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PSYN811 – Cognitive Neuropsychology
2014 – S2 Day
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Co-Convenor
Anne Castles
Contact via 9850 4860
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after appointment
Convenor
Britta Biedermann
Contact via 9850 8047
3.819
arrange appointment
Program Director
Greg Savage
Contact via greg.savage@mq.edu.au
arrange appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MClinNeuro or DClinNeuro
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit introduces students to cognitive neuropsychological theory and its application to the assessment and treatment of acquired and developmental disorders of cognition. They are familiarised with cognitive neuropsychological models that represent theories of normal cognitive processing. A diverse range of cognitive domains is covered including spoken language, reading, spelling, attention, memory and belief formation. The unit includes a number of lectures focused on clinical aspects of cognitive neuropsychology, and provides skills in the application of cognitive neuropsychological theories and methods to assessment and treatment in clinical practice.
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Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 3. The expert lectures about an area of cognitive neuropsychology will provide student with overview of impairments in different cognitive domains.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Due |
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| Assessment Task 1 | 30% | 06/10/14 |
| Assessment Task 2 | 10% | 11/11/2014 |
| Assessment Task 3 | 60% | Week 13/14 |
| Assessment Task 4 | 0% | Throughout Semester |
Assessment Task 1
Due: 06/10/14
Weighting: 30%
The students will receive a selection of journal articles of several different clinical case studies. Students can make a choice, and discuss one of those articles critically.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment Task 2
Due: 11/11/2014
Weighting: 10%
Based on Assignment 1, this oral presentation shall give students the opportunity to present the case study they discussed in great detail in written form, as a concise 5-10 minutes presentation in class. This practice is sought to prepare the graduate for case conferences that are common in clinical practice.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment Task 3
Due: Week 13/14
Weighting: 60%
In a 1:1 setting (student - lecturer), 18 questions will be posed to the student, that cover all lecture topics taught throughout the semester. This examination is sought be held as an in-depth conversation, in which the student can demonstrate her/his overall knowledge about 'Cognitive Neuropsychology'.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 3. The expert lectures about an area of cognitive neuropsychology will provide student with overview of impairments in different cognitive domains.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment Task 4
Due: Throughout Semester
Weighting: 0%
The graduate is expected to attend at least 80% of the weekly face-to-face lectures.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 3. The expert lectures about an area of cognitive neuropsychology will provide student with overview of impairments in different cognitive domains.
Delivery and Resources
Technologies used: This unit has an online presence on iLearn. Students are required to download lecture slides prior to each lecture. Students are required to have access to a computer with a fast broadband connection. Online access to MQ library.
Resources: Each week, experts will be delivering a presentation. Guest lecturers will provide lecture slides that will be available on iLearn one day prior to the lecture. Additionally, recommended readings will be provided as links to the online MQ library on iLearn. Echo will be used to audio and video record lectures for online use.
Unit Schedule
Lecture Programme 2014, Semester 2, Tuesdays, 9 - 11 am, Room W5C 310.
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Week |
Date |
Topic |
Lecturer |
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1 |
Aug 5 |
Introduction: What is cognitive neuropsychology? |
Britta Biedermann |
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2 |
Aug 12 |
Spoken language production and the aphasias |
Britta Biedermann |
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3 |
Aug19 |
Reading and the dyslexias I |
Anne Castles |
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4 |
Aug 26 |
Reading and the dyslexias II |
Anne Castles |
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5 |
Sep 2 |
Memory and the amnesias |
Greg Savage |
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6 |
Sep 9 |
Autism and theory of mind |
John Brock |
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7 |
Sep 16 |
Assessment Models of Acquired Cognitive Disorders |
Britta Biedermann |
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Sep 23 |
Break |
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Sep 30 |
Break [Assignment 1 due, October 6] |
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8 |
Oct 7 |
Attention and neglect |
Anina Rich |
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9 |
Oct 14 |
Face and object recognition and the agnosias |
Mark Williams |
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10 |
Oct 21 |
Cognitive neuropsychological approaches to rehabilitation I |
Lyndsey Nickels |
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11 |
Oct 28 |
Cognitive neuropsychological approaches to rehabilitation II |
Nora Fieder |
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12 |
Nov 4 |
Cognitive neuropsychiatry |
Vince Polito |
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13 |
Nov 11 |
Case study presentation (5min, 1 slide) |
Britta Biedermann |
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Nov 18 |
Oral Examination week |
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Graduate Capabilities
PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 3. The expert lectures about an area of cognitive neuropsychology will provide student with overview of impairments in different cognitive domains.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment tasks
- Assessment Task 1
- Assessment Task 2
- Assessment Task 3
- Assessment Task 4
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 3. The expert lectures about an area of cognitive neuropsychology will provide student with overview of impairments in different cognitive domains.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment tasks
- Assessment Task 1
- Assessment Task 2
- Assessment Task 3
- Assessment Task 4
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 3. The expert lectures about an area of cognitive neuropsychology will provide student with overview of impairments in different cognitive domains.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment tasks
- Assessment Task 1
- Assessment Task 2
- Assessment Task 3
- Assessment Task 4
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Learn about cognitive models of reading, vision, autism,neuropsychiatry, spoken language, written language, memory.
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 3. The expert lectures about an area of cognitive neuropsychology will provide student with overview of impairments in different cognitive domains.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment tasks
- Assessment Task 1
- Assessment Task 2
- Assessment Task 3
- Assessment Task 4
PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens
Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment tasks
- Assessment Task 2
- Assessment Task 4
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 2. Apply principles of psychological assessment in clinical practice ; flexible hypothesis testing approach, learn different steps of assessments in order to answer a referral question.
- 4. Practical guidance is provided for an assessment model of reading.
Assessment tasks
- Assessment Task 1
- Assessment Task 2
- Assessment Task 3
- Assessment Task 4