What are your thoughts and feelings associated with each of the videos?
In this folder, you will find links to six videos (don’t worry—they’re all less than 20 minutes long and very entertaining), which are divided into two categories: A and B. I would like for you to watch at least four out of the six videos and take careful notes. At least one of the four videos that you select should be from Category B.
Your paper should be divided into three sections:
I. Summary of Videos
I would like for you to write a summary of each of the videos. Each summary should be at least a paragraph long and should show evidence that you watched the video and understood the major points.
II. Reflection
After you have summarized each of the videos, I would like for you to reflect on the broader implications of the videos. How do the videos relate to what you learned in class? How do they relate to one another? Are there underlying similarities or differences in the views expressed by the four presenters? In this section, I am looking for evidence that you are thinking critically and making some connections. (I know this part is difficult—just do your best!). You are encouraged to read Chapter 13 of your textbook (Emotion and Personality) for some ideas.
III. Reaction
In the final part of your paper, I am interested in reading about your reactions to each of the videos. What are your thoughts and feelings associated with each of the videos? Are you interested in learning more about a particular topic? Why?
Your paper should be a minimum of 5 pages typed, double-spaced (1” margins and 12 point font). I will be downloading your final paper, so please be sure to include your name. Please do not add a cover page or a reference list. Your paper should be written in your own words. Please be sure to proof your paper for spelling and grammar before you submit it to me.
In case you’re having problems with the video links, here are the URLs:
Category A
Barry Schwartz on The Paradox of Choice (2006)
Daniel Kahneman on The Riddle of Experience vs. Memory (2010)
Dan Gilbert on Why We are Happy (2006)
Matthieu Ricard on The Habits of Happiness (2004)
Category B
Susan Cain on The Hidden Power of Sad Songs and Rainy Days (2019) https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_and_min_kym_the_hidden_power_of_sad_songs_and_rainy_days?language=en
Adam Grant on How to Stop Languishing and Start Finding Flow (2021)