Provides an introduction to both the history and literature of the role of memory in cognitive psychology. Discussions of aspects of cognitive learning theory are followed by short annotated bibliographies. A list of journals in the field is also provided. (CS)

Discusses a conditioning exercise used in an undergraduate psychology classroom. Students are to shape their professor's behavior by using operant conditioning procedures. Reports favorable student reaction to assignment. Notes that class size influences success and relates anecdotes in order to illustrate obstacles to the completion of the…

Describes a strategy for sustaining student attention and systematic information processing in a college-level psychology class. Outlines how absurdities are embedded in daily instruction for students to detect. Maintains that student interest and discussion levels were increased by this approach. (CFR)

Maintains that considerable evidence suggests that educators can successfully use knowledge of cognitive development to guide college instruction. Discusses thinking processes as either primarily incidental or deliberate. Contends that separate thinking based on these principles leads to improved critical thinking skills. (CFR)