Learning and Memory: An Integrated Approach

From one of the leading researchers in the field of human memory comes the new edition of a truly integrative perspective on learning and memory! Rather than forge a simple synthesis, Anderson integrates learning research on animals and memory research on humans without distorting the character of either one. The result is a more complete picture of learning, including material on skill acquisition, inductive learning, and applications to education.

Reviews the history of learning and memory research. Describes ideas and paradigms that have dominated the field and why they became prominent. Surveys the current state of these two areas, identifying exciting opportunities for synthesis of ideas. Integrates learning research on animals and memory research on humans. Includes a unique chapter on the neural basis of learning.