Unit 4 - Sleep
- Theories and research studies relating to the functions of sleep.
- Research studies into the effects of sleep deprivation.
Text Resources
- Eysenck's A2 Psychology: Key Topics, second edition, pages 138 to 152.
- Dwyer and Charles' Revise A2 Psychology: Key Topics, pages 79 to 86.
Teaching Methods / Activities
- Chalk and talk. Brainstorm: The effects of sleep deprivation.
- Make notes on sleep deprivation.
- Research and prepare a presentation on the theories of the functions of sleep.
- Complete notes on the sleep theories based on the presentations.
- Discuss sleep deprivation evidence.
- Video to consolidate if possible.
- Homework: Essay question and revision.
Assessments
- Brainstorm
- Q&A
- Contribution to discussion
- Quality of presentation
- Completion of notes
- Homework essay question:
- Outline and evaluate one or more theories relating to the functions of sleep (24 marks).