Unit 5 Review - Cognitive Psychology

This review will guide you through an adaptive, research-backed study session. As you answer questions, we will actively assess your current understanding of the material. Questions will continue to be drawn until you have demonstrated mastery of each learning objective.

Reviews are graded based on completion. You will receive full credit for achieving 100% mastery or answering all questions.

Learning objectives for this review:

Analyze cognitive processes and memory systems, including different processing types and memory classifications, and identify contributions from key researchers in cognitive psychology.
Describe strategies for memory improvement and typical memory errors.
Outline the principles that underlie construction and encoding of memories.
Outline the principles that underlie effective storage of memories.
Describe strategies for retrieving memories.
Describe and differentiate psychological and physiological systems of short- and long-term memory.
Identify various problem-solving strategies and assess factors that influence their effectiveness. Additionally, list characteristics common to creative thought and creative thinkers.
Identify problem-solving strategies as well as factors that create bias and errors in thinking
Define intelligence and describe methods of measurement, including different types of intelligence tests. Explore cultural influences on intelligence definitions and compare key theories and contributions from major figures in the field.
Explain the methodologies psychologists use to design Intelligence tests, focusing on standardization strategies and techniques to ensure reliability and validity of psychological assessments.
Synthesize how biological, cognitive, and cultural factors converge to facilitate the acquisition, development, and use of language.

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