Week 4

Instructions

Socioeconomic Factors: Literature Review

The research and application of psychology is influenced by external factors, such as what we discussed in the previous assignment regarding multiculturalism. Other issues that impact psychology are socioeconomic factors including such things as poverty, access to health care, education, and living conditions/quality of life.

  • For this assignment, you will review three scholarly journal articles related to your interests in psychology and relevant to socioeconomic factors as described by (but not limited to) the examples above.
  • The scholarly journal articles will be within the last 23 years.
  • Search the  Online Library databases. Other sources, such as textbooks, Wikipedia, and other online sources will not be accepted. Read and analyze each of the articles and create a synopsis.

In your synopsis, make sure to include:

  • A summary of each of the journal articles.
  • Your thoughts and perspectives regarding the concepts covered in each of the journal articles.

Discussion

 Your post should be no longer than 2-3 paragraphs and should show your understanding of the weeks readings and lectures. Simply posting your opinion will not guarantee you any points for the week. You must be able to make intelligent connections between the discussion question topic and course content. Your response should reference relevant concepts, theories, and/or findings from the textbook, additional readings, and lectures. 

Discussion: 

1. Does the gender wage gap exist? 

2. What is the evidence for and against the existence of a gender wage gap? 

3. What are the various factors that affect how people come to claim that the wage gap does or does not exist?

Here are some resources to get you started, but be sure to cite other sources, including empirical research (some resources can be found under Additional Readings in this weeks module), in your argument as well:

Racial, gender wage gaps persist in U.S. despite some progress

https://time.com/3222543/wage-pay-gap-myth-feminism/

The True Story of the Gender Pay Gap

week 4

Interpret and compare the performances of students in a test of basic skills.

Question 1: A test has a mean of 30 and a standard deviation of five.

  • Jackie has scored in the 57th percentile.
  • Ethan has a T score of 70.
  • Lan has obtained a z score of 0.2.
  • Salvatore has received a raw score of 27.

On the basis of the information provided, answer the following questions:

  • Who has scored the highest?
  • Who has scored the lowest?

Question 2: is attached see table The following table displays fictitious data for a four-option multiple-choice question:

The data was collected from a hundred individuals classified on the basis of classupper, middle, or lower. This classification was done on the basis of the total scores using Kelly’s 27% rule. Correct options have been marked with an asterisk for each question.

On the basis of the data provided, answer the following question:

Are there any faulty distractors? Why do you believe the distractors are working (or not working) properly?

In a Microsoft Word document, create a 2- to 3-page report, answering the above questions.

Support your responses with examples.

Using APA format, appropriately cite your sources throughout the

Week 4 Discussion

Intelligence and Adaptive Testing

Based on your understanding of the standard scores (i.e., estimate individual’s scores as above average, average, or below average as compared to his or her classmates), answer the following:

  • Explain at least two situational factors that may impact the usefulness of the different types of standard scores.
  • Which type of standard scorez scores, T scores, stanines, or percentilesdo you think is most useful when communicating assessment results to the general public? Why?
  • What are the advantages or disadvantages of using one type of score over the others?

Submission Details:

  • Submit your document to the Discussion Area by the due date assigned. Respond to at least two posts by the end of the week.
  • Use an APA style reference list with in-text citations in your initial response.
  • Use an APA style reference list with in-text citations in at least one of your two responses to classmates.

Homework

 

Homework Grading Rubric

Homework Grading Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPts

Content

54 to >49.0 ptsAdvanced
All or nearly all responses represent the best answer to the question/prompt as indicated in the course materials. Responses are worth 1, 2, 3, or 4 points as indicated on the homework sheet.

49 to >44.0 ptsProficient
Most responses represent the best answer to the question/prompt as indicated in the course materials. Responses are worth 1, 2, 3, or 4 points as indicated on the homework sheet.

44 to >0.0 ptsDeveloping
Some responses represent the best answer to the question/prompt as indicated in the course materials. Responses are worth 1, 2, 3, or 4 points as indicated on the homework sheet.

0 ptsNot Present

54 pts

StructureMechanics/Structure

6 to >5.0 ptsAdvanced
All or nearly all responses meet the instructions specified related to APA formatting of formulas and communication of results. In addition, written answers demonstrate competence in written expression/grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

5 to >4.0 ptsProficient
Most responses meet the instructions specified related to APA formatting of formulas and communication of results. In addition, written answers demonstrate competence in written expression/grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

4 to >0.0 ptsDeveloping
Some responses meet the instructions specified related to APA formatting of formulas and communication of results. In addition, written answers demonstrate competence in written expression/grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

0 ptsNot Present

6 pts

Total Points: 60

discussion

 

  • Is transformational leadership beneficial in all kinds of organizations and industries? If so, why? If not, share examples of organizations or companies that you believe are incompatible with transformational leadership principles. 
  • Does transformational leadership contribute to employee performance? Discuss whether the productivity or validity of transformational leadership is consistent or depends on followers with varied personality characteristics.