Cognitive Psychology
Understanding the Mind's Inner Workings
This course explores the fascinating world of cognitive processes including perception, attention, memory, language, problem-solving, and decision-making. Through a combination of theoretical frameworks and empirical research, you'll gain insights into how the mind processes information and shapes our understanding of the world.
Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
An overview of cognitive psychology, its history, and key theoretical frameworks that guide research in this field.
Perception & Attention
Explore how we perceive and attend to information in our environment, including visual and auditory processing.
Memory Systems
Understand the different memory systems, including working memory, long-term memory, and the processes of encoding, storage, and retrieval.
Language Processing
Examine how we acquire, comprehend, and produce language, including the cognitive processes involved in reading and speech.
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Investigate the cognitive processes involved in problem-solving, reasoning, and decision-making, including heuristics and biases.
Cognitive Development
Learn about how cognitive processes develop across the lifespan, from infancy through adulthood and into older age.