Cognition: Theories and Applications

by Stephen K. Reed

Dr. Stephen Reed's Ninth Edition of COGNITION: THEORIES 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 text incorporates unparalleled scholarship in a distinctive clear voice that allows for the emphasis of both contemporary and classical research through real-life examples and experiments. Revised and updated throughout to maintain a high degree of currency and accuracy, content reflects the ever-evolving field and is made relevant to students' lives through the inclusion of popular articles from well-known magazines and newspapers. As a result of its adherence to three criteria--the material must make an important contribution to cognitive psychology, be accessible, and be both understandable and interesting--the text is an invaluable tool in learning cognitive psychology.

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction, Textbooks

448 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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