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Harvard Psychological Studies, Volume 2
"Harvard Psychological Studies, Volume 2" by Hugo Münsterberg is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This volume continues the exploration of experimental psychology initiated by Harvard University's psychological laboratory, which was established in the late 19th century. It covers various topics related to psychological research done at Harvard, including studies on optical perception, emotional expression, human attention, and comparative psychology among animals. The opening of this volume introduces Emerson Hall, a newly built facility dedicated to the study of philosophy and psychology at Harvard, which opened in December 1905. Münsterberg emphasizes the importance of adequate space and specialized facilities for psychological studies, explaining how the laboratory's design facilitates both teaching and research. He outlines the historical development of psychological education at Harvard, detailing how the laboratory has evolved and become essential for experimental psychology, and he speaks to the relationship between psychology and philosophy, asserting that a sound psychological inquiry must be grounded in philosophical understanding.
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Harvard Psychological Studies, Volume 1 Containing Sixteen Experimental Investigations from the Harvard Psychological Laboratory.
"Harvard Psychological Studies, Volume 1" by Hugo Münsterberg is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This volume presents a collection of sixteen experimental investigations conducted at the Harvard Psychological Laboratory, focusing on various aspects of psychology, including perception, memory, aesthetics, and comparative psychology. The work emphasizes the importance of experimental methods in understanding mental processes and seeks to unify different psychological theories through rigorous scientific inquiry. The opening of the study lays the groundwork for understanding the overarching goals and methodological approaches within the Harvard Psychological Laboratory. It discusses the necessity for comprehensive publications that can encapsulate the laboratory's findings, which had been previously scattered. Münsterberg introduces the concept of an "action theory," which aims to synthesize various psychological theories by considering both sensory and motor processes in mental activities. He highlights that although this initial volume predominantly features papers on perception and memory, future volumes are expected to delve deeper into active processes like attention and volition, thereby illustrating the laboratory's commitment to a holistic understanding of psychology.
Johannes Lindworsky
Experimentelle Psychologie
"Experimentelle Psychologie" by Johannes Lindworsky is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive examination of adult psychological processes, aiming to report findings about human mental life while also addressing any gaps in the current knowledge through either original research or theoretical hypotheses. The opening of the work establishes its intent and scope, discussing the dual objectives of presenting established research on the psychology of adults and filling in the remaining gaps in understanding. Lindworsky emphasizes the difference between experimental psychology, focusing on observable psychological phenomena, and philosophical psychology that seeks to understand the essence of these phenomena. The introduction articulates how the experimental psychologist's study of individual psychological facts paves the way for philosophical inquiry, setting the stage for a rigorous exploration into the methods and elements of psychological study that will follow in the subsequent chapters.
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