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Analyze the major theories and concepts in the field of cognitive psychology
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Quiz, Exam, Oral or Written Reflection, Written Paper, and/or Project
Criteria
Summarize theoretical orientations in the field of cognitive psychology
Determine which theory is supported by which research finding
Utilize correct cognitive concepts to explain phenomena
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Discriminate between correct and incorrect theories of cognition
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Quiz, Exam, Oral or Written Reflection, Written Paper, and/or Project
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Detect weaknesses or holes in older cognitive theories
Describe how newer theories address weaknesses/holes in older theories and/or add to those theories
Evaluate theories for completeness and ability to explain the phenomena
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Explain relevant research methods and issues relating to the study of cognition
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Compare research methods used in cognitive psychology and cognitive neuroscience including survey research, experimental and quasi-experimental research, participant/direct observation, fMRI and other brain-mapping research, and case studies
Compare various research methods and the strengths and limitations of each method
Summarize strengths and limitations of secondary sources of data in relation to primary data collection
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Evaluate peer-reviewed studies on human cognition
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Oral or Written Reflection, Written Paper, and/or Project
Criteria
Read, interpret, and cite sources of research
Critically evaluate the veracity of sources
Summarize research design used
Summarize research findings from peer-reviewed research
Critique research studies for strengths, weaknesses, and/or future directions
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Use cognitive theory and research in written work
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Written Reflection, Paper, and/or Project
Criteria
Use appropriate research support for assertions
Written product fulfills a clear purpose
Written product reflects accurate analysis of the target audience
Written product shows evidence of logical critical thinking
Written product follows an effective organizational plan
Written product follows prescribed format (specifically APA formatting), meeting criteria for all components
Written product exhibits correct and appropriate grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and word usage
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Apply principles of Cognitive Psychology to personal and professional areas of life
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Oral or Written Reflection, Written Paper, and/or Project
Criteria
Correctly identify cognitive principles occurring in the real world
Describe experiences with cognitive concepts
Outline how cognitive principles can be used to enhance personal and/or professional areas of life
Outline the ways in which cognitive biases and heuristics affect real-world decision-making
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Describe how brain architecture and function contributes to various cognitive processes
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Identify key areas of the brain
Describe the function of major brain areas
Explain the biochemical processes that underly brain development
Apply knowledge of brain anatomy and physiology to cognitive concepts such as memory formation, language, learning, decision making, or perception
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Investigate how knowledge of cognitive processes can be used in applied fields such as education, marketing, or law
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Quiz, Exam, Oral or Written Reflection, Written Paper, and/or Project
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Apply research findings to fields such as education, marketing, and/or law
Utilize research findings and cognitive concepts to explain current/past events in the real world
Identify where in applied fields cognitive concepts could be utilized to enhance processes in other disciplines/careers/fields