Question

■ learning target
i can describe how human perception affects eyewitness reliability, and i can explain why forensic science must rely on more than just memory.
ngss connections:
sep: analyzing and interpreting data
dci: ls1.d - information processing (memory, sensory input)
ccc: patterns - look for patterns in perception errors

1. engage - the amazing card trick (10 minutes)

watch the video of the amazing card trick.

• write down 4 observations about what you noticed.
• did you focus on the cards or something else?

reflection:

1. explore - the basketball passing game (15 minutes)

watch the video where players pass a basketball.

Explanation:

The task involves understanding human perception and its impact on eyewitness reliability, which is a key concept in psychology. The activities like watching the card - trick and basketball - passing videos are designed to make students observe and reflect on what they focus on, relating to perception and attention in psychology.

Answer:

Psychology