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The resource suggestions on this document are for guidance only. We hope you find this list helpful. Some are very suitable for GCSE level and others will have useful sections that can be incorporated into lessons. There are several that include archive footage from classic psychology studies. None of these titles have been endorsed by the exam board. Please contact us if you wish other titles to be added to the list - sales@uniview.co.uk.


Into the Mind: Episode 1: Mind Control dvd

Into the Mind: Episode 1: Mind Control dvd

Ref: 1760 The first in a 3 part series presented by Dr Michael Mosley which explores the human mind through psychological experiments of the last century, and questions the ethics of how far some experimenters were prepared to go in their quest for knowledge. Original footage of many of these experiments makes uncomfortable viewing at times.

Episode 1 focuses on the bizarre and sinister ways in which science has been used to try and control our minds, featuring studies by Pavlov, Skinner, Milgram and Robert Heath.
 



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People to People: social psychology dvd

People to People: social psychology dvd

Ref: 1741 This film provides an excellent overview of the development of the field of social psychology over the last 100 years. This includes explanations of key terms, such as norms, conformity, deindividuation, social influence, social loafing, participation and motivation. Examples of events such as My Lai and Rosa Parkes' behaviour in the US illustrate how our everyday lives are impacted by the behaviour of others.

Ongoing important debates on whether behaviour is caused by personality or situation, and the role of genetics versus the media in aggressive behaviouri are explored, including interesting comments by Bandura.

This film is particularly relevant to current AQA and Edexcel GCSE specifications and
AQA and Edexcel, AS/A2 specifications.



 



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Gender and Sexuality dvd

Gender and Sexuality dvd

Ref: 1737 This film explores gender and sexuality within the context of cultural expectations. It includes clear explanations of both terms and the differences between them, leading on to discussion on sexual orientation and stereotypes.

Social influences on gender roles, as explained by both Social Cognitive and Gender Schema Theories, are discussed and illustrated. What are the main differences between the sexes? Often cited examples of spatial skills and verbal fluency are included.

This film is relevant to current AQA and WJEC specifications at GCSE level and
AQA and Edexcel specifications at AS/A2 level.




 



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Personality Theories dvd

Personality Theories dvd

Ref: 1735 The film examines Nelson Mandela's personality through the views of Freud's (Psychoanalytic), Carl Rogers' and Abraham Maslow's (Humanistic) and Bandura's (Social Cognitive) personality theories. Comments from Bandura on the development of his theory are included.

This film is relevant to all AS/A2 exam boards.

Produced in 2006
Duration 30 mins
 



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Non-Verbal Communication PsyKit  Resource CD & Supporting Practical Materials

Non-Verbal Communication PsyKit
Resource CD & Supporting Practical Materials

Ref: 1650
An ideal resource to cover the non-verbal communication section of the GCSE syllabus, with information on many of the key research studies (some examples are given below) and follow-up work for students.

Topics include: paralinguistics (Argyle, Alkema & Gilmour 1971); eye contact (Argyle 1975); pupil dilation (Hess 1963); facial expressions (Ekman 1971; Sackheim 1978); body language; personal space (Hall 1966; Felipe & Sommer 1966; Fisher & Byrne 1975).

There are suggestions for comprehensive group and individual activities with all the necessary materials included.

Content created by subject consultant Victoria Carrington.

"Fab box full of inspiring ideas and useful products designed for the specification. Thank you Uniview" A. Bush: Psychology Teacher, The folkstone School For Girls

Designed to give you several lessons in one box.

Download User Guide: "What is a PsyKit?"



 



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Non-Verbal Communication Resource cd

Non-Verbal Communication Resource cd

Ref: 1649 Designed as a central part of our Non-Verbal Communication PsyKit, this resource cd contains two PowerPoint presentations and a set of printable activity cards (Word format).
The main presentation covers key elements of the GCSE syllabus and includes many photographs and images.
The second presentation has worksheets and instructions for a wide variety of linked activities. (Please note the materials needed for these activities are available separately or within the PsyKit itself).




 



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The BBC Prison Study DVD (Haslam & Reicher)

The BBC Prison Study DVD (Haslam & Reicher)

Ref: 1489 In this new DVD, Alex Haslam and Steve Reicher tell the story of the largest field study in social psychology for over 30 years using illustrative footage from the BBC series. The DVD is divided into 5 easily accessible sections.

"I will be using the DVD as a revision lesson for my students this year and because of this will do a much better job of teaching this fab study next year". M. Holah, Psycblog
 



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Psychology Stationery Pack

Psychology Stationery Pack

Ref: 1722 A useful stationery pack suitable for psychology revision sessions, quiz prizes, club meetings and Open Days.
12 pens with text (Loftus & Palmer 1974 'Smashed, collided, bumped, hit, contacted?')
6 rulers with text (Line Up for the Asch Test)
6 rulers with text (Ethics ... Where do you draw the line?)
6 erasers (Prejudice, Let's erase it)


 



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Classic Studies in Psychology 1 (Short Cuts) dvd

Classic Studies in Psychology 1 (Short Cuts) dvd

Ref: 1383 This DVD features original footage, expert anaylsis and excellent graphics featuring 5 major psychological studies which includes:
  • Bandura on Social Learning
  • Elizabeth Loftus on Eyewitness Testimony
  • Milgram's Experiments on Obedience
  • Mary Ainsworth on The Strange Situation
  • Philip Zimbardo's Stanford Prison Experiment.

    The package consists of a number of short video programmes which allows teachers great flexibility to integrate appropriate footage and material into their lessons.

    The DVD also contains suggested lesson plans, power points, classroom activities and further reference materials which are an excellent aid in the classroom and back up the video footage.

    "Short Cuts represents the future of educational resources, brief and to the point, with plenty of opportunities for interactive learning."D. Gajic, Head of Social Science at Polesworth International Language College
     



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    Understanding Prejudice dvd

    Understanding Prejudice dvd

    Ref: 1684 This excellent DVD is suitable for ages 14 and upwards and looks at key aspects of prejudice in its many forms in the 21st century, from racial to sexuality and from disability to income related prejudice. This programme takes a look at the reasons why prejudice is perpetuated in society, the impact it has on individuals and ways of tackling and reducing prejudice.
    Click here to view and download Teachers' Notes


     



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    Attachment Relationships:Nurturing Healthy Bonds dvd

    Attachment Relationships:Nurturing Healthy Bonds dvd

    Ref: 1639 This well designed film gives a clear overview of the development of attachment theory focusing on the work of John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth. Attachment is shown to be vital for a child's emotional wellbeing and security as they travel through the different stages of attachment.  



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    Invitation To Social Psychology dvd

    Invitation To Social Psychology dvd

    Ref: 767 Written, presented and narrated by Stanley Milgram, this resource is packed with clips from reconstructions of key actual experiments:

  • Asch (conformity)
  • Milgram (obedience)
  • Latane and Darley (bystander apathy)
  • Zimbardo (prison study).

    Social Psychology in one lesson!

     



    Price: £130.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)




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    Signalling Emotions Activities cd

    Signalling Emotions Activities cd

    Ref: 1050 This fantastic new resource by Julia Russell gives you everything you need - no preparation required. It's also great value. With 17 different activities (making them only £1.17 each) and no site licence required - you can't go wrong!


    See also: SIGNALLING EMOTIONS POSTER
     



    Price: £20.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    The Human Face dvd

    The Human Face dvd

    Ref: 1382 Presented by John Cleese and Liz Hurley, this first film in the BBC's highly acclaimed The Human Face series examines our facial expressions and how we communicate without actually saying a word. Contributors include David Attenborough and a number of leading psychologists who examine this form of non-verbal communication




     



    Price: £75.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)



    GCSE Brain PsyKit  Resource CD & Supporting Practical Materials

    GCSE Brain PsyKit
    Resource CD & Supporting Practical Materials

    Ref: 1601

    An ideal resource to cover various aspects of the GCSE syllabus, with information and diagrams on the brain and central nervous system.

    Topics covered on PowerPoint presentation include:
  • Amygdala, Cerebral cortex, Visual cortex, Pituitary gland, Limbic system, Nervous system, Neurons, MRI and PET scans, how to keep your brain healthy.


    There are suggestions for comprehensive group and individual activities with all the necessary materials included.

    Content created by Head of Psychology , Uniview consultant, examiner and text book author Dr Julia Russell

    Download User Guide: "What is a PsyKit?"


     



    Price: £49.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    GCSE Brain Resource cd

    GCSE Brain Resource cd

    Ref: 1715 Designed as a central part of our GCSE Brain PsyKit, this resource cd contains three PowerPoint presentations.
    The main presentation covers areas of the brain, lobe locations and functions, limbic system, scanning techniques, research studies, neural structure and function and looking after your brain.
    The other presentations include relevant activities, worksheet and experiments. (Please note the materials needed for these activities are available separately or within the PsyKit itself).





     



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    Brain Labelling PsyKitten

    Brain Labelling PsyKitten

    Ref: 1716 This practical resource is a cost effective way to produce a lively and memorable session.
    This kinaesthetic labelling activity has been collated following several teacher suggestions for helping students learn and remember the different areas of the brain and their functions. Using a funky coloured shower cap as a brain, pupils are given labels to apply to relevant areas.
     



    Price: £15.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    Foam Brain Model

    Foam Brain Model

    Ref: 1528 Lightweight foam cross section brain model with 12 sections labelled and colour coded. Activities leaflet included with brain facts and worksheet for class use.

    Perfect for teaching key parts of the brain and their function. Excellent value resource.
    Dimensions 13 cm diameter



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    Price: £15.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    Set of Magnets

    Set of Magnets

    Ref: 1318 Credit card sized fridge magnets. Ideal for class prizes and revision activities.
    24 magnets in the set


     



    Price: £11.99 (Excluding VAT at 20%)

    Select from the magnet sets below


    Dr Hans J Eysenck dvd

    Dr Hans J Eysenck dvd

    Ref: 1373 The famous professor of psychology at the Maudsley Hospital discusses his criticisms of Freud and psychoanalysis, explaining Behaviour Therapy and its widespread uses.



     



    Price: £32.50 (Excluding VAT at 20%)



    Psychology Bookmark Set

    Psychology Bookmark Set

    Ref: 1701 Psychology Bookmarks - a mixed collection of 25 bookmarks suitable for use with GCSE or AS/A2 groups. Useful class rewards or revision items.

    3 different designs included.


     



    Price: £10.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    Cognitive Development

    Cognitive Development

    Ref: 0001 Piaget's theory fully explained and critically evaluated using recent research findings.

    VIEW FOOTAGE - The Sensory Motor Stage
    VIEW FOOTAGE - The Conservation
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Working with Children


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    Piaget's Developmental Theory: An Overview dvd

    Piaget's Developmental Theory: An Overview dvd

    Ref: 1186 In this film, which presents an overview of Piaget's developmental theory, its scope and content, David Elkind (author of The Hurried Child and Miseducation) explores the roots of Piaget's work and outlines important vocabulary and concepts that structure much of the study of child development.


    "An excellent film. Informative as well as being a lovely, sensitive presentation." Barbara Shelton, Villa Julie College, Stevenson, Maryland

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    Price: £150.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    John Bowlby: Attachment Theory Across Generations DVD

    John Bowlby: Attachment Theory Across Generations DVD

    Ref: 1217 The main focus of the programme is on the impact attachment relationships have on adult behaviour and the transmission of attachment patterns to the next generation. Featuring compelling sequences from adult psychotherapy sessions.

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    Classical and Operant Conditioning

    Classical and Operant Conditioning

    Ref: 05 The work of Ivan Pavlov and B.F. Skinner, so central to the study of Psychology, is clearly explained and discussed.


    VIEW FOOTAGE - Classical Conditioning
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Reinforcing Behaviour
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Operant Conditioning
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Schedules of Reinforcement




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    Further Approaches to Learning

    Further Approaches to Learning

    Ref: 06 This programme follows on from the world of pure reflexes and responses to examine explanations of learning other than Behaviourist ones. e.g. latent learning, insight, ethology, neuroscience and social learning.

    VIEW FOOTAGE - Animal Behaviour
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Insight Learning



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    Animal Behaviour: Mechanisms of Imprinting dvd

    Animal Behaviour: Mechanisms of Imprinting dvd

    Ref: 83 Lorenz's classic experiments are reproduced in this film, showing that ducklings will accept as 'mother' the first moving thing that is presented to them. This acceptance, known as imprinting, is strong enough to persist to the exclusion of the natural mother.

     



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    Behaviour of Animals & Human Infants in Response to a Visual Cliff dvd

    Behaviour of Animals & Human Infants in Response to a Visual Cliff dvd

    Ref: 824 This resource contains the original footage of Walk and Gibson's classic experiment into depth discrimination.

     



    Price: £79.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)



    The Mind's Storehouse: memory dvd

    The Mind's Storehouse: memory dvd

    Ref: 1746 This fascinating film opens the door onto the amazing way our brain encodes, stores, processes and retrieves information. Including comments from Loftus and Shiffrin we learn how vital memory is and how it can be affected by experience and physical damage.

    Starting with an explanation of the multi-store model and moving on to explain Ebinghaus' theory of the effect on memory of processing, viewers follow key developments in our understanding of memory. The case study of HM explores memory as a biological function within the hippocampus and includes the role of amygdala.

    Elizabeth Loftus talks about her research into changes to memory and why she challenges Freudian beliefs in repressed memories. Her work has proven key with regard to the understanding of the reliability of eyewitness testimonies, especially in legal cases.

    This film is particularly relevant to current AQA and OCR GCSE specifications and
    AQA AS specifications.
     



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    Illusion Spinner PsyKitten

    Illusion Spinner PsyKitten

    Ref: 1727 This set includes 6 Spinners, each with 5 spinning pattern discs, with explanations of how they create their illusions. Each disk is approx 4 inches in diameter.

    The patterns 'trick' your brain when spun round on the spindle. Excellent resource for demonstrating the 'motion after effect'. Other discs include a Benham pattern that turns a black and white pattern into a colour illusion, and three patterns, which create kaleidoscopic images when viewed under a florescent light.


     



    Price: £12.50 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    Psychology Bookmark Set

    Psychology Bookmark Set

    Ref: 1701 Psychology Bookmarks - a mixed collection of 25 bookmarks suitable for use with GCSE or AS/A2 groups. Useful class rewards or revision items.

    3 different designs included.


     



    Price: £10.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    Visual Perception PsyKit    Resource CD & Supporting Practical Materials

    Visual Perception PsyKit
    Resource CD & Supporting Practical Materials

    Ref: 1525 A varied collection of classroom activities and practical teaching materials to give you several lessons in one box! Designed to include everything you need along with full instructions to save you time. Useful for Open Days, club meetings and presentations as well as lessons.

    "A fantastic teaching resource!!" K. Walsh: creator of A-level Psychology.co.uk

    "Excellent Value for money" C. Barker, Head of Psychology, Wells Cathedral School

    "Excellent quality products" M.Kenny, Head of psychology, Redborne Upper Schhol

    Useful for teaching both GCSE & A-level Psychology



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    Total value over £110.00 plus many months of content preparation.


     



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    Visual Perception Resource cd

    Visual Perception Resource cd

    Ref: 1524
    Designed as a central part of our Visual Perception PsyKit, this resource cd contains four PowerPoint presentations and a collection of optical illusions and 3D images.
    The main presentation covers perception, the human visual system, illusions and explanations inc Gregory and Gestalt Laws.
    The other presentations include relevant activities, worksheet and experiments. (Please note the materials needed for these activities are available separately or within the PsyKit itself).




     



    Price: £30.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    Inversion Goggles Set

    Inversion Goggles Set

    Ref: 1630 This set comprises of one set of inversion goggles (everything appears upside down); two soft balls and a safety sheet.

    There is a FREE PowerPoint presentations available for download that includes suggested activities and printable linked sheets.
    Download Inversion Goggles Activities PowerPoint

    Use of the goggles clearly demonstrates the effect of incorrect visual input on motor co-ordination. Repeated practice reveals how we adapt to this distorted visual input. Simple activities that really draw people in and create lively memorable learning opportunities.

    Ideal for Taster and Open Days as well as structured lessons.

     



    Price: £27.50 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    The Wellcome Trust Psychology Activity Pack

    The Wellcome Trust Psychology Activity Pack

    Ref: 0184 Excellent resource for practical work in Cognitive Psychology

    Contents:
  • A4 photocopiable activity sheets with discussion material, exercises and references.
  • Memory experiments program.
  • Pop Out pattern recognition experiment on cd-rom, audio cd for dichotic listening and speech shadowing.
  • Biodots for measuring stress.
  • Spinning wheel template for movement after-effects.
    Non-VATable

    "It's the best £25 I've ever spent". Molly Marshall, Head of Psychology, Grantham College

    Now produced by and only available from Uniview Worldwide



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    Train your Brain Revision dvd

    Train your Brain Revision dvd

    Ref: 1150d Make preparation for exams easy with this amazing new dvd exclusively commissioned by
    Cara Flanagan (experienced senior examinor and author of a number of key textbooks).

    A complete guide to study skills, revision methods and exam techniques that really work.



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    "Explaining procrastination and examination panic using psychological theories is a great idea...it even encouraged a breakthrough with several students!" K. Robson, Psychology teacher and founder of the Liverpool Psychology Network.

    CLICK FOR FREE REVISION TIMETABLE
     



    Price: £39.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    The Study of Memory

    The Study of Memory

    Ref: 0004 The main theories of Memory are explained, evaluated and illustrated with real-life examples.


    VIEW FOOTAGE - PDP Model
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Working Memory Model
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Explanations of Forgetting



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    Classical and Operant Conditioning

    Classical and Operant Conditioning

    Ref: 05 The work of Ivan Pavlov and B.F. Skinner, so central to the study of Psychology, is clearly explained and discussed.
    55mins / 1996
    Go to more info for SAMPLE VIDEO CLIPS




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    Perception - the Theories

    Perception - the Theories

    Ref: 0225 This programme explores the question Can perception be explained in terms of sensation?

    VIEW FOOTAGE - Proprioception
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Constructionalist
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Direct Perception
    VIEW FOOTAGE - Interpreting Incoming Sensory Data

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    Phobias Poster

    Phobias Poster

    Ref: 1515 A recent addition to our ever popular poster collection - Phobias. This colourful chart lists definitions, symptoms, approaches, therapies and unusual phobias.



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    Price: £7.50 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    PHOBIA: a case study DVD

    PHOBIA: a case study DVD

    Ref: 902d Using one case study - Rita, who is afraid of birds - the film follows her progress from initial interview with a therapist through to stroking and handling birds.
    Programme notes are included on the dvd as PDF documents



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    Price: £80.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)


    Fears & Phobias dvd

    Fears & Phobias dvd

    Ref: 1041 This introductory programme explains common causes of fear and clearly illustrates the relevant physiological and chemical responses.

    Click here to view and download Teachers' Notes


     



    Price: £39.00 (Excluding VAT at 20%)




    Introduction to Designing Experiments dvd

    Introduction to Designing Experiments dvd

    Ref: 0911 This video, the first of three on Research Methods and Statistics, is a light hearted introduction to design. After initial lack of preparation and planning Adam takes us through his design and method covering replication, IVs & DVs, Null/Alternative hypotheses, one/two tailed hypotheses, field / lab experiments, sampling, primacy/recency effects, constant/random errors and more...!


    "lively and humorous and presents the essential ideas at exactly the right level" Nick Hall, Hanley Castle High School

    "Highly recommended....My students halved the time in their understanding of putting together an operationalising hypothesis" Dr. S. Pettifer, Queen Elizabeth School, Wimborne



    Video clip - error and bias
    Video clip - field/laboratory experiments
    Video clip - experiment results and hypotheses
    Video clip - experiment design




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    Organising Quantitative Data dvd

    Organising Quantitative Data dvd

    Ref: 966 The second title in this exciting new series concentrates on understanding and organising data using Descriptive Statistics. Using data collected from studies of music pupils, students are taken through measures of central tendency, levels of measurement, measures of dispersion and graphs.


    Video clip - introduction to film
    Video clip - measures of central tendancy
    Video clip - interval and ratio data
    Video clip - standard deviation
    Video clip - graphs



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    Inferential Statistics dvd

    Inferential Statistics dvd

    Ref: 1013a Using the theme of magic this film demonstrates the importance of probability theory and of using the correct tests appropriately for analysing your research data. The lively approach across the series is proving very popular and we hope you enjoy this latest title.



    Video clip - probability
    Video clip - using probability
    Video clip - interpreting results

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    Exploring Qualitative Methods dvd

    Exploring Qualitative Methods dvd

    Ref: 1037 This latest film gives a thorough insight into the issues relevant to collecting and using qualitative data. A great resource for introducing, summarising and revising this wide ranging topic



    Video clip - interviews
    Video clip - observing behaviours
    Video clip -planning observations



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