Psychologyspeaking topic
Semantic priming: after hearing 'doctor', why do we recognize 'nurse' faster? Are the concepts in our head wired together in a network?
— Collins and Loftus, semantic priming
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Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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