Theory Into Practice: Cognitive Dissonance

Why do people continue to do things they know are harmful? A short video analysis of Leon Festinger's A Theory of Cognitive Dissonance discusses the conflict between held beliefs and contradictory information, and the lengths that...

Every political theory needs a devil's advocate. Discussing Karl Marx with your classroom creates a healthy debate about the pros and cons of the capitalistic system and government. Last in a series of 13, the video includes primary...

This site from the Theory Into Practice website explains the concept of Social Learning Theory developed by Albert Bandura. Includes basic principles and examples with links to additional information.

An explanation of the three fundamental assumptions of the cognitive dissonance theory. Also presents an experiment that was conducted as an example that shows how the theory works.

This site from the Theory Into Practice Websit provides scientific explanation of the drive reduction theory proposed by American psychologist Clark Hull. Good example and list of main principles.

High schoolers examine the history of the game theory. They practice using new vocabulary. They write about the debate on exchange using different viewpoints.

Concise descriptions of the major theories of learning.

Service learning projects provide pupils an opportunity to put the theories they are learning about civics into practice. Scholars investigate the needs of their community and then adopt a project for them to become involved in.

Explains what social psychology is, its history, and significant leaders in the field and the theories they developed.

Why do people develop substance abuse issues? This video delves into several theories on why people start and continue using legal and illegal substances. [10:28]