)

My Rationale

117

(1)

My Findings

117

(1)

Implications

117

(1)

If I Could Do It All Over

117

(1)

Chapter 6 Appendix: Sample Paper

118

(6)

Chapter 7 What Can I Do With a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology?

124

(20)

Chapter Guide

124

(1)

Goals of an Undergraduate Education in Psychology

125

(3)

Skills and Abilities Sought by Employers

128

(3)

Jobs for Psychology Majors

131

(7)

Positions in Business Settings

132

(2)

Positions in Social Service Settings

134

(3)

Salary Information

137

(1)

Alumni Satisfaction

138

(1)

Acquire Useful Skills and Enhance Your Employability

138

(3)

Exercise 7.1: Career Research Exercise

140

(1)

Exercise 7.2: Planning for Your Future

141

(1)

Suggested Readings

141

(1)

Web Resources

142

(1)

Occupational Outlook Handbook

142

(1)

Occupational Information Network Resource Center

142

(1)

Psychology Careers for the 21st Century

142

(1)

Careers in Psychology

142

(1)

Pursuing Psychology Career Page

142

(1)

Psi Chi: The National Honor Society in Psychology

142

(1)

Journal Exercises

143

(1)

My Dream Job

143

(1)

My Strengths and Weaknesses

143

(1)

Chapter 8 Finding a Job With Your Bachelor's Degree

144

(18)

Chapter Guide

144

(1)

Finding Job Openings

145

(1)

Completing Job Applications

145

(1)

Preparing Your Résumé

146

(5)

CHECKLIST 8.1: Skills and Qualities That Employers Seek

146

(1)

Chronological Résumé

147

(4)

Functional Résumé

151

(1)

Formatting and Style

151

(1)

CHECKLIST 8.2: Résumé Checklist

151

(1)

Writing a Cover Letter

152

(3)

CHECKLIST 8.3: Cover Letter Checklist

154

(1)

Interviewing

155

(4)

Prepare

155

(2)

What to Wear

157

(1)

During the Interview

158

(1)

Thank-You Note

158

(1)

Thinking About a Job Offer

159

(1)

Suggested Readings

159

(1)

Web Resources

160

(1)

Job Hunter's Bible

160

(1)

Quintessential Careers

160

(1)

College Grad Job Hunter

160

(1)

JobWeb

160

(1)

MonsterTrak.com

160

(1)

Journal Exercises

160

(2)

Who Am I?

160

(1)

Thinking Ahead

161

(1)

Interview Preparation

161

(1)

Chapter 9 What Can I Do With a Graduate Degree in Psychology?

162

(29)

Chapter Guide

162

(1)

Reasons for Pursuing a Graduate Degree: Skills Obtained Through Graduate Study

163

(3)

Specialized Knowledge of Psychology and Appreciation of Multiple Perspectives

164

(1)

Thinking and Problem-Finding, Problem Definition, and Problem-Solving Skills

164

(1)

Information Acquisition, Management, and Synthesis

165

(1)

Methodological and Quantitative Skills

165

(1)

Planning and Leadership Skills

165

(1)

Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Awareness and Agility

165

(1)

Reading, Writing, and Communication Skills

166

(1)

Application

166

(1)

Adaptability

166

(1)

Graduate-Level Careers in Psychology

166

(5)

Exercise 9.1: Exploring Psychology Specializations

167

(1)

Teaching Careers

167

(1)

Research Careers

168

(1)

Applied Careers

168

(3)

The Master's Degree

171

(9)

Exercise 9.2: Practicing With a Master's Degree

173

(1)

Why Seek a Master's Degree?

173

(1)

Master's Degrees in Psychology

174

(1)

Master's Degrees in Related Fields

175

(3)

Job Outlook for Holders of Master's Degrees in Psychology and Related Fields

178

(1)

Where Are Holders of Master's Degrees Employed?

178

(1)

Are Master's Degree Recipients Satisfied With Their Positions?

178

(1)

How Useful Was Graduate Training?

179

(1)

What Can You Expect to Earn With a Master's Degree?

179

(1)

The Doctoral Degree

180

(4)

Doctoral Degrees: PhD, PsyD, and EdD

181

(3)

Employment Outlook for Doctoral-Level Psychologists

184

(5)

Where Are New Psychologists employed?

184

(1)

Are Doctoral Degree Recipients Satisfied With Their Positions?

184

(1)

How Useful Is Graduate Training?

185

(1)

What Can You Expect to Earn With a Doctoral Degree?

185

(1)

Cautions for Clinicians: The Changing Roles of Psychologists

186

(3)

Suggested Readings

189

(1)

Web Resources

189

(1)

Interesting Careers in Psychology

189

(1)

Fields of Psychology

189

(1)

Early Career Psychologists

190

(1)

Psychology Careers for the 21st Century

190

(1)

Alternative Careers

190

(1)

Journal Exercises

190

(1)

Is Graduate School Necessary?

190

(1)

Other Applications

190

(1)

Chapter 10 Applying to Graduate School in Psychology

191

(37)

Chapter Guide

191

(1)

Should You Go to Graduate School?

192

(4)

• Quiz 10.1: Is Graduate School for You?

196

(1)

Costs of Graduate Study

197

(1)

Keys to Graduate School Admission Success

197

(1)

Choosing Graduate Programs

198

(8)

PhD vs. PsyD

198

(1)

Clinical vs. Counseling Psychology

199

(3)

Quiz 10.2: Do You Really Want to Work With People?

200

(2)

Training Models 201 Consider Your Priorities

202

(1)

Gather Program Information

202

(1)

Evaluate Programs

203

(8)

CHECKLIST 10.1: Characteristics of a Quality PhD Program

204

(2)

What Do Graduate Programs Want?

206

(1)

The Application

207

(4)

The Graduate Record Exam General Test

211

(5)

Overview

211

(1)

Verbal Section of the GRE

212

(1)

Quantitative Section of the GRE

213

(1)

Analytic Writing Section of the GRE

213

(1)

Preparing for the GRE General Test

214

(2)

The GRE Psychology Test

216

(1)

Admissions Essays and Personal Statements

217

(4)

Essay Topics

217

(1)

Length and Content

218

(1)

Writing as a Process

219

(2)

Letters of Recommendation

221

(1)

Whom Should You Ask?

221

(1)

Help Your Referees

222

(1)

Confidentiality

222

(1)

Now What?

222

(1)

Acing the Interview

223

(1)

Being Accepted

224

(1)

Dealing With Rejection

225

(1)

Suggested Readings

226

(1)

Web Resources

226

(1)

Applying to Graduate School

226

(1)

GRE Homepage

226

(1)

Psychology Graduate School Portal

226

(1)

Applying to Psychology Graduate School Programs: The Application Process

227

(1)

About Graduate School

227

(1)

Journal Exercise

227

(1)

Why Graduate School?

227

(1)

References

228

(7)

Index

235

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