University of York
- Start Date: 28 Jun, 2021
- 3 weeks
- Study Content: Videos
Learn how to use cognitive psychology experiments to explore how the mind works with this online psychology course.
Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
Course Description
This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.
Conduct, analyse and understand cognitive psychology experiments
Cognitive psychology is the scientific study of internal mental processes. On this 3-week course, you will be introduced to two key areas of cognitive psychology: reasoning and thinking, and mental imagery.
Explore cognitive psychology as an experimental science
You’ll begin by studying how the mind works and learning why cognitive psychology is an experimental science. From the psychology of thinking and reasoning to the psychology of imagination and visual thinking, you’ll gain a strong introduction to cognitive psychology.
We’ll discuss how to measure the mind and think like a scientist before exploring the numerical rule and confirmation bias.
Learn to build experiments and discover mental rotation and mental imagery
In the second week, you’ll learn how to run an experiment, collect data, and understand the science behind memory and behaviour through experiments.
You’ll also learn how to carry out memory studies, after exploring the notion of mental imagery and how it can inform us about the inner workings of the mind.
Finally, you’ll delve into experimental work on mental maps, mental scanning and mental rotation.
This course is designed for anyone with an interest in the workings of the mind and how to study this through experiments. It would be suitable for learners interested in experimental science, especially those who wish to further their knowledge of different areas of psychology.
This course will be of specific interest to A-level students who are considering studying Psychology at university, and in particular those thinking of applying to study degree level Psychology at the University of York.
This course will also benefit those already working in the healthcare sector who want to deepen their understanding of current practices and theories in psychology.
Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.
University of York
The University of York combines the pursuit of academic excellence with a culture of inclusion, which encourages everyone – from a variety of backgrounds – to achieve their best. We are a high-performing, research-intensive Russell Group university, committed to providing an environment where great minds can thrive.
We support our students’ ambitions by offering opportunities to develop and grow, and to learn from the diverse skills and perspectives in our community. Through this approach, we create independent critical thinkers of the future who prosper in a global workplace.
York’s diverse community makes it an inspiring and exciting place to work. Our academics are world-leading in their field, undertaking research that has a global impact and is supported by an informal culture which fosters interdisciplinary collaboration. At York, students are taught by these researchers and benefit from their extensive knowledge and real-world experience.
Situated in the historic and cosmopolitan city of York, the University’s green and open campus is an excellent environment in which to live and to learn.
This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.
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