Leerdoelen
1. To acquire basic knowledge about neuroanatomy and model-based neuroscientific techniques.
2. To learn to summarize and critically present recent neuroscientific articles.
3. To practice carrying out neuroscientific research.
Inhoud
In this introductory course, students will learn about different aspects of model-based cognitive neurosciences in decision making. The course consists of three parts and two practical sessions. In the first part, students will receive an introduction in the anatomy of the human brain with the focus on cortico-basal ganglia networks. Course materials are supported by the interactive use of computerized brain atlases implemented in FSL. In the second part, students will receive an introduction to three popular imaging techniques: functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), event-related potentials (ERPs), and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI). In the third part, students will learn about the so-called ‘model-based approach’ where neuroscientific methods are informed by cognitive model parameters that quantify latent psychological processes. In addition, there will be two practical sessions where students are given the opportunity to get hands-on experience in conducting ERP research as well as analyzing an fMRI data set.
Aanbevolen voorkennis
Basic understanding of statistics and the gross anatomy of the human brain. Strong interest in cognitive processes, cognitive neurosciences and decision-making behavior.
Aanmelden
You must register through Studieweb at least four weeks before the course starts. Students other then Brain and Cognitive Sciences students also need to submit a secondary subject application. More information can be found at:
http://www.csca.nl
Onderwijsvorm
Seminars and 2 practical sessions
Onderwijstijden
See http://rooster.uva.nl
Studiemateriaal
For most meetings one or two articles should be read in advance (approximately 50 pages per week). The articles are available on blackboard.
Aantal deelnemers
Max. 20
Toetsvorm
The overall assessment is based on the presentation of a research paper (30%), mini-exams during class (10%), and a written exam at the end of the course (60%).
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