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History of Psychology, 4/e
David Hothersall, Ohio State University
Functionalism at the University of Chicago and Columbia University

Discussion Questions



1

Describe the Functionalist perspective. Describe what it emphasizes, and mention some contrasts between Functionalism and Structuralism.
2

Name two Functionalists who were also interested in education. Describe some of their contributions to education, pedagogy, or educational psychology.
3

The Functionalists described in Chapter 10 were active in several interesting activities outside of psychological research. Give examples of these activities for two of the Functionalists, along with the corresponding names.
4

Summarize Woodworth's interest in motivational psychology. What was his main point? What was he cautioning against?
5

Describe Thorndike's view of learning. Be sure to include an explanation of his law of effect.








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