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Click to download: GCSE Psychology syllabi and recommended resources
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.
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Non-Verbal Communication PsyKit
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.
Designed to give you several lessons in one box.
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£49.00
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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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£48.00
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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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£48.00
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USA Death Row
Ref: 1207
Part of What In The World Series 2
Capital punishment and racial injustice in USA. African Americans make up 12% of the US population, however they account for more than 40% of the country's population on death row. 33% of these have been executed since 1977. The death penalty targets racial minorities and the poor in a disproportionate way.
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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!
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£130.00
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FREE POSTAGE AND PACKING WITH ALL ORDERS PLACED ONLINE FROM THE UNITED KINGDOM.
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Psychology of Prejudice dvd
Ref: 1557
Examining the psychological processes behind prejudice, this dvd explores not only the social and cultural factors leading to the development of prejudices, but also highlights the implications of prejudice whilst suggesting techniques for overcoming it. Very accessible, suitable for GCSE level and above.
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£140.00
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Eye of the Storm dvd
Ref: 1190
Jane Elliott's classic blue eyed brown eyed exercise is dramatically brought to a 21st century audience in this programme from 1970. Filmed when she was teaching a class of 8 / 9 year olds, her division of pupils on the basis of their eye colour demonstrates how quickly children begin to develop discriminatory behaviour.
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£150.00
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SIGNALLING EMOTIONS Coursework 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
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£20.00
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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
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£75.00
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GCSE Brain PsyKit
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
CONTENTS AVAIALBLE FOR RELEASE IN SEPTEMBER
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£49.00
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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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SEE ALSO: Foam Heart Model
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£15.00
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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.
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£32.50
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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
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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£125.00
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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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£125.00
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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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£25.00
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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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£25.00
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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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£39.95
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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.
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£95.00
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The Critical Issues Series: Day Care dvd
Ref: Crit
This popular series has been designed to cover key issues in the new A/AS syllabus. Each topic is explored using relevant footage and interviews.
"Excellent, the pace is right, hits the target, right up-to-date, delivers what's needed, the students really appreciate them."Rob Arnold, Folkestone School for Girls.
Select from the following titles (£36 each):
Eyewitness Testimony dvd (ref:0771d)
Day Care dvd (ref: 0772d)
Stress Management dvd (ref: 0773d)
Eating Disorders dvd (ref: 0774d)
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£36.00
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Visual Perception PsyKit
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
Best Selling Resource
Total value over £110.00 plus many months of content preparation.
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£49.00
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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
Best Selling Resource
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£25.00
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Mind Altering Brain Illusion Kit
Ref: 1422
A quick and simple way to demonstrate the Movement After Effect. Students will really remember this experiment and it is a great way to draw people at Open Days.
This item is also included in the Visual Perception PsyKit (1525)
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£4.00
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Train your Brain dvd
Ref: 1150d
Make preparation for exam's 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.
Best Selling Resource
"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.
See also: Train Your Brain Revision Set
CLICK FOR FREE REVISION TIMETABLE
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£39.00
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The Critical Issues Series: Eyewitness Testimony dvd
Ref: Crit
This popular series has been designed to cover key issues in the new A/AS syllabus. Each topic is explored using relevant footage and interviews.
"Excellent, the pace is right, hits the target, right up-to-date, delivers what's needed, the students really appreciate them."Rob Arnold, Folkestone School for Girls.
Select from the following titles (£36 each):
Eyewitness Testimony dvd (ref:0771d)
Day Care dvd (ref: 0772d)
Stress Management dvd (ref: 0773d)
Eating Disorders dvd (ref: 0774d)
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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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£25.00
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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
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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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£25.00
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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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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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£80.00
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Fears & Phobias dvd
Ref: 1041
This introductory programme explains common causes of fear and clearly illustrates the relevant physiological and chemical responses.
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INTRODUCTION TO DESIGNING EXPERIMENTS
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
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
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
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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Research Ethics dvd
Ref: 1563
This dvd explores ethical issues in conducting research, including the use of animals in scientific studies and the issues surrounding human research subjects - informed consent, gaining assent from subjects under 18 years of age, instances where research could violate informed consent, assurance of freedom from harm, using debriefing sessions and maintaining confidentiality.
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£140.00
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