TedEd: How Does the Rorschach Inkblot Test Work? (Damion Searls)For nearly a century, ten inkblots have been used as an almost mystical personality test. Long kept confidential for psychologists and their patients, the mysterious images were said to draw out the workings of a person's mind. But what can inkblots really tell us, and how does this test work? Damion Searls details how the Rorschach Test can help us understand the patterns of our perceptions. [Directed by Kozmonot Animation Studio, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Deniz Dogancay].
The Five Triggers of Conspiracy ThinkingWhy are conspiracy theories so alluring? This program considers triggers of conspiracy thinking, looking at how mental shortcuts can serve us well but but also can lead us down the rabbit hole of conspiracy thinking.
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John Donvan in Conversation with David McRaney on the Science of Changing MindsWhat does it take to change someone else's mind? It turns out there is a science to it. That's at least according to David McRaney, a journalist, author, and host of the You Are Not So Smart podcast. The first step, he says, is don't overtly try to win an argument. Try instead to express your ideas and lead the person along in stages. This approach—rather than attempting to defeat the opposing party—can more effectively get the other person to eventually align with your own thinking. It is also essential, he adds, to listen carefully to the other person and develop techniques to actively communicate. In this conversation, Intelligence Squared U.S. debate host John Donvan discusses with McRaney the science of changing minds and the different methods that can be employed.
Fake FamousFollowers, likes, comments – these are the currencies of fame today. But can the 140 million Instagram users boasting over 100,000 followers all be considered famous? To answer this question, former reporter for the New York Times and Vanity Fair Nick Bilton and a team of social media experts, casting agents, and stylists recruit three starry-eyed Los Angeles transplants to participate in a social experiment designed to turn everyday people with modest online followings into “famous” influencers. But as Nick showers Dominque, Chris, and Wylie with phony photoshoots and fake followers that are really “bots,” maintaining the illusion of online celebrity spirals into an unpredictable undertaking. Peeling back the layers to reveal what’s really happening behind the scenes of influencer “fame,” Fake Famous illuminates the good and bad results of our obsession with social media.
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Child Development Theorists: Freud to Erikson to Spock…and BeyondUsing historical footage and photos in combination with video shot at day care centers, this program offers an entertaining and enlightening introduction to the major child development theorists, how their theories differ, and how the application of multiple theories can be beneficial to parents, caregivers, and educators. Theorists presented include Sigmund Freud, Maria Montessori, Arnold Gesell, Lev Vygotsky, Jean Piaget, Rudolf Dreikurs, Erik Erikson, Abraham Maslow, John Bowlby, B. F. Skinner, Benjamin Spock, Lawrence Kohlberg, T. Berry Brazelton, Diana Baumrind, and Howard Gardner. Viewable/printable educational resources are available online. (22 minutes)
A Class DividedAfter the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr., an elementary school teacher in a small Iowa town decided to introduce ideas about racism and discrimination to her all-white class. This classic Frontline episode recounts Jane Elliott’s bold experiment and its provocative approach—awarding special privileges to her blue-eyed students while discriminating against those whose eyes were brown. The program tracks down Mrs. Elliott’s former third-graders to learn what effect those early lessons about ignorance and injustice had on their lives. Distributed by PBS Distribution. (60 minutes)
The Cult of Conspiracy: QanonA look behind the curtain of one of the most prominent conspiracies of modern times, QAnon. From the biggest names in the game, to the digital soldiers waging war, Ben Zand seeks to understand what sets people on such a divergent path of lies. A BBC Production.
Eyewitness Testimony: Psychological AspectsEyewitness testimony remains one of the most important sources of evidence in criminal investigations. Even in cases where there is only eyewitness evidence, 75 percent result in a conviction. This three-section program weighs the reliability of eyewitness testimony and what this reveals about the nature of memory itself. It also examines the concept of schemas and the nature of constructive memory, illustrates the effect of leading questions and the planting of false information, and looks at three ways to improve eyewitness testimony: the cognitive interview, police reconstructions, and hypnosis.
Fake FamousFollowers, likes, comments – these are the currencies of fame today. But can the 140 million Instagram users boasting over 100,000 followers all be considered famous? To answer this question, former reporter for the New York Times and Vanity Fair Nick Bilton and a team of social media experts, casting agents, and stylists recruit three starry-eyed Los Angeles transplants to participate in a social experiment designed to turn everyday people with modest online followings into “famous” influencers. But as Nick showers Dominque, Chris, and Wylie with phony photoshoots and fake followers that are really “bots,” maintaining the illusion of online celebrity spirals into an unpredictable undertaking. Peeling back the layers to reveal what’s really happening behind the scenes of influencer “fame,” Fake Famous illuminates the good and bad results of our obsession with social media. An HBO Production.
Intuitionists vs. RationalistsIs the government covering up aliens? Whether or not you believe this conspiracy theory depends on whether you are an intuitionist or a rationalist. This program considers studies that show that these different world views are increasingly driving Americans apart.
Martin Buber and PsychotherapyThis video discussion with psychologist Mick Cooper presents the core ideas of Martin Buber's classic 1923 text I and Thou and how it underpins an ethical, relational approach to psychotherapy. Mick explains how Buber's I-Thou stance differs from the I-It stance and what it means for counselling and psychotherapeutic work.
Prudent ParanoiaAfrican Americans are more suspicious of doctors than the rest of the country and 50% believe conspiracy theories about HIV. This program probes the good reasons to be suspicious and questions how we draw the line between being prudent and being paranoid.
Psychology Media SuiteThe Psychology Media Suite will add a dynamic new dimension to any college, Advanced Placement, or high school psychology course. Comprising more than 120 video clips and other media, the Suite is a blend of documentary segments illustrating foundational psychology concepts and principles, reports on cutting-edge research in psychology, and Active Teaching Modules designed to enable instructors to re-create studies such as the Asch Conformity Experiment and the Stroop test, conduct psychology experiments on selective attention and eyewitness memory, and more—right in the classroom!
The Study of MemoryThis program introduces the basic terms used in the study of memory—such as encoding and storage and retrieval—and looks briefly at the historical ideas about memory. Modern theories are explained using diagrams and real-life examples, and the program then goes on to discuss current research in the area of everyday memory. The reasons for forgetting are explored and the biological basis of memory outlined. In addition, the program examines ways of improving memory. The program emphasizes the radical shift from laboratory-based research to the study of memory in everyday life. The program also includes eight exercises for viewers to take part in, including memory tests and a video clip of a robbery to test recall for eyewitness testimony. (74 minutes)
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