Cognitive and Neuroscience Studies 244 - Cognitive Neuroscience

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Macalester College

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An inquiry into the mechanisms by which the nervous system supports higher mental functions, drawing on a variety of disciplines including cognitive psychology, neurobiology, computer science, linguistics, and philosophy. Discussion topics include perception, attention, learning, memory, language, executive function, emotion, development, social cognition, and consciousness. The laboratory will introduce empirical research techniques commonly employed in cognitive neuroscience research, with emphasis on the anatomy and physiology of the neocortex, and will provide an opportunity to develop a variety of student participatory research projects. Prerequisites: Psychology 100 (Introduction to Psychology) and Cognitive and Neuroscience Studies 180 (Brain, Mind, and Behavior) or Biology 112 (Enchanted Cortex) or Biology 367 (Human Physiology). Fall semester. (5 credits)

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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