PSY 100 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Eyewitness Testimony, Psych, Problem Solving
Document Summary
Interest in the application of psych to everyday life. French psychologist alfred binet developed modern intelligence tests. His goal was to develop a test that would identify school children in need of educational support. Henry goddard introduced these tests to america. Assessment and meaning of intelligence fueled debates in american psych and society for nearly 100 years. This is captured in the nature nurture debate. Raised questions about the relative contributions of heredity and environment in determining intelligence. Applied psych is not limited to mental testing. What psychologists were learning in their labs is applied in many settings including military, business, industry and education. Early application of experimental psych in america. Witmer and wundt both received phd"s in experimental psych together at university of penn. Witmer believed psych dealt with study of sensation and perception. Should be of value in treating children with learning and behavioral problems. Credited as the founder of both clinical and school psych.
