Disciplines/Subjects: Philosophy; Psychology; Cognitive science
Key Themes: The Interplay of Individual Attributes and Time Perception
This research examines the relationship between individual attributes, such as personality traits, academic interests, multiple intelligences, and preferences for different time theories.
The research employed a survey to assess participants' agreement with statements about time, correlating their responses with their scores on personality and intelligence tests. It also included a behavioral experiment where participants arranged cards representing different time concepts, followed by interviews to understand their reasoning.
The study found a potential correlation between academic interests and preferred time theories. Participants with interests in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields tended to favor non-dynamic time theories, while those interested in SHAPE (Social Sciences, Humanities, Arts, Physical Education, and Education) fields leaned toward dynamic time theories.
However, the research did not find a significant correlation between personality traits and time theory preferences.
Habits of mind: Curiosity, Continuous Learning, Growth Mindset, Strive for Excellence
Transferable skills: Research Question; Research Gap; Research Method; Conclusion; Academic Writing Conventions; Citation
Content knowledge: Time Perception Theory, Cognitive Psychology, Cultural Psychology, Individual Differences