Module 3B Cognition Flashcards
cognition
thinking, including perception, learning, problem solving, judgment, and memory
trial and error
problem-solving strategy in which multiple solutions are attempted until the correct one is found
heuristic
mental shortcut that saves time when solving a problem
algorithm
problem-solving strategy characterized by a specific set of instructions
confirmation bias
faulty heuristic in which you focus on information that confirms your beliefs
availability heuristic
faulty heuristic in which you make a decision based on information readily available to
you
concept
category or grouping of linguistic information, objects, ideas, or life experiences
natural concept (concrete and abstract)
mental groupings that are created “naturally” through your experiences
artificial concept
concept that is defined by a very specific set of characteristics
prototype
best representation of a concept
schema
(plural = schemata) mental construct consisting of a cluster or collection of related concepts
event schema
set of behaviors that are performed the same way each time; also referred to as a cognitive
script
cognitive script
set of behaviors that are performed the same way each time; also referred to as an event
schema