Cognition: Theory And Applications

by Stephen K. Reed

Dr. Reed's Seventh Edition of COGNITION: THEORY AND APPLICATIONS focuses on the theories that underlie cognitive phenomena as well as empirical data that establishes a traditional, information processing approach to cognitive psychology. This structure allows undergraduates to discover the direct relevance of cognitive psychology to many of their daily activities. The features of the text incorporate unparalleled scholarship with a distinctive clear voice that allows for the emphasis of both contemporary and classical research through real-life examples and experiments. The author incorporates the ever-evolving field and makes the material relevant to students' lives by including popular articles from current well-known magazines and newspapers. As in past editions, all of these materials have been revised to maintain a high degree of currency and accuracy. Three criteria were used to create the Seventh Edition: first, the material has to make an important contribution to cognitive psychology; second, the material has to be accessible to the reader; and third, the material needs to be understandable and interesting. Through the incorporation of these three criteria, the text becomes an invaluable tool in learning cognitive psychology.

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction, Textbooks

426 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 1988

Reviews

[Dawn · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is a required reading and reference for my cognitive psychology module.

Doing my notes, as I have been for the past few months, and I’ve finally reached my limit. Just so utterly and completely done with this book.
Chapter organisation is disappointingly...absent. Examples everywhere with no clear reference to the sub-topic/section of the chapter, and are described in the most not-succinct manner.

I guess there is some sequential flow to the ideas. But it seems more of a stream of consciousness rather than an organised text:(

Would probably enjoy this book more/be less harsh, if it wasn’t my university module reading and reference.

Although, the summaries at the end of the chapter, and the definitions at the side were quite useful.

[Melvin Marsh · Rating 2 out of 5]

Introductory cognitive psych book. Came recommended by an experimental professor for me to study the topics on the GRE. Decent read and pretty easy to understand. Still wasn't a fascinating read though.

[Cass · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was the most boring book I've ever had to read, but I got an A in the Psych course.

[Adrienne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super good. School requirement for Introduction to Cognition. I think everyone who is concerned with how mental functioning and thinking work should pick it up.

[Marie-Eve]

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