Essential topics in the context of learning and cognition
Classical conditioning: unconditioned stimulus, unconditioned response, neutral stimulus, conditioned stimulus, conditioned response
Operant conditioning: reinforcement (positive and negative), punishment (positive and negative)
Social learning theory (will be covered under human development): observational learning, vicarious learning, vicarious reinforcement, reciprocal determinism, attention, retention, reproduction, motivation, self-efficacy, locus of control, learned helplessness
Schema theory: schema, script, accommodation, assimilation, disequilibrium
Cognitive models - multi store model of memory (MSM): sensory memory, short-term memory (STM), long-term memory
Cognitive models - working memory model (WMM): central executive, phonological loop, visuospatial sketchpad, episodic buffer
Cognitive load theory: intrinsic load, extraneous load, germane load
Dual processing model: system 1, system 2, intuitive thinking, rational thinking, cognitive biases, availability heuristics
Cognitive biases: confirmation bias, anchoring bias
Biological base of memory: holism, reductionism, neuron, action potential, synaptic transmission, neural network, neuroplasticity, long-term potentiation, dendritic branching, synaptic pruning,
Applying six basic concepts (bias, causality, change, measurement, perspective, responsibility) with all topics
Applying three basic approaches (biological, cognitive and sociocultural) with all topics
Understanding the research methodology and empirical evidence behind each topic
HL extensions: the role of culture, motivation and technology in learning and cognition
Class practical: experiment
Operant conditioning: reinforcement (positive and negative), punishment (positive and negative)
Social learning theory (will be covered under human development): observational learning, vicarious learning, vicarious reinforcement, reciprocal determinism, attention, retention, reproduction, motivation, self-efficacy, locus of control, learned helplessness
Schema theory: schema, script, accommodation, assimilation, disequilibrium
Cognitive models - multi store model of memory (MSM): sensory memory, short-term memory (STM), long-term memory
Cognitive models - working memory model (WMM): central executive, phonological loop, visuospatial sketchpad, episodic buffer
Cognitive load theory: intrinsic load, extraneous load, germane load
Dual processing model: system 1, system 2, intuitive thinking, rational thinking, cognitive biases, availability heuristics
Cognitive biases: confirmation bias, anchoring bias
Biological base of memory: holism, reductionism, neuron, action potential, synaptic transmission, neural network, neuroplasticity, long-term potentiation, dendritic branching, synaptic pruning,
Applying six basic concepts (bias, causality, change, measurement, perspective, responsibility) with all topics
Applying three basic approaches (biological, cognitive and sociocultural) with all topics
Understanding the research methodology and empirical evidence behind each topic
HL extensions: the role of culture, motivation and technology in learning and cognition
Class practical: experiment