Assignment: Compare And Contrast The Theories Of Both Philosophy And Physiology
Before the Assignment:
1. Read Chapter 2 (philosophical) & 3 (physiological) in your textbook. ( Schultz, D.P., & Schultz, S.E. (2012). A History of Modern Psychology, (Ed. 10th),
2. Watch the Total Philosophy: Rene Descartes YouTube video "Total Philosophy: Why René Descartes said 'I think, therefore I am'".
3. Read the online article, Writing Essays by Dodd.
Instructions:
1. Part of your reading this week includes the short online article, Writing Essays. Be sure that your essay follows the mechanics of writing that is discussed in the article. In order to earn maximum points for this assignment, do not forget that in writing a complete and coherent paper you need to include an introductory paragraph (thesis statement and main points) and a concluding paragraph (summarization of the topics, along with a strong concluding statement).
2. Include the following in your paper:
• Focus on only two theorists and only one of the theorist's main concepts for each discipline: (a) philosophy and (b) physiology (total theorists = 4; total concepts = 4). In other words, do not try to summarize all the relevant concepts and theorists of philosophy and physiology.
o Important Note: Whenever possible, do try to apply the theorists concepts to real world experiences.
o Do interpret the concepts of the theorists in your own words.
o Do not use in your paper "quoted material," unless absolutely necessary, to the point you are making.
• Compare and Contrast the most significant influences to psychology in the areas of philosophy (Chapter 2) and physiology (Chapter 3).
• Briefly, discuss the Zeitgeist (intellectual climate of the times, i.e, social, cultural, religious, political, educational, cultural influencing factors upon the theorists worldview).
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.