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Anderson, Dana D. – Teaching of Psychology, 1992
Describes a teaching exercise in an undergraduate psychology course in which students read a book with unconventional perspectives on the field of study. Maintains that the activity develops critical reading and thinking skills by confronting students with controversial views. Identifies some of the books selected to fit the criteria of this…
Descriptors: Clinical Psychology, Critical Reading, Critical Thinking, Higher Education

Verry, Rene – Teaching of Psychology, 1998
Presents an interview with Susan Lederman that contains a fascinating and informative overview of the recent developments in neuropsychological research concerning the sense of touch. Discusses the physiological processes that support this sensory experience and reveals them to be much more flexible, intricate, and adaptive than previously…
Descriptors: Clinical Psychology, Habituation, Higher Education, Neuropsychology