The 50 Most Important Theories in Cognitive Psychology, Arranged by Table

The table is sorted Alphabetically. The Proponent(s), if any, refers to the person or persons most responsible for introducing a topic. Definitions have been slightly trimmed for brevity sake.

Source: Definitions from Cognitive Psychology, 6th edition, by R.J. Sternberg, K. Sternberg & J.Mio. Cengage Publishing.

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C

D

E

F

H

I

K

L

M

P

R

S

T

V

Y

Source: Definitions from Cognitive Psychology, 6th edition, by R.J. Sternberg, K. Sternberg & J.Mio. Cengage Publishing.