Memory in Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience WF-PS-NIEZNMemo-ER
During the lecture the core concepts in scientific investigation on human memory will be described. Classical approach of cognitive psychology will be compared with neurocognitive perspective. Theoretical issues will be suplemented by presentation of key experimental procedures used in contemporary research on memory.
Topics:
1. Introduction
2. Overview of main concepts. Memory - distinctions and dilemmas.
3. Learning - multiplicity of mechanisms.
4. Coding and representation. Plasticity. Context.
5. Working memory.
6. Consolidation. Persistence.
7. Retrieval. Remembering.
8. Transfer. Inhibition. Forgetting
9. Memory systems.
10. Iconic memory.
11. Implicit memory.
12. Episodic and semantic memory.
13. Source monitoring.
14. False memory. Fuzzy Trace Theory
15. Summary. Future directions in memory research.
(in Polish) E-Learning
Learning outcome code/codes
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge: A student knows and understands the differences in interpretation of memory processes between neuroscience and cognitive psychology. He/she knows the basic concepts and rules of experimental investigation in psychology of memory
Skills: A student understands the importance of precise concept's definition and experimental paradigms in scientific research on memory.
Attitudes: A student is ready and motivated to search for new facts and findings about neuronal correlates of memory.
ECTS: 8 p.
30 hr - lecture attendance (1p)
25 hr - preparation to lectures (1p.)
75 hr - readings (2.5p)
75 hr - preparation to exam (2.5 p)
25 hr - vocabulary learning (1p)
Assessment criteria
The course grade will be based on:
- participation in lectures,
- final test score (single-choice test) (students will receive in advance a set of supporting questions).
To receive positive score students should obtain at least 50% points and have no more than 5 absences.
Bibliography
Readings:
Roediger, H. L., Dudai, Y., Fitzpatrick, S. M. (eds.) (2007). Science of memory: Concepts. Oxford: OUP.
Schacter, D. L. (2001). The Seven Sins of Memory: How the Mind Forgets and Remembers. New York, Houghton Mifflin (Polish edition: “Siedem grzechów pamięci. Jak zapominamy i zapamiętujemy” translation E. Haman & J. Rączaszek, Warszawa, PIW, 2003).
Tulving, E. & Craik F. I. M. (eds.), (2000). The Oxford Handbook of Memory. Oxford: OUP.
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