Cognitive Psychology
( 24 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
Defining cognitive psychology, its history, and key concepts

Module #2
Biological Foundations of Cognition
The brain, neurons, and nervous system; biological basis of cognition

Module #3
Sensation and Perception
How we receive and interpret sensory information from the environment

Module #4
Attention and Consciousness
The role of attention in information processing and conscious awareness

Module #5
Memory:Introduction and History
Defining memory, its history, and key concepts

Module #6
Sensory Memory and Short-Term Memory
The brief storage of sensory information and the role of short-term memory

Module #7
Long-Term Memory:Structure and Function
The characteristics and types of long-term memory

Module #8
Forgetting and Memory Loss
The causes and consequences of forgetting and memory loss

Module #9
Language and Communication
The cognitive processes involved in language use and comprehension

Module #10
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
The cognitive processes involved in solving problems and making decisions

Module #11
Reasoning and Rationality
The cognitive processes involved in logical reasoning and rational decision-making

Module #12
Emotions and Motivation
The cognitive processes involved in emotional experience and motivation

Module #13
Personality and Individual Differences
The cognitive processes involved in personality and individual differences

Module #14
Intelligence and Creativity
The cognitive processes involved in intelligence and creative thinking

Module #15
Developmental Cognitive Psychology
Cognitive development across the lifespan

Module #16
Cognitive Neuroscience Methods
Introduction to neuroimaging and electrophysiological methods

Module #17
Neural Bases of Cognition
The neural systems involved in attention, memory, language, and other cognitive processes

Module #18
Cognitive Disorders and Neuropsychology
Cognitive deficits and disorders; introduction to neuropsychology

Module #19
Cognitive Psychology in Real-World Applications
Applying cognitive psychology to education, work, and everyday life

Module #20
Cultural and Social Factors in Cognition
The impact of culture and social factors on cognitive processes

Module #21
Moral Reasoning and Decision-Making
The cognitive processes involved in moral judgments and decisions

Module #22
Cognitive Biases and Heuristics
Systematic errors and mental shortcuts in thinking and decision-making

Module #23
Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science
The intersection of AI and cognitive psychology

Module #24
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Cognitive Psychology career

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