I am going to echo Gary's comments except that in my case they refer to Ashcraft's new edition of Cognition. I have used it through three editions now and continue to find it a superior text. A couple of my students recently commented (spontaneously) on its readability. I have always appreciated its thoroughness. It too covers language and it integrates neuroscience into every chapter. My course is for juniors and seniors. Now if only I could find a Sport Psyc book half as readable.
Tim
After using Solso for years (with occasional testing of other books) I have been using Sternberg for the past 3 semesters. The two criteria I focus on are the topics covered and the level of coverage. I want the book to do a good job on pattern recognition, language as well as memory (that is always covered). Given the advancements in cognitive neuroscience, I look for sufficient coverage throughout the book as well as an introductory chapter. My class is at a Jr. level so I do expect the students to be challenged but not overwhelmed. As far as my criteria, Sternberg has done the job for me. As a bonus, students report that it is very readable. Gary J. Klatsky, Ph. D. Department of Psychology [EMAIL PROTECTED] Oswego State University (SUNY) http://www.oswego.edu/~klatsky 7060 State Hwy 104W Voice: (315) 312-3474 Oswego, NY 13126 Fax: (315) 312-6330 -----Original Message----- From: M. Press [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2002 12:57 AM To: Teaching in the Psychological Sciences Cc: TIPS Subject: Cognition text I'm going to have to teach an introduction to cognitive psych this coming semester. I recall a recent discussion of texts in this area. Could someone give me an idea of which texts are most popular and why? Thanks. Mark M. Press, Ph.D. Professor of Psychology, Touro College, 1602 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY 11230 718-252-7800, x 275 [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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