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Define schema theory

Schemas are our mental representations of knowledge based on our culture and based experiences. Schema theory is the idea that our schemas are integrated with information if there are blanks or unfamiliar...

CS
Answered by Conner S. Psychology tutor
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How should I best approach SAQs to get the highest marks in Paper 1? Could you give an example?

For SAQs (Short Answer Questions) in Paper 1, remember that they are worth 8 marks each. You can easily get at least 6 marks if you do the following. I will use the bullet point "Explain one study re...

MC
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How do I approach a short answer question in an exam?

The first thing I would advice you to do is look at the command term of the question you are about to answer because it will tell you what you need to include in your answer and what you can omit, which s...

JR
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What is the difference between reliability and validity of diagnosis?

Diagnosis involves identifying a disease by its signs, symptoms and from the results of various diagnostic procedures. Reliability can be defined as consistency between two measurements. There are two mai...

TG
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What is a schema?

A cognitive schema is a mental representation of knowledge stored in the brain about anything, for example a place or an event. A schema can be seen as a network of knowledge, beliefs and expectations abo...

TG
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