Cognitive approach Flashcards
Schema
a concept or framework that organizes and interprets information
define theoretical models
theoretical models enable visual representation of complex ideas
theoretical model (1968)
Atkinson and Shiffrin
- Multi-store model
Scans in Cognitive neuroscience
PET and MRI
cogntiive neuroscience
The studies of how brain structures and biology affect mental processes
What approach does cognitive approach challenge?
It directly challenges behaviourism ad it argues that mental processes should be studied
What are inferences?
observing indirectly and drawing conclusions -as mental processes are private and can’t be directly observed
What are the to explanations for the human mind?
-theoretical and computer models-theoretical are more abstract and computer are more concrete
How does scheme develop?
-babies are born with impel motor schema for innate behaviour eg. sucking and grasping
-as we get older, scheme develops and becomes more detailed and sophisticated-through experience
Two ways schema is developed
accommodation-when existing schema is revised/repeated
assimilation-when you add/fit new info into your schema
How does schema help?
-schema enables us to process lots of information without being overwhelmed by new environments- as we can make guesses from our expectations
-meaning we are not completely clueless on what to do in new situations
What is the problem with schema?
-as they are expectations they may distort interpretations of sensory information-causing perceptual errors
-this is known as cognitive bias
Machine reductionism
- Assumes humans are the same as robots/computers
- Ignores emotions, motivation, lying
Cognitive approach basic assumption
How are internal mental processes affect our behaviour
Real life application
- cognitive neuroscience has led to advancement in Ai and robots
- Can treat mental illnesses
- Cognitive neuroscientists can study a child’s performance through cognitive test
