COG - Cognition Module Review

Cognition Module Review

Understanding Perception and Memory in Psychology

Perception is a complex process influenced by internal and external factors. Internal factors like prior expectations and schemas and external factors such as contexts and cultural experiences shape how we perceive the world. Perceptual principles like closure and proximity help us organize and interpret stimuli. Attention plays a crucial role in perception, with selective attention allowing us to focus on specific stimuli, while inattention can lead to blindness to certain aspects of our environment.

Memory processes are essential for learning and cognition. Encoding processes involve getting information into memory through strategies like chunking and mnemonics. Storage processes retain this information, with different memory systems like sensory memory and long-term memory varying in capacity and duration. Retrieval processes involve recalling stored information through practices like testing and metacognition. Memory can be influenced by factors like encoding failure, interference, and retrieval cues.

Intelligence is a complex concept described by psychological theories. Historical and modern theories attempt to explain intelligence and how it is measured through IQ tests. Factors like the Flynn effect, which shows increasing IQ scores over time, and societal influences impact intelligence testing. Academic achievement is another important aspect measured differently from intelligence tests. Beliefs about intelligence, whether fixed or malleable, can affect academic performance and achievement.

In conclusion, perception, memory, and intelligence are interconnected aspects of human cognition. Understanding how these processes work and the factors influencing them can provide insights into human behavior, decision-making, and learning. By exploring psychological concepts and theories related to perception, memory, and intelligence, we can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of the human mind.

Review the terms below before taking your Cognition MCQ. 

 

Practice Multiple Choice Questions

Practice these questions before taking your Cognition MCQ. 

 

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