PSY260H1

UTSG

Introduction to Learning and Plasticity

Concepts, theories, and applications of classical and contemporary learning theories, including classical and operant conditioning. Current theories of the physiological and anatomical basis of learning and memory, including synaptic plasticity, the role of the hippocampus, amygdala, frontal cortex and other brain regions. Theories will be related to a practical understanding and applications such as drug addiction, phobias and other disorders.

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Prereq: PSY100H1/ PSY100Y5/ PSYA01H3/ COG250Y1Breadth: Living Things & Their EnvironmentExcl: PSYB38H3
Easy31%
Useful65%
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DepartmentPSY
CampusUTSG (St. George)
Level200
Hours36L
BreadthLiving Things & Their Environment
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Difficulty: 4/5Usefulness: 4/5

Took PSY260 with Wood. She's a cool prof but more advanced—you need to know the stuff well and be ready to apply concepts rather than just memorize. The content is very interesting, covering learning and plasticity and their relation to brain substrates and clinical settings. Wood's teaching style requires engagement with the material, not passive studying. Make sure to read the textbook, as it's important for understanding the course material.

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