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– ## VideoGamesandAggressionAssignmentInstructions11.docx
– ## VideoGamesandAggressionSamplePaper11.docx
**## VideoGamesandAggressionAssignmentInstructions11.docx**
PSYC 312
**Video Games and Aggression Assignment Instructions**
**Overview**
The purpose of this assignment is to explore, summarize and critically analyze a current research article as it relates to the topic of video games and aggression and then discuss a Biblical perspective on this research, and explain how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
The article must be:
· From a peer-reviewed journal.
· Empirical (it describes a specific study and will include the following sections: Abstract, Review of Literature, Methods, Results, Discussion).
· Do not select a book chapter, review, meta-analysis, dissertation or any other resource except an article from a peer-reviewed journal that describes one specific study. If you have any questions about your article choice, please contact your instructor.
· The article must be published within the last 5 years.
**Critical Review Instructions**
The critical review will examine one empirical study that focuses on the connection (or lack thereof) between violent video games and aggression. General suggestions for the length of each section are included below. Remember that the assignment requires at least 500, but not more than 700 words in addition to the title page and reference page. The critical review must include the following:
1.
**Section 1: Summary** (approximately one paragraph). Included will be:
· The purpose statement.
· Brief description of methods (what did the researchers do).
· Results (include only the most significant findings).
· Main findings/conclusions of the authors.
2.
**Section 2: Critical Review**(approximately 2-3 paragraphs identified with level-1 headings). Included will be:
· At least two methodological* strengths and tell why they are strengths.
· At least two methodological* weaknesses and tell why they are weaknesses.
· A relevant critique of the findings (Did the results support the researcher’s conclusions? Why or why not?). Note that this is not a place to insert your opinion of the results but to examine whether the results support the researcher’s conclusions.
3.
**Section 3: Application and Conclusion**(approximately 1-2 paragraphs)
· Summarize and compare the findings of this experiment with information found in our textbook related to video games and aggression.
· Identify how this information agrees or disagrees with Biblical precepts.
· Explain how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
· A final statement summarizing your reaction to this information (2-3 sentences)
*A strength or weakness related to the methods used by the researcher. For example, was the sample size appropriate? Were the participants randomly assigned to each condition? Did the researchers attempt to make the sample representative of the general population? Etc.
**Structure Requirements:**
· Two documents will be submitted to fulfill the requirements of this assignment:
· A PDF copy of your chosen article
· Your Critical Review paper
· Use APA current edition undergraduate guidelines (see the Resources section in prompt). (Include a title page, section headings, and appropriate citations).
· Students may use first person references as needed in this paper.
· Note that a reference page is required.
· The body text must include 500-700 words.
· Do not include direct quotes. Instead, paraphrase appropriately.
· Turnitin will be used for this assignment.
· Correct spelling/grammar is required.
· Please refer to the grading rubric for additional guidance.
Please note that you will submit two documents: 1) A PDF copy of your resource article, and 2) Your critical review of the article.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
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**## VideoGamesandAggressionSamplePaper11.docx**
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**Video Games and Aggression**
Chris Sample Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Replace this with your name then click on the 3 dots above and choose “Delete thread.”
School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
PSYC 312: Social Psychology
Dr. Jones Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Replace this with your instructor’s name then click on the 3 dots above and choose “Delete thread.”
February 29, 2024
Ferguson, C. J., Rueda, S. M., Cruz, A. M., Ferguson, D. E., Fritz, S., & Smith, S. M. (2008). Violent video games and aggression: Causal relationship or byproduct of family violence and intrinsic violence motivation?
_Criminal Justice and Behavior_,
_35_(3), 311-332. Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): This is an example of a correctly formatted APA reference citation. Replace this with an article that meets the requirements found in your assignment instructions. Remember to delete this comment. Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Note that this article would NOT meet the assignment criteria. Your article must have a publication date within the past 5 years.
**Summary**
In this paragraph briefly summarize the article. Include the purpose statement, a brief description of methods (what did the researchers do?), an overview of significant findings, and the main take-aways (findings/conclusions). Remember that each paragraph should include at least 3-5 sentences. Note that it is not necessary to cite this article within your paper as the entire focus is the article identified above. Also, do not include the full name of the article or the author(s)’ names in your text.
**Critical Review**
**Methodological Strengths**
Describe aspects that indicate this was a well-designed study (think about validity, reliability, etc.).
**Methodological Weaknesses**
Describe weaknesses associated with the methods used in the study. Do not say that a weakness was evident in that it was confusing, difficult to understand, or included too many statistics. This could include things like non-representative sampling, a sample size that was too small, etc.
**Critique of the Findings**
Put your thinking cap on for this section and provide a critical review of the findings. Did the results support the researcher’s conclusions? Why or why not? Note that this is not a place to insert your opinion of the results but to examine whether the results support the researcher’s conclusions. You may also include suggestions for what could have been done better or ideas for future research.
**Application and Conclusion**
**Brief Summary**
A brief summary and comparison of the results of this experiment with information related to violent video games and aggression found in our textbook. Remember that when you include information from our textbook (that would not be considered common knowledge) you must identify your source with an APA-formatted citation. An example of this is (Myers & Twenge, 2022).
**Biblical Integration**
A discussion of how the findings do or do not align with Biblical precepts. Remember to cite the Bible in this section and also include the Bible in your reference list. For example, the Apostle Paul writes about our position as children of God. He describes us as chosen, holy and beloved of God (English Standard Bible, 2001/2016, Colossians 3:12).
**Practical Implications**
A discussion of how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
**Personal Reaction/Reflection**
First person references are allowed in this section as you will include a final statement summarizing your reaction to this information. Do you agree or disagree with the findings. Why or why not? How has this assignment changed (or not changed) your view of violent video games?
1
Note that the total length of your body text should include at least 500 words but should not exceed 700 words.
**References**
English Standard Bible. (2016). Literal Word.
[https://esv.literalword.com/](https://esv.literalword.com/)(Original work published 2001)
Ferguson, C. J., Rueda, S. M., Cruz, A. M., Ferguson, D. E., Fritz, S., & Smith, S. M. (2008). Violent video games and aggression: Causal relationship or byproduct of family violence and intrinsic violence motivation?
_Criminal Justice and Behavior_,
_35_(3), 311-332.
Myers, D. G. & Twenge, J. M. (2022).
_Social psychology_ (14th ed.). McGraw Hill
**## VideoGamesandAggressionSamplePaper11.docx**
3
**Video Games and Aggression**
Chris Sample Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Replace this with your name then click on the 3 dots above and choose “Delete thread.”
School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
PSYC 312: Social Psychology
Dr. Jones Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Replace this with your instructor’s name then click on the 3 dots above and choose “Delete thread.”
February 29, 2024
Ferguson, C. J., Rueda, S. M., Cruz, A. M., Ferguson, D. E., Fritz, S., & Smith, S. M. (2008). Violent video games and aggression: Causal relationship or byproduct of family violence and intrinsic violence motivation?
_Criminal Justice and Behavior_,
_35_(3), 311-332. Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): This is an example of a correctly formatted APA reference citation. Replace this with an article that meets the requirements found in your assignment instructions. Remember to delete this comment. Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Note that this article would NOT meet the assignment criteria. Your article must have a publication date within the past 5 years.
**Summary**
In this paragraph briefly summarize the article. Include the purpose statement, a brief description of methods (what did the researchers do?), an overview of significant findings, and the main take-aways (findings/conclusions). Remember that each paragraph should include at least 3-5 sentences. Note that it is not necessary to cite this article within your paper as the entire focus is the article identified above. Also, do not include the full name of the article or the author(s)’ names in your text.
**Critical Review**
**Methodological Strengths**
Describe aspects that indicate this was a well-designed study (think about validity, reliability, etc.).
**Methodological Weaknesses**
Describe weaknesses associated with the methods used in the study. Do not say that a weakness was evident in that it was confusing, difficult to understand, or included too many statistics. This could include things like non-representative sampling, a sample size that was too small, etc.
**Critique of the Findings**
Put your thinking cap on for this section and provide a critical review of the findings. Did the results support the researcher’s conclusions? Why or why not? Note that this is not a place to insert your opinion of the results but to examine whether the results support the researcher’s conclusions. You may also include suggestions for what could have been done better or ideas for future research.
**Application and Conclusion**
**Brief Summary**
A brief summary and comparison of the results of this experiment with information related to violent video games and aggression found in our textbook. Remember that when you include information from our textbook (that would not be considered common knowledge) you must identify your source with an APA-formatted citation. An example of this is (Myers & Twenge, 2022).
**Biblical Integration**
A discussion of how the findings do or do not align with Biblical precepts. Remember to cite the Bible in this section and also include the Bible in your reference list. For example, the Apostle Paul writes about our position as children of God. He describes us as chosen, holy and beloved of God (English Standard Bible, 2001/2016, Colossians 3:12).
**Practical Implications**
A discussion of how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
**Personal Reaction/Reflection**
First person references are allowed in this section as you will include a final statement summarizing your reaction to this information. Do you agree or disagree with the findings. Why or why not? How has this assignment changed (or not changed) your view of violent video games?
1
Note that the total length of your body text should include at least 500 words but should not exceed 700 words.
**References**
English Standard Bible. (2016). Literal Word.
[https://esv.literalword.com/](https://esv.literalword.com/)(Original work published 2001)
Ferguson, C. J., Rueda, S. M., Cruz, A. M., Ferguson, D. E., Fritz, S., & Smith, S. M. (2008). Violent video games and aggression: Causal relationship or byproduct of family violence and intrinsic violence motivation?
_Criminal Justice and Behavior_,
_35_(3), 311-332.
Myers, D. G. & Twenge, J. M. (2022).
_Social psychology_ (14th ed.). McGraw Hill
**## VideoGamesandAggressionAssignmentInstructions11.docx**
PSYC 312
**Video Games and Aggression Assignment Instructions**
**Overview**
The purpose of this assignment is to explore, summarize and critically analyze a current research article as it relates to the topic of video games and aggression and then discuss a Biblical perspective on this research, and explain how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
The article must be:
· From a peer-reviewed journal.
· Empirical (it describes a specific study and will include the following sections: Abstract, Review of Literature, Methods, Results, Discussion).
· Do not select a book chapter, review, meta-analysis, dissertation or any other resource except an article from a peer-reviewed journal that describes one specific study. If you have any questions about your article choice, please contact your instructor.
· The article must be published within the last 5 years.
**Critical Review Instructions**
The critical review will examine one empirical study that focuses on the connection (or lack thereof) between violent video games and aggression. General suggestions for the length of each section are included below. Remember that the assignment requires at least 500, but not more than 700 words in addition to the title page and reference page. The critical review must include the following:
1.
**Section 1: Summary** (approximately one paragraph). Included will be:
· The purpose statement.
· Brief description of methods (what did the researchers do).
· Results (include only the most significant findings).
· Main findings/conclusions of the authors.
2.
**Section 2: Critical Review**(approximately 2-3 paragraphs identified with level-1 headings). Included will be:
· At least two methodological* strengths and tell why they are strengths.
· At least two methodological* weaknesses and tell why they are weaknesses.
· A relevant critique of the findings (Did the results support the researcher’s conclusions? Why or why not?). Note that this is not a place to insert your opinion of the results but to examine whether the results support the researcher’s conclusions.
3.
**Section 3: Application and Conclusion**(approximately 1-2 paragraphs)
· Summarize and compare the findings of this experiment with information found in our textbook related to video games and aggression.
· Identify how this information agrees or disagrees with Biblical precepts.
· Explain how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
· A final statement summarizing your reaction to this information (2-3 sentences)
*A strength or weakness related to the methods used by the researcher. For example, was the sample size appropriate? Were the participants randomly assigned to each condition? Did the researchers attempt to make the sample representative of the general population? Etc.
**Structure Requirements:**
· Two documents will be submitted to fulfill the requirements of this assignment:
· A PDF copy of your chosen article
· Your Critical Review paper
· Use APA current edition undergraduate guidelines (see the Resources section in prompt). (Include a title page, section headings, and appropriate citations).
· Students may use first person references as needed in this paper.
· Note that a reference page is required.
· The body text must include 500-700 words.
· Do not include direct quotes. Instead, paraphrase appropriately.
· Turnitin will be used for this assignment.
· Correct spelling/grammar is required.
· Please refer to the grading rubric for additional guidance.
Please note that you will submit two documents: 1) A PDF copy of your resource article, and 2) Your critical review of the article.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
Page 2 of 2
**## VideoGamesandAggressionSamplePaper11.docx**
3
**Video Games and Aggression**
Chris Sample Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Replace this with your name then click on the 3 dots above and choose “Delete thread.”
School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
PSYC 312: Social Psychology
Dr. Jones Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Replace this with your instructor’s name then click on the 3 dots above and choose “Delete thread.”
February 29, 2024
Ferguson, C. J., Rueda, S. M., Cruz, A. M., Ferguson, D. E., Fritz, S., & Smith, S. M. (2008). Violent video games and aggression: Causal relationship or byproduct of family violence and intrinsic violence motivation?
_Criminal Justice and Behavior_,
_35_(3), 311-332. Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): This is an example of a correctly formatted APA reference citation. Replace this with an article that meets the requirements found in your assignment instructions. Remember to delete this comment. Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Note that this article would NOT meet the assignment criteria. Your article must have a publication date within the past 5 years.
**Summary**
In this paragraph briefly summarize the article. Include the purpose statement, a brief description of methods (what did the researchers do?), an overview of significant findings, and the main take-aways (findings/conclusions). Remember that each paragraph should include at least 3-5 sentences. Note that it is not necessary to cite this article within your paper as the entire focus is the article identified above. Also, do not include the full name of the article or the author(s)’ names in your text.
**Critical Review**
**Methodological Strengths**
Describe aspects that indicate this was a well-designed study (think about validity, reliability, etc.).
**Methodological Weaknesses**
Describe weaknesses associated with the methods used in the study. Do not say that a weakness was evident in that it was confusing, difficult to understand, or included too many statistics. This could include things like non-representative sampling, a sample size that was too small, etc.
**Critique of the Findings**
Put your thinking cap on for this section and provide a critical review of the findings. Did the results support the researcher’s conclusions? Why or why not? Note that this is not a place to insert your opinion of the results but to examine whether the results support the researcher’s conclusions. You may also include suggestions for what could have been done better or ideas for future research.
**Application and Conclusion**
**Brief Summary**
A brief summary and comparison of the results of this experiment with information related to violent video games and aggression found in our textbook. Remember that when you include information from our textbook (that would not be considered common knowledge) you must identify your source with an APA-formatted citation. An example of this is (Myers & Twenge, 2022).
**Biblical Integration**
A discussion of how the findings do or do not align with Biblical precepts. Remember to cite the Bible in this section and also include the Bible in your reference list. For example, the Apostle Paul writes about our position as children of God. He describes us as chosen, holy and beloved of God (English Standard Bible, 2001/2016, Colossians 3:12).
**Practical Implications**
A discussion of how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
**Personal Reaction/Reflection**
First person references are allowed in this section as you will include a final statement summarizing your reaction to this information. Do you agree or disagree with the findings. Why or why not? How has this assignment changed (or not changed) your view of violent video games?
1
Note that the total length of your body text should include at least 500 words but should not exceed 700 words.
**References**
English Standard Bible. (2016). Literal Word.
[https://esv.literalword.com/](https://esv.literalword.com/)(Original work published 2001)
Ferguson, C. J., Rueda, S. M., Cruz, A. M., Ferguson, D. E., Fritz, S., & Smith, S. M. (2008). Violent video games and aggression: Causal relationship or byproduct of family violence and intrinsic violence motivation?
_Criminal Justice and Behavior_,
_35_(3), 311-332.
Myers, D. G. & Twenge, J. M. (2022).
_Social psychology_ (14th ed.). McGraw Hill
**## VideoGamesandAggressionAssignmentInstructions11.docx**
PSYC 312
**Video Games and Aggression Assignment Instructions**
**Overview**
The purpose of this assignment is to explore, summarize and critically analyze a current research article as it relates to the topic of video games and aggression and then discuss a Biblical perspective on this research, and explain how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
The article must be:
· From a peer-reviewed journal.
· Empirical (it describes a specific study and will include the following sections: Abstract, Review of Literature, Methods, Results, Discussion).
· Do not select a book chapter, review, meta-analysis, dissertation or any other resource except an article from a peer-reviewed journal that describes one specific study. If you have any questions about your article choice, please contact your instructor.
· The article must be published within the last 5 years.
**Critical Review Instructions**
The critical review will examine one empirical study that focuses on the connection (or lack thereof) between violent video games and aggression. General suggestions for the length of each section are included below. Remember that the assignment requires at least 500, but not more than 700 words in addition to the title page and reference page. The critical review must include the following:
1.
**Section 1: Summary** (approximately one paragraph). Included will be:
· The purpose statement.
· Brief description of methods (what did the researchers do).
· Results (include only the most significant findings).
· Main findings/conclusions of the authors.
2.
**Section 2: Critical Review**(approximately 2-3 paragraphs identified with level-1 headings). Included will be:
· At least two methodological* strengths and tell why they are strengths.
· At least two methodological* weaknesses and tell why they are weaknesses.
· A relevant critique of the findings (Did the results support the researcher’s conclusions? Why or why not?). Note that this is not a place to insert your opinion of the results but to examine whether the results support the researcher’s conclusions.
3.
**Section 3: Application and Conclusion**(approximately 1-2 paragraphs)
· Summarize and compare the findings of this experiment with information found in our textbook related to video games and aggression.
· Identify how this information agrees or disagrees with Biblical precepts.
· Explain how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
· A final statement summarizing your reaction to this information (2-3 sentences)
*A strength or weakness related to the methods used by the researcher. For example, was the sample size appropriate? Were the participants randomly assigned to each condition? Did the researchers attempt to make the sample representative of the general population? Etc.
**Structure Requirements:**
· Two documents will be submitted to fulfill the requirements of this assignment:
· A PDF copy of your chosen article
· Your Critical Review paper
· Use APA current edition undergraduate guidelines (see the Resources section in prompt). (Include a title page, section headings, and appropriate citations).
· Students may use first person references as needed in this paper.
· Note that a reference page is required.
· The body text must include 500-700 words.
· Do not include direct quotes. Instead, paraphrase appropriately.
· Turnitin will be used for this assignment.
· Correct spelling/grammar is required.
· Please refer to the grading rubric for additional guidance.
Please note that you will submit two documents: 1) A PDF copy of your resource article, and 2) Your critical review of the article.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
Page 2 of 2
**## VideoGamesandAggressionSamplePaper11.docx**
3
**Video Games and Aggression**
Chris Sample Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Replace this with your name then click on the 3 dots above and choose “Delete thread.”
School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
PSYC 312: Social Psychology
Dr. Jones Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Replace this with your instructor’s name then click on the 3 dots above and choose “Delete thread.”
February 29, 2024
Ferguson, C. J., Rueda, S. M., Cruz, A. M., Ferguson, D. E., Fritz, S., & Smith, S. M. (2008). Violent video games and aggression: Causal relationship or byproduct of family violence and intrinsic violence motivation?
_Criminal Justice and Behavior_,
_35_(3), 311-332. Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): This is an example of a correctly formatted APA reference citation. Replace this with an article that meets the requirements found in your assignment instructions. Remember to delete this comment. Comment by Cashion, Ginny (Psychology): Note that this article would NOT meet the assignment criteria. Your article must have a publication date within the past 5 years.
**Summary**
In this paragraph briefly summarize the article. Include the purpose statement, a brief description of methods (what did the researchers do?), an overview of significant findings, and the main take-aways (findings/conclusions). Remember that each paragraph should include at least 3-5 sentences. Note that it is not necessary to cite this article within your paper as the entire focus is the article identified above. Also, do not include the full name of the article or the author(s)’ names in your text.
**Critical Review**
**Methodological Strengths**
Describe aspects that indicate this was a well-designed study (think about validity, reliability, etc.).
**Methodological Weaknesses**
Describe weaknesses associated with the methods used in the study. Do not say that a weakness was evident in that it was confusing, difficult to understand, or included too many statistics. This could include things like non-representative sampling, a sample size that was too small, etc.
**Critique of the Findings**
Put your thinking cap on for this section and provide a critical review of the findings. Did the results support the researcher’s conclusions? Why or why not? Note that this is not a place to insert your opinion of the results but to examine whether the results support the researcher’s conclusions. You may also include suggestions for what could have been done better or ideas for future research.
**Application and Conclusion**
**Brief Summary**
A brief summary and comparison of the results of this experiment with information related to violent video games and aggression found in our textbook. Remember that when you include information from our textbook (that would not be considered common knowledge) you must identify your source with an APA-formatted citation. An example of this is (Myers & Twenge, 2022).
**Biblical Integration**
A discussion of how the findings do or do not align with Biblical precepts. Remember to cite the Bible in this section and also include the Bible in your reference list. For example, the Apostle Paul writes about our position as children of God. He describes us as chosen, holy and beloved of God (English Standard Bible, 2001/2016, Colossians 3:12).
**Practical Implications**
A discussion of how the evidence found in the paper might be used to solve problems or enhance well-being related to behavior and/or mental processes.
**Personal Reaction/Reflection**
First person references are allowed in this section as you will include a final statement summarizing your reaction to this information. Do you agree or disagree with the findings. Why or why not? How has this assignment changed (or not changed) your view of violent video games?
1
Note that the total length of your body text should include at least 500 words but should not exceed 700 words.
**References**
English Standard Bible. (2016). Literal Word.
[https://esv.literalword.com/](https://esv.literalword.com/)(Original work published 2001)
Ferguson, C. J., Rueda, S. M., Cruz, A. M., Ferguson, D. E., Fritz, S., & Smith, S. M. (2008). Violent video games and aggression: Causal relationship or byproduct of family violence and intrinsic violence motivation?
_Criminal Justice and Behavior_,
_35_(3), 311-332.
Myers, D. G. & Twenge, J. M. (2022).
_Social psychology_ (14th ed.). McGraw Hill
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