Learning and Cognition: Current Research and Theory

Catalog description

The course examines the major psychological factors that contribute to students' ability to learn. In particular, this course provides a survey of modern cognitive psychology theories of problem solving and reasoning, memory, language, and thought. The focus of this course is on how teachers can implement psychological knowledge to enhance students' potential for academically success across content areas. The course develops doctoral student's expertise in cognition related research, as well as an opportunity to questions the implications of this research on curriculum, instruction, evaluation, and professional development. Open to EdD students only.