Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
416
Language
English
Published
Feb 1, 1994
Publisher
National Academies Press
ISBN-10
0309049938
ISBN-13
9780309049931
Description
Exploring the intersection of psychology and human performance, this work delves into the mechanisms of learning and memory enhancement. It analyzes intriguing concepts such as sleep learning and hypnosis, questioning their practicality and efficacy in boosting performance levels. The authors bring forth rigorous research findings, addressing both potential benefits and underlying misconceptions surrounding these techniques.
The text also investigates the cognitive processes that contribute to our abilities to learn and retain new information, shedding light on how beliefs and mental attitudes influence performance outcomes. The collaborative effort by experts in behavioral and social sciences offers a comprehensive look at human cognitive capabilities and the factors that impact them.
By integrating theoretical perspectives with empirical data, the book aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how various techniques can be leveraged to enhance performance. The discussion encourages critical thinking, inviting readers to reassess common assumptions about learning and memory in everyday contexts.
The text also investigates the cognitive processes that contribute to our abilities to learn and retain new information, shedding light on how beliefs and mental attitudes influence performance outcomes. The collaborative effort by experts in behavioral and social sciences offers a comprehensive look at human cognitive capabilities and the factors that impact them.
By integrating theoretical perspectives with empirical data, the book aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how various techniques can be leveraged to enhance performance. The discussion encourages critical thinking, inviting readers to reassess common assumptions about learning and memory in everyday contexts.
Genres
Children’s
Science & Technology