Basic Mechanisms of learning
The Question
We have spent some time discussing the various levels of analysis that can be applied to learning. Choose either a form of non-associative and/or an example of associative learning and explain it on at least 3 different levels.
Purpose: In order to assess what you’ve learned in the first portion of this course, you will write a 2-4 page, single-spaced paper answering the question above. The goal is for you to synthesize information that we have discussed so far and communicate your understanding of the material that has been covered.
Audience: This is a formal paper written for an academic audience. However, you should assume that your audience is intelligent but relatively naïve about your topic. Thorough explanation is appropriate[unique_solution]
Genre: This is an academic paper that is explanatory in nature. If the question asks you to take a side on an argument, you should have a more thesis driven response. However, if the question is asking for explication of a topic or phenomenon, an argumentative essay is not necessary. If you are unsure of how to structure your responses, please ask me!
Conventions: You should appropriately cite sources in your response. If an idea is someone else’s (comes from something you’ve read) you must give credit where credit is due. You can use any citation convention you choose, but be consistent. APA is always an acceptable format. Regardless, you should include in-text citations as well as a works cited page.
Some details:
- 2-4 pages
- Single spaced
- Use any papers we’ve read in class
- You may (but are not required to) use 1-2 additional peer-reviewed papers if you need to
- You will be graded on the content of the paper (how you answer the question) as well as the quality. Make sure you are using complete sentences, appropriate transitions, etc. This is a formal paper – use of I and we as well as contractions are fine, but spelling and grammar counts.
- You should complete the assignment independently, but you are welcome to visit the writing center for help with composition.