PSY 208 - Methods in Cognitive Psychology

An introduction to the scientific study of human cognition through hands-on research. Students will read the primary literature and learn how to design and conduct experiments that use behavioral measures to test theory-driven hypotheses about cognitive processes such as categorization, language, and reasoning.

Unit(s): 0.25
Group Distribution Requirement(s): Distribution Group III, Distribution Group III-Data Collection and Analysis
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 (may be taken concurrently)
Restriction(s): Psychology and neuroscience majors only
Instructional Method: Conference-laboratory
Grading Mode: Letter grading (A-F)
Notes: Half-semester course. Registration priority is given to intended/declared psychology or neuroscience majors.
Group Distribution Learning Outcome(s):

Collect, interpret, and analyze data.