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PY210: Perception, Learning and Memory

Module Title	Perception, Learning and Memory
Module Code	PY210
Module Tutor	Graham Edgar
School	Natural and Social Sciences
CAT Points	15
Level of Study	5
Pre-requisites	Before taking this module you must ( pass PY109 or pass PY111 ) and pass PY107
Co-requisites	None
Restrictions	None
Brief Description	This module covers key theoretical approaches, research and methods in regard to perception, learning, and memory-basic processes that allow us to register and acquire "information" about the outside world. Knowledge of these functions is vital to an understanding of human cognition. The first half of the module covers primary processing in all five sensory-perceptual systems, as well as the links between sensory-perceptual functions and cognitive precessing. The second half of the module focuses on the storage and retrieval of information for both temporary and long-term memory, as well as the associated patterns of change in overt behaviour (learning). The relationship between emotion and memory will also be considered. There will also be an elementary introduction to cognitive neuropsychological approaches, in regard to the implications of studies of amnesia for models of human memory.
Indicative Syllabus	a) physiological bases of perception and cognition b) visual, auditory, tactile-haptic, olfactory, gustatory sensation and perception c) attention d) sensory memory e) working memory f) long term memory g) knowledge organisation (including categorization) h) basic patterns and principals in regard to learning or information acquisition i) links between emotion and memory j) implicit learning k) neuropsychological perspectives on memory
Learning Outcomes	i. Knowledge and Understanding By the end of the module, students should be able to demonstrate that they: a) Appreciate the range of issues raised in considering perception, learning and memory; b) Have knowledge of the theoretical approaches used in addressing these issues; c) Understand the techniques of investigation used to investigate perception and memory d) Have knowledge of key research findings and conclusions regarding perception and memory ii. Skills By the end of the module, students should be able to demonstrate that they can: a) Critically evaluate competing theories of and explanations for the phenomena observed in the areas of perception, learning and memory; b) Critically evaluate techniques used to investigate the psychology of perception, learning and memory; c) Critically evaluate the outcomes of research into perception, learning and memory, relating these outcomes to theoretical models.
Learning and Teaching Activities	Staff/student contact 16% Student private study 84% Methods include lectures, videos and group discussions
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide)	001: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent 002: 50% Written Exam: End of year, unseen, closed book: 1.50 hours
Special Assessment Requirements	None
Indicative Resources	The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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