Practical Applications in Cognitive Psychology discussion topic: Decision-Making

Applied setting: Law

1. Describe the contemporary problem as it relates to your topic and setting.
2. Three potential research questions that explore potential improvements related to the topic and the applied setting.

For example, if you suggested the topic of attention and online students, the applied setting would be education, and you might develop the following research questions:

• How does multitasking while studying (e.g., listening to music while reading, or texting while reading) influence attention to course material?
• How do individuals with ADHD perform in an online learning environment, and what strategies can help them succeed?
• What strategies can teachers and students use to increase attention to relevant material in an online course?