PSY 330 Psychology of Learning and Cognition *

This course will examine theories of learning and cognition within the field of psychology. Key topics to be addressed include classical conditioning, operant conditioning, cognitive development, attention and perception, memory processes, problem-solving and decision-making, and language and thought.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Only available in Canada.

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. 1. Analyze how conditioning influences behaviour (Theories of Learning Paper).
3. 2. Synthesize research findings on cognitive processes (The Power of Cognition Paper).
4. 3. Examine the impact of behavioural techniques on learning (Thought and Behaviour Presentation/Project).
5. 4. Evaluate the relationship between behaviour and cognition (Thought and Behaviour Presentation/Project).