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Comparative cognition and cognitive ecology in the classroom
Steven J Lamontagne1, Valerie A Kuhlmeier1, Mary C Olmstead
1Department of Psychology, Queen's University.
Summary
This review explores animal cognition, linking experimental psychology and evolutionary biology. It examines current university courses and advocates for integrating animal cognition into curricula with diverse teaching methods.
Area of Science:
- Interdisciplinary field integrating experimental psychology, evolutionary biology, neuroscience, computing science, and ecology.
Background:
- Comparative cognition and cognitive ecology bridge ethology and behaviorism.
- The interdisciplinary nature presents both strengths and challenges for the field.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a historical overview of comparative cognition and cognitive ecology.
- To survey contemporary undergraduate animal cognition courses in North America and the UK.
- To advocate for the inclusion and enhancement of animal cognition in academic curricula.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of comparative cognition and cognitive ecology.
- Analysis of undergraduate course offerings in Canada, the USA, and the UK.
- Examination of pedagogical approaches for teaching animal cognition.
Main Results:
- Identified diverse course names and host departments for animal cognition studies.
- Highlighted the importance of animal cognition as a subject in higher education.
- Presented effective teaching strategies for various course formats.
Conclusions:
- Animal cognition is a vital, interdisciplinary field with established pedagogical approaches.
- Integrating animal cognition into curricula is crucial for student development.
- Diverse teaching methods, from lectures to experiential learning, are effective.
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