... Psychodynamic psychologists pessemistic view of humanity, not emperical è optimistic, emperical Behaviorism - rigorous experiments è magnified Miller - 7+/-2 èchunking, we actively process Contributions û Inspired further advancement in the study of the brain and techniques in which the brain can be studied. û Establish objective science û Establsih laws of learning û Explore "black box" of the mind û Cognitions affect our actions and emotions û Empirical findingsàsocial work, legal issues, the justice system (eyewitness testimony) û Understand + improve mental abilities (young/old) û Recognize computer metaphor= has limitations û Established imporatnce of perception Current standing Now the perspective engendering most research and developing application had usurped he cognitive to an extent Generally accepted Currently most popular Framework--Assumptions Biological Learning Cognitive View of human nature insofar as the brain itself is separate from the mind, which is debatable (and unanswerable too!) MIND DOESN'T MATTER û John Locke - Tabular ...

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