Major · Psychology · Semester 6 · TY BA · 4 credits · 100 marks · 60 hours
Module 1: The Brain
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Structure of the Brain
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The Hindbrain
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The Midbrain
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The Forebrain
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Research Methods in Cognitive Psychology
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Experiments, Quasi-Experiments, and Naturalistic Observation
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Controlled Observations, Clinical Interviews, and Introspections
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Investigations of Neural Underpinnings
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Localization and Lateralization of Function
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Faculty Psychology and Phrenology
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Studies of Aphasia and Other Mapping Techniques
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Studies of Split-Brained Patients
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Brain Imaging and Brain Recording Techniques
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CAT (CT) Scans, Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI)
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Electroencephalography (EEG), Event-Related Potential (ERP), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
Module 2: Perception and Attention
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Gestalt Approaches and Bottom-Up Processes
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Gestalt Principles
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Template Matching, and Featural Analysis
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Prototype Matching
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Top-Down Processes
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Perceptual Learning
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The Word Superiority Effect
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A Connectionist Model of Word Perception
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Selective Attention and Divided Attention
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Bottleneck Theories and Schema Theory
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Dual-Task Performance
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The Attentional Hypothesis of Automatization
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Automaticity and the Effects of Practice
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The Stroop Task
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Automatic versus Attentional (Controlled) Processing
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Feature Integration Theory
Module 3: Working Memory and Long-Term memory
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Characteristics of Short-Term Memory
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Capacity and Coding
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Retention Duration and Forgetting
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Retrieval of Information
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Working Memory
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Components of Working Memory
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Functions of Central Executive
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Functions of Visuospatial Sketchpad, Phonological Loop, and Episodic Buffer
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Characteristics of Long-Term Memory
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Capacity and Coding
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Retention Duration and Forgetting
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Retrieval of Information
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The Reconstructive Nature of Memory
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Autobiographical Memory
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Flashbulb Memory
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Eyewitness Memory, and The Recovered/False Memory Debate
Module 4: Reasoning, Problem Solving and Decision Making
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Classic Problems, Reasoning and Decision Making
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Generate-and-Test Technique, Means-Ends Analysis
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Working Backwards
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Reasoning By Analogy
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Blocks to Problem Solving
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Mental Set
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Using Incomplete or Incorrect Representations
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Lack of Problem-Specific Knowledge or Expertise
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Types of Reasoning
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Deductive Reasoning
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Inductive Reasoning
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Everyday Reasoning
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Decision Making and Cognitive Illusions in Decision Making
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The Stages of Decision Making and Cognitive Illusions
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Utility Models of Decision making
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Descriptive Models of Decision Making
Text Book
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Galotti, K.M. (2015). Cognitive Psychology: In and Out of the Laboratory. (5 th ed.). New Delhi: Sage Publications India Pvt. Ltd.
Reference Books
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Galotti, K.M. (2008). Cognitive Psychology: Perception, Attention and Memory. Wadsworth New Delhi: Cengage Learning
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Galotti, K.M. (2007). Cognitive Psychology: In and Out of the Laboratory. (4 th ed.). Thomson Learning
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Goldstein, E.B. (2007). Psychology of Sensation and Perception. New Delhi: Cengage Learning India, Indian Reprint 2008
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Goldstein, E.B. (2005). Cognitive Psychology: Connecting Mind, Research and Everyday Experience. Wadsworth/Thomson Learning
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Matlin, M.W. (1995). Cognition. (3 rd ed.). Bangalore: Prism Books Pvt. Ltd.
