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Cognitive - Coggle Diagram
Cognitive
Assumptions
Scientific and objective study of internal mental processes is possible - but these private processes cannot be observed - make inferences, based upon observable behaviour
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Use computer models and theoretical models to better understand and model cognitive processes through analogies
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Evaluation
- Scientific methods and rigour - increased credibility of psychology - objectively collecting reliable data through direct observation of the neural processes underlying cognition (PET, CT, MRI, fMRI scans)
- Overly abstract concepts - extensive use of schemas and analogies - indirectly studying and inferring the cognitive basis of behaviour
Reliance on inference = too abstract and not enough supporting empirical evidence
Reduces potential practical applications and theory remains theoretical...
- Practical applications of cognitive neuroscience - increased understanding of neural processes underlying cognition = helpful
Design and manufacture of modern tech
Study a child's performance in phonological tests
- Soft determinism - sees humans as being able to reason and make conscious decisions (within limits of what they know of their 'cognitive system'
More flexible than behaviourist - allows for humans to have some conscious insight into their behaviour
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Schemas
'Packages' of ideas/knowledge - generated through experience, becoming more sophisticated overtime
Act as mental frameworks - 'mental shortcuts' to help process large volumes of data quickly and efficiently - avoid sensory overload
Schemas are 'pre-conceived' - may lead to perceptual distortions due to having an already established mental framework