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Curated Video

Confirmation Bias: Why We See What We Want to See

Higher Ed
This video explores the concept of confirmation bias, where people tend to interpret and recall information in ways that affirm their preconceptions. It explains how biases can be passed down through generations and how slowing down and...
Instructional Video4:45
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Nature-Nurture

Higher Ed
Is human behaviour explained primarily by what we inherit or what we experience? This film explores this key issue by looking at the example of aggression.
Instructional Video6:08
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Variables

Higher Ed
Although the idea of variables can seem dull and uninspiring, they're important because they're everywhere in psychology and this film addresses questions of definition, types, reliability, validity and application.
Instructional Video3:28
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Sleep, memory and learning

Higher Ed
While sleep is for rest and repair of the brain, parts of it are still very active at various times and sleep psychologists believe one of the things they're doing is helping to consolidate our memories. This short film looks at...
Instructional Video2:43
Intelligence Squared

The Secret to Decision-Making

Higher Ed
Psychologist and bestselling author Daniel Goleman speaks on 'Focus: The Secret to High Performance and Fulfilment '.
Instructional Video5:32
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The Usefulness of Psychological Research

Higher Ed
Have you ever wondered why some people claim to see the face of Jesus in their toast? Well, psychologists at the University of Toronto did. But what possible use can such research have? This film looks at the usefulness of psychological...