Types of Cognitive Processes

• Attention - is a cognitive process that allows people to focus on a specific stimulus in the environment
• Language - language development are cognitive processes that involve the ability to understand and express thoughts through spoken and written words. This allows us to communicate with others and plays an important role in thought.
• Learning - requires cognitive processes involved in taking in new things, synthesizing information, and integrating it with prior knowledge.
• Memory - is an important cognitive process that allows people to encode, store, and retrieve information. It is a critical component in the learning process and allows people to retain knowledge about the world and their personal histories.
• Perception - is a cognitive process that allows people to take in information through their senses, then utilize this information to respond and interact with the world.
• Thought - is an essential part of every cognitive process. It allows people to engage in decision making, problem-solving, and higher reasoning.
• Types of Cognitive Process

  • Attention
  • Language
  • Learning
  • Memory
  • Perception
  • Thought
• Language Acquisition: Cognitive psychology investigates the process of acquiring language skills, from early babbling to mastering complex language structures.