NESC 3131

Res Methods in Attention.

Lec 01 and Lab B01 selected

The methods, findings, and theories that underpin our understanding of attention (alertness, preparation, selection, and control of information processing) are covered. Behavioural and neuroscientific evidence as well as computational models are examined in the lectures. Laboratories emphasize behavioural methods used to isolate and reveal the components of attention.

Sections

Lecture
Lab

From the syllabus

From the Fall 2023 syllabus by John Christie. Open the PDF

Grading

37%Highest componentBased on in-class, lab, and dissemination components
33%Middle componentBased on in-class, lab, and dissemination components
30%Lowest componentBased on in-class, lab, and dissemination components

Course rules

Quizzes
Both quizzes take place during class; there are no makeup quizzes.
Late work
Written work loses marks at 10% × 2^(days late − 1); submit assignments as PDFs.
Attendance
Attendance counts toward participation; email the instructor to request an excused absence.
Peer review
Late Intro/Methods submissions are not eligible for peer review.

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