Cognitive assumptions Flashcards
1
Q
What is the computer analogy assumption?
A
- that the human brain works the same as computer
2
Q
How does a computer process information?
A
- data entry
- processing & storage
- output-information
3
Q
How does a human process information?
A
- sensory information
- processing & storage
- behavioural change
4
Q
What is the second assumption?
A
- all behaviour is a product of how you process information
5
Q
What would be the effect of the second assumption on behaviour?
A
- the way you think about something will determine how you feel about it, which then affects directed behaviour
6
Q
What is the 4 step process of how information is processed in real-life?
A
perception = see friend and notice them
attention = focus on them not others
memory = recognise them
language = know name possibly
