Applied Cognitive Psychology
A.Y. 2020/2021
Learning objectives
The students will learn the differences between basic and applied science and how to apply the acquired theoretical knowledge on phenomena in work- and everyday life.
Aim of the course is to develop of a critical approach to everyday life phenomena affected by cognitive processes, and individuate the most adequate research method to investigate and improve human performances.
Aim of the course is to develop of a critical approach to everyday life phenomena affected by cognitive processes, and individuate the most adequate research method to investigate and improve human performances.
Expected learning outcomes
At the end of the course, the student will be able to apply a critical approach on human behaviour and performance, developing a research protocol on the application of cognitive psychology in real life events.
The student will be able to recognize the influence of cognitive processes in work- and everyday life phenomena. The student will be able to describe how cognitive process can be applied not only to read and explain the real context, but how to use such knowledge to improve it.
The student will be able to recognize the influence of cognitive processes in work- and everyday life phenomena. The student will be able to describe how cognitive process can be applied not only to read and explain the real context, but how to use such knowledge to improve it.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Didactic Activity will be offered by Microsoft Teams. All classes can be followed both synchronously based (based on the second semester schedule) and asynchronously because all Lecture will be recorded and let available to students on the same platform.
In any case, the synchronous mode is preferable and strongly recommended as it allows the active participation of students through the formulation of questions and the discussion of the topics covered.
If National Regulation and University of Milan regulations, concerning social distancing, allow it, 50% of the Lessons will be held in person and simultaneously transmitted online.
Participation in face-to-face lessons will be voluntary and strongly recommended.
In any case, the synchronous mode is preferable and strongly recommended as it allows the active participation of students through the formulation of questions and the discussion of the topics covered.
If National Regulation and University of Milan regulations, concerning social distancing, allow it, 50% of the Lessons will be held in person and simultaneously transmitted online.
Participation in face-to-face lessons will be voluntary and strongly recommended.
Course syllabus
Introduction to applied cognitive psychology.
Distinctive characteristics of applied research and main differences with basic research.
Development of a research protocol in applied cognitive psychology
Cognitive psychology applied to the field of reasoning and decision making
How to think about weird and irrational events. The paranormal, the supernatural and the mysterious.
Naturalistic Decision-Making
Virtual reality and its applications
Cognitive psychology applied to the field of testimony
Techniques to improve learning
The effects of drugs and sports on cognitive processes
Distinctive characteristics of applied research and main differences with basic research.
Development of a research protocol in applied cognitive psychology
Cognitive psychology applied to the field of reasoning and decision making
How to think about weird and irrational events. The paranormal, the supernatural and the mysterious.
Naturalistic Decision-Making
Virtual reality and its applications
Cognitive psychology applied to the field of testimony
Techniques to improve learning
The effects of drugs and sports on cognitive processes
Prerequisites for admission
There are no prerequisites to be admitted to the course. However, the knowledge and skills acquired during the courses of cognitive psychology, methodology of cognitive research and data analysis are useful.
Teaching methods
Lectures, presentation of multimedia materials and seminars related to cognitive psychology.
Open discussion and critical analysis in class of relevant scientific phenomena closely related to course's contents
Learning how to develop a research protocol
Open discussion and critical analysis in class of relevant scientific phenomena closely related to course's contents
Learning how to develop a research protocol
Teaching Resources
Groome, D., & Eysenck, M. (2016). An introduction to applied cognitive psychology. Psychology Press.
Shick T. and Vaughn L. (2019). How to think about weird thinks. Critical thinking of a new age. McGrawHill Education
Slides and scientific articles related to topics discussed in class.
Shick T. and Vaughn L. (2019). How to think about weird thinks. Critical thinking of a new age. McGrawHill Education
Slides and scientific articles related to topics discussed in class.
Assessment methods and Criteria
The assessment of adequate learning process and acquisition of knowledge takes place in two modalities:
- final written exam, with multiple choice and open ended questions
- development of a research protocol on cognitive psychology
The written exam contributes to the final vote with a proportion of 50%, while the research protocol contributes with a proportion of 50%.
The exam is considered passed if the student has achieved a minimum score of 18 points
The enrollment to examination will be through the UNIMIA portal.
Criteria for evaluation include
- Critical capacity to elaborate on a scientific question linked to the contents of the course
- Acquired capability to analyse scientific aspects and prepare a formal scientific presentation
- Knowledge and critical analysis of the main applications of the cognitive psychology research
- final written exam, with multiple choice and open ended questions
- development of a research protocol on cognitive psychology
The written exam contributes to the final vote with a proportion of 50%, while the research protocol contributes with a proportion of 50%.
The exam is considered passed if the student has achieved a minimum score of 18 points
The enrollment to examination will be through the UNIMIA portal.
Criteria for evaluation include
- Critical capacity to elaborate on a scientific question linked to the contents of the course
- Acquired capability to analyse scientific aspects and prepare a formal scientific presentation
- Knowledge and critical analysis of the main applications of the cognitive psychology research
Professor(s)