Abstract
Summary: PSYCHWORLD consists of 14 programs designed to allow instructors to demonstrate basic psychological research paradigms or to allow introductory undergraduates to perform those experiments. Whether one is exploring the brain for feature detecting neurons or probing the associations of a dreamer, the programs actively involve the user in manipulating variables and observing the outcomes. Although the educational opportunities of the programs are often underdeveloped, PSYCHWORLD provides an excellent tool for students to experience the excitement and intrigue of psychological research.
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