Confirmation Bias

Question 1

• explore writing commons and discover how to cite per APA format

• demonstrate proper paragraph structure
• make an attempt to cite and quote per APA format
  • cut and paste the URL for APA format from writingcommons
  • research and define in your own words with proper citation: cognitive dissonance
  • research and define in your own words with proper citation: confirmation bias

Answer/ address the following statements/ questions

Why/ how are the two terms for this week important?

Question 2

After reading about long-term memory and how the development of schemas contributes to it, discuss how elaboration contributes to the building of schemas. Discuss how building elaborate schemas is related to becoming an expert in a subject or field. Describe a personal or professional example of an elaborate schema that you have developed. Hint: Think about your unique knowledge or skills.

Cite your source using APA.