Prospectus | 08/09 - Psychology and Neuroscience - Maastricht ...
Prospectus | 08/09 - Psychology and Neuroscience - Maastricht ...
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Chapter 4 - Specialization Neuropsychology<br />
| 446NP Brain, Learning, <strong>and</strong> Memory – 3 credits<br />
Coordinator: Arjan Blokl<strong>and</strong>, Neuropsychology & Psychopharmacology (FPN), Phone 38 81903,<br />
40 Universiteitssingel East, Room 2.731, E-mail: a.blokl<strong>and</strong>@psychology.unimaas.nl<br />
Description of the Course<br />
There has been a rapid increase in our underst<strong>and</strong>ing of the basic mechanisms<br />
underlying the consolidation of new information <strong>and</strong> its later retrieval. Both data<br />
from preclinical research in animal models <strong>and</strong> in preclinical human models <strong>and</strong><br />
neuroimaging experiments will be used in this course, together with seminal<br />
experiments in patients. Recent theories <strong>and</strong> experimental data illustrate how a<br />
multidimensional view of learning <strong>and</strong> memory can help elucidate the relevant<br />
mechanisms both in terms of biology <strong>and</strong> cognition. Also, the influences of drugs<br />
<strong>and</strong> circumstances that lead to decreased efficiency of information processing are<br />
discussed in depth.<br />
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Literature<br />
Recent journal articles <strong>and</strong> book chapters.<br />
Instructional Approach<br />
Tutorial group meetings.<br />
Form of Assessment<br />
Written exam with open questions.<br />
| 447NP Executive Functions <strong>and</strong> Control of Action – 3 credits<br />
Coordinator: Eric Vuurman, Psychiatry & Neuropsychology (FHML) , Phone 38 81046,<br />
40 Universiteitssingel East, Room 2.747, E-mail: e.vuurman@psychology.unimaas.nl<br />
Description of the Course<br />
The course presents multidisciplinary information from experimental psychology,<br />
neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience <strong>and</strong> related disciplines. Various techniques<br />
<strong>and</strong> theoretical models are presented <strong>and</strong> evaluated, <strong>and</strong> the neuroscientific basis<br />
of the behavioural <strong>and</strong> cognitive functions is discussed. A key element in our<br />
current underst<strong>and</strong>ing of behavioural organization is cognitive control. At present, a<br />
redefinition of related concepts (such as inhibition, working memory <strong>and</strong> executive<br />
functioning) is taking place, based on insights from cognitive neuroscience. Throughout<br />
the course, emphasis will be on mechanisms of attention, working memory, cognitive<br />
shifting, preparation for action, sensorimotor integration, behavioural planning, <strong>and</strong><br />
monitoring. Various experimental approaches are evaluated. Experts in the field of<br />
executive <strong>and</strong> motor control research will present their current work <strong>and</strong> students will<br />
be able to discuss prepared papers <strong>and</strong> topics with them.<br />
Literature<br />
Journal articles <strong>and</strong> book chapters.
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