Mind, Cognition, and Neuroscience: A Philosophical IntroductionThis carefully designed, multi-authored textbook covers a broad range of theoretical issues in cognitive science, psychology, and neuroscience. With accessible language, a uniform structure, and many pedagogical features, Mind, Cognition, and Neuroscience: A Philosophical Introdution is the best high-level overview of this area for an interdisciplinary readership of students. Written specifically for this volume by experts in their fields who are also experienced teachers, the book’s thirty chapters are organized into the following parts: I. Background Knowledge Each chapter starts with relevant key words and definitions and a chapter overview, then presents historical coverage of the topic, explains and analyzes contemporary debates, and ends with a sketch of cutting edge research. A list of suggested readings and helpful discussion topics conclude each chapter. This uniform, student-friendly design makes it possible to teach a cohort of both philosophy and interdisciplinary students without assuming prior understanding of philosophical concepts, cognitive science, or neuroscience. Key Features:
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Contents
Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Cognition | |
BACKER | |
Introduction to Philosophy of Mind | |
Introduction to Philosophy of Science | |
Metaphysical Issues of Relevance to Cognitive Neuroscience | |
DAVID PEREPLYOTCHIK | |
KRZYSZTOF DOŁEGA AND TOBIAS SCHLICHT | |
Kinds of Consciousness | |
Philosophical Theories of Consciousness | |
Neurobiological Theories of Consciousness | |
The Unity of Consciousness | |
Attention | |
CAROLYN DICEY JENNINGS | |