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WASHINGTON - Nearly 50 years after one of the most controversial behavioral experiments in history, a social psychologist has found that people are still just as willing to administer what they believe are painful electric shocks to others when urged on by an authority figure. Jerry M.

Detailed description and commentary on Milgram's famous experiment - contains pictures of the advertisement for participants, the equipment used etc.

This site provides a long list of movies categorized according to psychological topic/field. The author provides a good overview of each film and has even included some interesting articles of her own regarding psychological topics in film.

The science of positive psychology and playing video games

I want the students to be able to critique and potentially harangue any materials presented by a "noted" authority. Where do they get their data from, how valid were the experimental procedures, etc. Likewise, I want them to explore the potential implications of the data found. How can it be used, and are there any ethical ramifications? Pieces like this are great for fostering such discussions.

I found this blog to be very helpful in dealing with the everyday problem of time management. The issue of procrastination is dealt with very well. In a very relatable manner, the author explains the thoughts associated with procrastination and helps readers deal with it too. There are plenty of the other articles on this blog that are very helpful.

Teaching resources are documents that can pertain to any aspect of teaching. (Syllabi have their own listings under Project Syllabus.) Instructors have generously shared classroom activities, annotated bibliographies, film guides, lab manuals, advising aids, textbook compendiums, and much more. Notations indicate those that developed from Instructional Resource Awards. Authors: Daniel M.