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There are 5 modules in this course
Course 4 presents an overview of cognitive capacities and limitations. You will distinguish between different types of attention, compare and contrast different types of memory, identify the most common strategies and heuristics humans use for decision making and problem solving.
Building upon the knowledge gained from Course 3, we now delve into the cognitive aspects of human factors in Course 4: Cognitive Capacities & Limitations. Throughout this course, we will explore different types of attention, memory, decision-making strategies, and problem-solving techniques.
By understanding the limitations in attentional capacity and decision-making strategies, we can gain insights into how they contribute to human error. This knowledge will empower us to design systems and interfaces that accommodate these cognitive limitations and optimize human performance.
What's included
1 video1 reading
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1 video•Total 1 minute
Cognitive Capacities & Limitations•1 minute
1 reading•Total 5 minutes
Assignments, Activities, and Projects•5 minutes
Module 1: Motor Control
Module 2•1 hour to complete
Module details
In this module, we will discuss the field of motor control, exploring how we control our movements and the various constraints that shape our actions. Through this module, we will uncover the characteristics of movement solutions and gain insights into the intricate processes involved in motor control.
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3 videos3 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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3 videos•Total 22 minutes
How We Control Our Movements•6 minutes
Constraints•8 minutes
Some Characteristics of Movement Solutions•9 minutes
3 readings•Total 6 minutes
Introduction: How We Control Our Movements•2 minutes
Introduction: Constraints•2 minutes
Introduction: Some Characteristics of Movement Solutions•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 20 minutes
Check Your Knowledge - Module 1•20 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 30 minutes
Exploring Movement Solutions: The Role of Constraints in Motor Control•30 minutes
Module 2: Human Memory and Attention
Module 3•2 hours to complete
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In this module, we shift our focus to human memory and attention. Understanding how our memory works and how we allocate our attention is crucial for designing effective interfaces and optimizing human performance. We explore the concept of attention, the different types of attention, and their role in information processing. We also delve into the complexities of human memory, including its various stages, encoding processes, and factors that influence memory retrieval. Lastly, we examine the traditional model of skill acquisition, shedding light on how individuals acquire and refine their skills over time.
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4 videos5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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4 videos•Total 37 minutes
What is Attention, and Why Do We Need It?•17 minutes
Human Memory•7 minutes
Human Memory: Fitts and Posner (Traditional) Model of Skill Acquisition•6 minutes
Traditional Model of Skill Acquisition•6 minutes
5 readings•Total 25 minutes
Introduction: What is Attention, and Why Do We Need It?•2 minutes
Introduction: Human Memory•2 minutes
Human Memory: Fitts and Posner (Traditional) Model of Skill Acquisition•14 minutes
Introduction: Traditional Model of Skill Acquisition•2 minutes
Intro to Skill Acquisition - How Do We Become an Expert?•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
Check Your Knowledge - Module 2•15 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 30 minutes
Case Study Analysis: Exploring Human Memory and Attention•30 minutes
Module 3: Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
Module 4•2 hours to complete
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In Module 3, we explore the cognitive processes and factors that influence our decision-making abilities. From understanding how decisions are made to exploring the role of heuristics and biases, this module provides valuable insights into the human mind and its approach to problem-solving. Additionally, we discussed the concept of creativity and how it contributes to innovative problem-solving techniques.
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3 videos5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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3 videos•Total 24 minutes
How Do We Make Decisions?•5 minutes
Heuristics and Biases•14 minutes
Creativity•5 minutes
5 readings•Total 26 minutes
Introduction: How Do We Make Decisions?•2 minutes
Introduction: Heuristics and Biases•2 minutes
Heuristics and Biases•10 minutes
Introduction: Creativity•2 minutes
Creative Problem Solving•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
Check Your Knowledge - Module 3•15 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 30 minutes
Exploring Creativity in Decision Making•30 minutes
Module 4: Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition
Module 5•2 hours to complete
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In this module, we will discuss motor learning and skill acquisition. By the end of this module, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the traditional and ecological approaches to skill acquisition and the research findings that contribute to our knowledge of motor learning and skill development.
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2 videos8 readings1 assignment
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2 videos•Total 17 minutes
The Ecological Approach to Skill Acquisition•8 minutes
Research on the Ecological Approach•9 minutes
8 readings•Total 82 minutes
Review: The Traditional Approach to Skill Acquisition•7 minutes
Skill Acquisition•10 minutes
Introduction: The Ecological Approach to Skill Acquisition•2 minutes
Adopting an Ecological Perspective on Skill Performance•7 minutes
Introduction: Research on the Ecological Approach•2 minutes
Comparative Research•19 minutes
Usability Assignment - Stage #3•30 minutes
References and Additional Resources•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
Check Your Knowledge - Module 4•15 minutes
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