PSYO 2140

Learning

Lec 01 selected

Lectures focus on several goals: (1) providing general principles of learning; (2) understanding the behaviour of particular species; (3) direct application to human problems. Emphasis is on understanding why researchers in animal learning do what they are currently doing (given the goals and the historical context).

Sections

Lecture

From the syllabus

From the Winter 2025 syllabus by Simon Gadbois. Open the PDF

Grading

30%Midterm 1January 30; 80 minutes
30%Midterm 2March 6; 80 minutes
40%Cumulative final exam3 hours
1%Experiment participation bonusBonus

Textbook

  • Learning and Behavior: A Contemporary Synthesis, 2nd Edition, Mark E. Bouton (optional)

Course rules

Missed midterm
There are no make-ups; the final exam takes on the missed midterm's weight.
Missed final
A documented, valid excuse may allow an essay-question make-up exam in January after consultation.
Attendance
Attendance may be taken intermittently and randomly, but missing lectures has no direct penalty.
Lecture recording
Lectures are not recorded, but students may audio record them.

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