PSYC220 - Cognitive Psychology

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Academic Year 2003/2004

Cognitive Psychology
PSYC 220 FA

Crosslistings:
NS&B 220

This course provides an introduction to cognitive psychology. We will talk about the psychology of human perception, attention, memory, language, and thinking. The material will cover the processes by which researchers develop theories and test evidence. An important part of this methodology concerns the manner in which knowledge of brain function can illuminate theories of cognition. Special attention will also be paid to ways in which the findings of cognitive psychology can inform practical issues in everyday life. Class activities will include lectures, discussions, demonstrations, in-class experiments, and practice on problem-solving exercises.

MAJOR READINGS

Hunt, R. Reed & Ellis, Henry C. FUNDAMENTALS OF COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY (6TH EDITION). Supplemental articles.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Three examinations and one research paper.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Either PSYC101, PSYC105 or NS&B213 is recommended.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS PSYC Grading Mode: Graded

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Patalano,Andrea L.

Times: .M.W.F. 11:00AM-11:50AM; Location: JUDD113

Reserved Seats: (Total Limit: 40)

SR. major: 14 Jr. major: 13

SR. non-major: 0 Jr. non-major: 0 SO: 13 FR: 0

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Last Updated on MAR-19-2004