Assessment Description

Description

 

Assessment Description

 

 

The concept and theories of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection are important components in the history of psychology. Several key theorists have contributed to these concepts and have left an indelible mark in the history of psychology.

 

General Requirements:

 

Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:

 

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

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This assignment requires that at least four additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.

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Directions:

 

In a paper (1,750-2,000 words), define and contrast the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection as they relate to the history of psychology. Include the following in your paper:

 

A description of the antecedents of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection. Who were the major contributors to each of those concepts?

A contrast of the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection. What do you believe are the most relevant attributes of these concepts as they relate to modern psychology?

A discussion of how the concepts of structuralism, functionalism, and introspection are used in the field of psychology today.

 

 

 

 

Rubric Criteria

 

Criteria Description

 

Description of the Antecedents of Functionalism, Structuralism, and Introspection

 

5: Excellent

48 points

 

A description of the antecedents of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is clearly presented. Research is current and from authoritative, original, scholarly sources.

 

4: Good

43.68 points

 

A description of the antecedents of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is clearly presented. Research is from original sources. Most are authoritative but some may be dated.

 

3: Satisfactory

39.36 points

 

A description of the antecedents of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is present but is cursory and lacks depth.

 

2: Less Than Satisfactory

35.04 points

 

A description of the antecedents of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is present but incomplete or inaccurate.

 

1: Unsatisfactory

0 points

 

A description of the antecedents of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is either not present or not evident to the reader.

 

Criteria Description

 

Contrast of the Concepts of Functionalism, Structuralism, and Introspection

 

5: Excellent

60 points

 

A contrast of the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is clearly presented. Research is current and from authoritative, original, scholarly sources.

 

4: Good

54.6 points

 

A contrast of the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is clearly presented. Research is from original sources. Most are authoritative but some may be dated.

 

3: Satisfactory

49.2 points

 

A contrast of the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is present but is cursory and lacks depth.

 

2: Less Than Satisfactory

43.8 points

 

A contrast of the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is present but inaccurate or illogical.

 

1: Unsatisfactory

0 points

 

A contrast of the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection is either not present or not evident to the reader.

 

Criteria Description

 

Discussion of How the Concepts of Functionalism, Structuralism, and Introspection Are Used in the Field of Psychology Today

 

5: Excellent

60 points

 

A discussion of how the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection are used in the field of psychology today is clearly presented. Research is current and from authoritative, original, scholarly sources.

 

4: Good

54.6 points

 

A discussion of how the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection are used in the field of psychology today is clearly presented. Research is from original sources. Most are authoritative but some may be dated.

 

3: Satisfactory

49.2 points

 

A discussion of how the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection are used in the field of psychology today is present but is cursory and lacks depth.

 

2: Less Than Satisfactory

43.8 points

 

A discussion of how the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection are used in the field of psychology today is present but incomplete or inaccurate.

 

1: Unsatisfactory

0 points

 

A discussion of how the concepts of functionalism, structuralism, and introspection are used in the field of psychology today is either not present or not evident to the reader.

 

Criteria Description

 

Synthesis and Argument

 

5: Excellent

24 points

 

Synthesis of source information is present and scholarly. Argument is clear and convincing, presenting a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.

 

4: Good

21.84 points

 

Synthesis of source information is present and meaningful. Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.

 

3: Satisfactory

19.68 points

 

Synthesis of source information is present, but pedantic. Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.

 

2: Less Than Satisfactory

17.52 points

 

Synthesis of source information is attempted, but is not successful. Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.

 

1: Unsatisfactory

0 points

 

No synthesis of source information is evident. Statement of purpose is not followed to a justifiable conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses non-credible sources.

 

Criteria Description

 

Thesis Development and Purpose

 

5: Excellent

24 points

 

Thesis and/or main claim are clear and comprehensive; the essence of the paper is contained within the thesis.

 

4: Good

21.84 points

 

Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. They are descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.

 

3: Satisfactory

19.68 points

 

Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose.

 

2: Less Than Satisfactory

17.52 points

 

Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear.

 

1: Unsatisfactory

0 points

 

Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.

 

Criteria Description

 

Mechanics of Writing

 

5: Excellent

12 points

 

Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.

 

4: Good

10.92 points

 

Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used.

 

3: Satisfactory

9.84 points

 

Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.

 

2: Less Than Satisfactory

8.76 points

 

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.

 

1: Unsatisfactory

0 points

 

Mechanical errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used.

 

Criteria Description

 

APA Format

 

5: Excellent

12 points

 

The document is correctly formatted. In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.

 

4: Good

10.92 points

 

Required format is used, but minor errors are present (e.g. headings and direct quotes). Reference page is present and includes all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and citation style is usually correct.

 

3: Satisfactory

9.84 points

 

Required format is generally correct. However, errors are present (e.g. font, cover page, margins, and in-text citations). Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented though some errors are present.

 

2: Less Than Satisfactory

8.76 points

 

Required format elements are missing or incorrect. A lack of control with formatting is apparent. Reference page is present. However, in-text citations are inconsistently used.

 

1: Unsatisfactory

0 points

 

Required format is rarely followed correctly. No reference page is included. No in-text citations are used.

 

Total240 points

 

 

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