Code |
14851
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Year |
2
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Semester |
S1
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ECTS Credits |
6
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Workload |
T(30H)/TP(30H)
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Scientific area |
Psychology
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Entry requirements |
There are no prerequisites
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Mode of delivery |
Presential.
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Work placements |
Not applicable.
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Learning outcomes |
At the end of the course, the student should be able to: (1) describe central phenomena of thought and language and the theories, models and constructs that support them; (2) integrate and apply knowledge to explain real-life problems by applying explanatory theories of cognition; (3) draw implications for understanding the individual as a whole; (4) communicate clearly, orally and in writing in Portuguese; (5) develop skills in analysing and synthesising documents in Portuguese and foreign languages; (6) develop interpersonal skills through co-operative group work; (7) use laboratory resources whenever possible and the Moodle platform.
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Syllabus |
1. Mental representation of knowledge: Mental images, cognitive maps and propositions. 2. Mental organisation of knowledge: Declarative knowledge organisation; Procedural or executive knowledge; Integrative models of declarative and non-declarative knowledge representation. 3. Language: Language comprehension; Reading; Discourse comprehension; Language and thought; Language in a social context. Neuropsychology of language. 4. Problem Solving and Creativity: Types of problems; Obstacles and aids to problem solving; Expertise, knowledge and problem solving; Creativity. 5. Reasoning and Decision Making: Deductive reasoning and inductive reasoning; Neuroscience of reasoning; Decision making.
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Main Bibliography |
- Brown, C. M & Hagoort, P. (2000). The neurocognition of language. Oxford University - Eysenk, M.W & Keane, M. T. (2017). Handbook of cognitive psychology. Artmed. - Matlin, M. W. (2009). Cognitive psychology. John Wiley & Sons. - Reed, S. (2009). Cognition: Theories and applications. Wadsworth. - Sternberg, R. J. (2008). Cognitive psychology. Artmed. - Sternberg, R. J. & Sternberg, K. (2012). Cognitive psychology. Wadsworth.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
Teaching methodology: 1. Lectures in Portuguese; 2. Practical exercises in the classroom; 3. Discussion of practical exercises in class
Assessment criteria/elements: (1) 2 individual assessment exercises (attendance) (60% of the final grade) (2) 4 group practical assignments in class and their discussion (40% of the final grade)
Criteria for admission to the exam: 1. be present for at least 50% of the lessons 2. Have completed all the assessment elements. 3. Attendance at all face-to-face assessment sessions. 4. Have obtained a minimum mark of 6 at the end of the continuous assessment.
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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