Question 1

Why don't Ratemyprofessor.com ratings tend to be reliable or valid measures of course quality?

Accepted Answer

A)  Because students can't rate the professor long after the course is over 
B)  Because students' comments are screened by the website host 
C)  Because the ratings service uses only the most current reactions of students 
D)  Because only those who loved or hated the course tend to contribute to the survey

Question 2

Should you take harder courses rather than taking it easy by taking "throwaway" courses in your final semesters?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yes. It documents your seriousness as a scholar. 
B)  Yes. You should do so because everyone will be scrutinizing your transcript. 
C)  No. You should be able to treat yourself after working hard. 
D)  No. You have the right to take any course you want to fulfill requirements.

Question 3

Discuss five steps novice psychology majors should take in order to demonstrate they are serious about doing well in the discipline.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

How did William Perry describe dualistic learners?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are confident that they already have all the answers. 
B)  They prefer simple answers over complex answers. 
C)  They show little curiosity. 
D)  They dislike learning.

Question 5

What's the BEST strategy if you don't get into graduate school the first time you apply?

Accepted Answer

A)  Abandon the plan. Competition will only be worse the following year. 
B)  Reapply to schools that have a closer match with your qualifications. 
C)  Reapply to the rejecting schools with an appropriate appeal. 
D)  Take it as a clear sign that you should head into the workforce rather than try again.

Question 6

Learners who expect and manage complexity are referred to by William Perry as:

Accepted Answer

A)  relativistic. 
B)  committed. 
C)  dualistic. 
D)  abstract.

Exam 6: Charting Your Course in the Major