contemporary biology bio 111

Everyday memory is defined, while also exploring autobiographical memory, the reminesnce bump, flashbulb memories, and source monitoring. The constructive nature of memory is also introduced. Memory errors; such as, power of suggestion, errors in eyewitness testimony and false memory, are explained.

Topics within knowledge are introduced; such as, the prototype approach, exemplar approach, definitional approach, etc. Semantic networks and hierarchy are explained.

This chapter explains how to get information into long term memory through the levels of processing theory. Other topics include: comprehension, organization, improving learning, consolidation, fragility of memories, and amnesia types.

This chapter covers topics related to decisions, as well as different approaches to making decisions. Ways to reason are included; such as, inductive and deductive reasoning. All kinds of heuristics are explained, along with the physiology of thinking.

This chapter differentiates between mental and visual imagery. Perception and imagery are compared, as well as imagery in the brain.

The social self and it's components are explained in this chapter. Topics include: self concept, self esteem, self presentation, self enhancement, and theories.

Components of descriptive research are explained, as well as how to conduct experiments and factorial design. Different types of experiments are described. Ethics, deception in research, and the institutional review board are also included.

The topic of language is defined and discussed, as well as more in depth topics such as understanding words, sentences, perception in language, and producing language.