1. Understand neuropsychology and the different brain regions responsible for psychological attributes.
2. Understand cognitive psychology, its approach, and key issues.
3. Understand theoretical approaches and improve sensation and attention.
4. Understand the concept of memory from a biological and cognitive perspective.

The intricate dance between the human brain and behaviour has captivated scientists, philosophers, and thinkers for centuries. The field of neuropsychology endeavours to unravel the enigma, shedding light on the profound connection between the brain's intricate anatomy and our complex psychological attributes. At its core, neuropsychology is a multidisciplinary science that marries the principles of neuroscience with psychology, aiming to comprehend how brain structure and function shape our thoughts, emotions, and actions.

Cognitive psychology is a multifaceted field of study that delves into the intricate workings of the human mind. It seeks to understand the mental processes that underlie our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Unlike earlier psychological perspectives, which focused on observable behaviours, cognitive psychology explores the internal mechanisms that govern our perceptions, memories, problem-solving abilities, and decision-making processes.

In the complex pattern of human cognition, sensation and attention form the foundational threads that weave our perception of the world. These fundamental cognitive processes are the gatekeepers of our experiences, shaping how we interact with and interpret our surroundings. Understanding and improving sensation and attention are pivotal endeavours, with implications spanning from clinical psychology to educational practices and from user experience design to neuroscientific research. In this exploration, we embark on a journey into the theoretical frameworks that underpin the enhancement of these essential cognitive functions.

Memory is a remarkable and multifaceted cognitive function that lies at the heart of human experience. It enables us to store and retrieve information, shaping our perception of the world and influencing our behaviour. This intricate process, rooted in both biology and cognition, involves a complex interplay of neural networks, biochemical processes, and cognitive functions. Understanding memory from both biological and cognitive perspectives is essential for unravelling its mysteries and harnessing its potential.

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The program is entirely conducted online, featuring self-paced lectures crafted to allow learners to immediately grasp knowledge as they progress through the learning process.

These lectures are meticulously aligned with Bloom's taxonomy, with the aim of seamlessly converting theory into practical knowledge while fostering critical thinking and the application of knowledge to real-world scenarios.

1. Tell me:

What do I need to know? Bite-sized content that introduces theories and concepts. These sections are used to introduce key constructs, theories, and ideas with brief but pertinent explanations that learners can relate to and written in an appealing style that they can relate to. Where applicable differing theories should be included so that learners can compare and contrast theories/models and evaluate them in the context of the skills they exhibit/need to develop.

2. Show me:

Can I have an example? The use of practical/illustrative examples to underpin the concepts and theories presented. These are designed to show learners how the ideas presented are related to the real world and real-world examples. This could be in the form of visuals, case studies, or anecdotes. The key point is that whatever is used must kindle some form of emotion and realism. They must also be current and valid and appeal to an international audience.

3. Involve me:

How is this relevant to me? Application of the theories and concepts presented. These are designed to allow the learner to synthesize knowledge by getting them to do something that is relevant to them and that is directly applicable to their working role/environment. Some examples include reflective exercises, presenting them with a work-based scenario, and asking open-ended questions (e.g., how they go about performing a particular task, asking them how they would respond to a certain situation, case study analysis). This gives them the opportunity to challenge ideas.

4. Show me more:

Where can I find out more? Additional directed learning, so learners can find out more about the subject/subject areas.

5. Test me:

What have I learnt? Self-assessment to check learning and understanding. This is used for students to check their understanding of each section. This could be in the form of word searches, games, missing words, quizzes, etc. Refer to the sample model for guidance.

6. Remind me:

What have we covered? Summary of all the key points and issues raised. This is the last thing that they will see, so it needs to be structured in a way that aids retention.

7. Feedback:

How can I measure my learning? Feedback relating to appropriate learning opportunities to reinforce and consolidate learning.

After completing the self-paced learning process, students can register to take the graduation exam. The graduation exam is conducted online in a timed multiple-choice format. Students have 60 minutes to complete 30 questions. All questions are based on the content studied, and students are allowed to refer to materials during the online exam.