Case Study Instructions
Write a paper of at least 400 words not including headers, footers, or pasted prompts answering the following questions:
1. Read the following case study: Case Study 2
PSY 101 Case Study 2
Freda is a second year college student and part-time model. She is studying biochemistry, and has a high GPA. She has been modeling for four years and has recently been approached by a modeling firm in London. They would like to offer her a great deal of money to work for them, but she would have to put her college plans on hold.
Freda’s mother thinks she should go to London and experience the world for a while. “Biochemistry will still be here when you get back,” she says. In reality, her mother hopes that the proceeds from modeling job will help get their family home out of foreclosure. Freda is aware of this and wants to help her mother.
Freda’s situation is complicated by her bulimia. She knows that if she takes the modeling career, she will be faced with criticism of her size and attractiveness. She is naturally shy, and as a high profile model, she will have little privacy.
Analyze the different psychological factors related to motivation at work in this case.
2. Write an analysis of the motivational and emotional factors that are involved in the case. In particular, consider:
What factors are motivating Freda to accept the job in London?
How might these motivational and emotional factors affect Freda’s decision? Please be sure to not neglect discussing Freda’s bulimia, referencing this particular eating disorder in Chapter 9-2d in your textbook.
What incentives and drawbacks do each of Freda’s choices come with?
Submit your work to your instructor.
Grading Rubric
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Rubric
Case Study Grading Rubric 40 points
Case Study Grading Rubric 40 points
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Analysis of Case
15 to >13.5 pts
Expert
The analysis of the case demonstrates a full understanding of textbook concepts. Writer is able to analyze the case subject objectively and without personal bias.
13.5 to >12.0 pts
Proficient
The analysis of the case demonstrates a good understanding of textbook concepts. Writer is able to analyze the case subject with little bias and attempts to translate the case into larger psychological disorders and therapies.
12 to >11.25 pts
Apprentice
The analysis of the case demonstrates a moderate understanding of textbook concepts. Writer misinterprets no more that 1 section of the case prompt. Their analysis of the subject seems somewhat subjective.
11.25 to >0 pts
Novice
The writer does not analyze the case fully using textbook concepts. The writer misinterprets at least 1 section of the case prompt. The writer makes diagnostic errors and analyzes case with bias or with a misunderstanding of textbook concepts.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Writing Content
15 to >13.5 pts
Expert
Writing ties together information from textbook. The case study covers all questions in the prompt fully. Paper flows from one issue to the next without the need for headings. Paper is at least 400 words.
13.5 to >12.0 pts
Proficient
Writing generally ties together information from the textbook. The case study covers all questions in the prompt fully. Paper is somewhat disjointed and does not flow between sections. Paper is at least 400 words.
12 to >11.25 pts
Apprentice
The case study sometimes ties together information from all sources. Paper does not flow – disjointedness is apparent. Author’s writing does not demonstrate an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources. Paper is at least 400 words.
11.25 to >0 pts
Novice
Author does not tie together information. Paper does not flow and appears to be created from disparate issues and sources. It does not answer all questions in the prompt. Paper is less than 400 words.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Spelling & Grammar
5 pts
Full Marks
No spelling &/or grammar mistakes.
0 pts
No Marks
Contains more than one spelling &/or grammar mistake.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome APA Style Citations
5 pts
Full Marks
Cites all data obtained from other sources. APA citation style is used in both in-text citations and bibliography.
0 pts
No Marks
Does not cite every source in both in-text citations and bibliography.
5 pts
