Spatial Cognition

3 credits · Undergraduate

Cognitive and neural processes involved in spatial learning, memory, and navigation. Types and nature of spatial knowledge; path integration and wayfinding; gender and cultural differences in navigational skill; effects of technology (e.g., mapping applications); aging and diseases of the brain; comparative perspectives (humans vs. other mammals & insects). Serves as repeat credit for PSY 3810W or PSY 3891-01 in Fall 2017. [3] (SBS)