Review of Key Concepts from Lecture Notes

These flashcards encompass key terms and definitions from the lecture notes, aiding in vocabulary retention and understanding for the upcoming exam.

Heuristic

A mental shortcut that allows people to make decisions and solve problems quickly.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Constructivism

A theory of learning suggesting that individuals construct knowledge through their experiences and interactions.

Metacognition

Awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.

Validity

The extent to which a test measures what it claims to measure.

Reliability

The consistency of a research study or measuring test.

Social Learning Theory

A theory proposed by Albert Bandura that suggests people learn from one another through observation, imitation, and modeling.

Schema

A cognitive framework or concept that helps organize and interpret information.

Peripheral Route to Persuasion

A method of persuasion that relies on superficial cues rather than the content of the message.