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1. Introduction to Psychology1h 43m
2. Psychology Research2h 20m
3. Biological Psychology2h 41m
4. Sensation and Perception28m
5. Consciousness and Sleep32m
- Sleep
  32m
6. Learning1h 26m
7. Memory34m
- Information Processing Model
  4m
- Storage - The Three Box Model of Memory
  29m
8. Cognition37m
- The Structure of Language
  12m
- Language Development
  25m
9. Emotion and Motivation35m
10. Developmental Psychology1h 20m
11. Personality1h 17m
12. Social Psychology1h 18m
13. Stress and Health41m
14. Psychological Disorders1h 27m
15. Treatment1h 24m

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Information Processing Model

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7. Memory

Information Processing Model

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Geert Hofstede's dimensions of personality differ from the Big Five in that they are

more easily testable.

more universally accepted.

based on the traits of a culture rather than an individual.

more closely related to humanism.

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Understand the context: Geert Hofstede's dimensions of personality are a framework for cross-cultural communication, developed to understand cultural differences.

Identify the key difference: Hofstede's dimensions focus on cultural traits, while the Big Five personality traits focus on individual differences.

Recognize the purpose: Hofstede's model is used to compare cultures, not individuals, which is a fundamental distinction from the Big Five.

Consider the application: Hofstede's dimensions are applied in organizational and cultural studies, whereas the Big Five is often used in psychological assessments of individuals.

Conclude the comparison: The correct answer highlights that Hofstede's dimensions are based on cultural traits, which is the primary distinction from the individual-focused Big Five model.