PSB_222 Chapters on memory

Filozofická fakulta
podzim 2013
Rozsah
1/1/0. 4 kr. Ukončení: k.
Vyučující
Eva Rubínová (přednášející)
Garance
PhDr. Zdenka Stránská, Ph.D.
Psychologický ústav – Filozofická fakulta
Dodavatelské pracoviště: Psychologický ústav – Filozofická fakulta
Rozvrh
Út 19:10–20:45 C11
Předpoklady
! PSB_443 Kapitoly o paměti
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Cíle předmětu
The aim of this course is to introduce main approaches to the study of memory form the perspective of cognitive psychology, neuroscience and neuropsychology, to introduce the main theories of basic memory processes, and to inform students of methods used in studies on memory. Current theories of basic memory processes will be presented in the context of broader toppics, such as learning and effective learning strategies, development of memory, autobiographical memory, false memories and eyewitness testimony. The course covers basic toppics as well as specific studies. After completing this course, students should be able to better understand their own memory, critically evaluate myths of popular psychology and also choose effective ways of learning. They should also be able to critically evaluate research studies in the field of memory according to their hypotheses, methodology, and interpretation of results.
Osnova
  • 1. Introduction to the content of the course and compulsory literature, recommendations for students. What is memory? Great myths about memory.
  • 2. Short-term and working memory. Models of working memory.
  • 3. Learning and effective learning strategies.
  • 4. Episodic memory and memory processes.
  • 5. Semantic memory. Concepts and organization of semantic knowledge.
  • 6. Autobiographical memory. Development of autobiographical memory. Life scripts. Autobiographical memory theories by Conway (2005) nad Rubin (2006).
  • 7. False memories. Social aspects of memory. Methods and materials used in research.
  • 8. Research in the area of memory and eyewitness testimony.
  • 9. Forgetting. Developmental aspects of memory. Amnesia.
  • 10. Memory impairments and their neuropsychological diagnostics.
  • Changes in the program are reserved.
Literatura
    povinná literatura
  • Loftus, E. F., & Palmer, J. C. (1974). Reconstruction of automobile destruction: An example of the interaction between language and memory. Journal of verbal learning and verbal behavior, 13(5), 585-589.
  • Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-Enhanced Learning Taking Memory Tests Improves Long-Term Retention. Psychological Science, 17(3), 249-255.
    doporučená literatura
  • Mahoney, C. R., Brunyé, T. T., Giles, G. E., Ditman, T., Lieberman, H. R., & Taylor, H. A. (2012). Caffeine increases false memory in nonhabitual consumers. Journal of Cognitive Psychology, 24(4), 420-427.
  • Banyard, P., & Grayson, A. (2008). Introducing psychological research. Palgrave Macmillan.
    neurčeno
  • Baddeley, A. D., Eysenck, M. W., Anderson, M. C. & Anderson, M. (2009). Memory. Taylor & Francis Group.
Výukové metody
Theoretical preparation - lectures. Seminal work - discussions, work in small groups. Short experiments. Home readings.
Metody hodnocení
Requirements will differ depending on whether the student's main subject of study is Psychology or not. For students of Psychology: Students will complete weekly quizzes focused on the content of the lesson. There will be compulsory readings chosen for each lesson and quiz covering the content of the reading will be given each lesson. Students have to pass 50% of the quizzes (lecture and reading, pass means 70% of correct answers). A final test will consist of 30 questions (a combination of multiple-choice and short answers). For students without background in psychology: Students will complete weekly quizzes focused on the content of the lesson, and select one paper from the compulsory readings chosen for each lesson. Students have to pass 50% of the lecture quizzes, and one reading quiz (pass means 70% of correct answers). A final test will consist of 30 questions (a combination of multiple-choice and short answers).
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