PY 305 - Learning and Cognition

Institution:

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

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Description:

4 credits Learning and cognition will engage students in learning principles and cognitive psychology. Using a historical perspective in psychology, students first examine classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and observational learning, including the ideas of Pavlov, Watson, Skinner, and Bandura. In the second half, the courses focuses on the roles of perception, attention, and memory in the process of cognition. Students participate in computer-based laboratory simulations and experiments outside of class. Emphasis is placed on the students' abilities to critically analyze readings, research methodology, and research data, as well as to effectively communicate their ideas in writing. Prerequisites: PY111 and either PY211 or PY220, or consent of instructor.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smumn.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 457-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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