Computers sometimes need to use psychology to improve. The 38th installment of the Crash Course Computer Science playlist looks at how social, behavior, and cognitive psychology play a role in the development of computers and computer software. It explains the connection between visual perception, chunks, affordances, recognition versus recall, affect, and mutual gaze to computer science.

Concepts

computer science, social science, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Have a school psychologist join any class discussions

Classroom Considerations

• Basic psychology knowledge is advantageous but not necessary
• Builds on information from previous videos in the series

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Connects computer science to different areas of study
• Animations help with comprehension

Cons

• None