Cognitive Science in Education

Department of Human Development

Program Description

In the Cognitive Science in Education Program, students examine the cognitive mechanisms that underlie learning and thinking in school and non-school settings. The program trains students in basic theories of human cognition, the practice and interpretation of empirical cognitive and developmental research, as well as how to use research to improve educational practices and develop innovative methods built around new technologies. Studies in cognitive, developmental and educational psychology, and computer science provide students with a valuable perspective on cognition and learning.

The curriculum and degree program requirements are designed to prepare graduates for careers in several possible settings. For the master's degree programs, these settings include

school systems seeking instructional technology coordinators and teachers who are knowledgeable about cognitive and developmental theories and research.
publishers and software companies looking for people with knowledge of cognition and development, and experience in instructional design.
research organizations seeking people to conduct basic research and work on instructional applications of computers and related technologies.

For the doctoral programs, work settings after graduation might include research organizations or universities seeking faculty in cognitive psychology, educational psychology, educational technology, reading, and learning analytics.

Students in the Cognitive Science in Education Program begin by taking a set of core background courses, then pursue one of three areas of focus: Foundations of Cognition and Learning, Applications, and Intelligent Technologies.

Degrees

Group by Degree Type

Master of Arts
- Cognitive Science in Education
  Master of Arts
  
  Points/Credits: 32
  
  Entry Terms: Summer, Fall
  
  Degree Requirements
  Degree Requirements
  
  Program Requirements Master of Arts: 32 points total
  
  Core Courses (9 points):
  
  Three courses selected from the following:
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4029 Human cognition and learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4080 Educational psychology (3)
  
  HUDK 5023 Cognitive development (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5125 Cross-Cultural psychology (3)
  
  HUD 4120 Methods of Empirical Research (3)
  
  Statistics/Research Design (3 points):
  
  At least one of the following:
  
  HUDM 4120 Basic concepts in statistics (3)
  
  HUDM 4122 Probability and statistical inference (3)
  
  HUDM 5122 Applied regression analysis (3)
  
  HUDM 5123 Linear models and experimental design (3)
  
  Research Practicum (3 points):
  
  HUDK 5324 Research work practicum (3) by permission,
  
  HUD 6500 Proseminar in Human Development (1), and HUDK 5324 Research work practicum (2) by permission
  
  Or, by permission, HUDK 6539 Research practicum in educational psychology, cognition, and learning (3),
  
  (The Integrative Project is done in conjunction with these courses)
  
  Specialized Courses (8-11 points):
  
  Selected in consultation with an advisor and focusing on one of the following three areas of study:
  
  Foundations of Cognition and Learning
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4027 Development of mathematical thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4050 Core methods in educational data mining (3)
  
  HUDK 4051 Learning analytics: process and theory (3)
  
  HUDK 4052 Data, Learning, and Society (3)
  
  HUDK 4054 Managing education data (3)
  
  HUDK 5020 Development of creativity (3)
  
  HUDK 5024 Language development (2-3)
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 5029 Personality development and socialization across the lifespan (3)
  
  HUDK 5030 Visual explanations (3)
  
  HUDM 5058 Choice and decision making (3)
  
  HBSK 5096 Psychology of memory (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5053 Feature engineering studio (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5120 Development of creativity: the case study method (3)
  
  HUDK 5125 Cross-cultural psychology (3)
  
  Applications
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4027 Development of mathematical thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4031 Data, testing, and meritocracy (3)
  
  HUDK 4035 Technology and human development (3)
  
  HUDK 5024 Language development (3)
  
  HUDK 5035 Psychology of media (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5090 Psychology of language and reading (3)
  
  HUDK 5100 Supervised research and practice (1-6)
  
  HBSK 4074 Development of reading comprehension strategies and study skills (3)
  
  EDPS 4021 Sociology of education (3)
  
  HBSK 4074 Reading comprehension strategies and study skills (3)
  
  ORL 5522 Evaluation methods I (3)
  
  Intelligent Technologies:
  
  HUDK 4011 Networked and online learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4021 Developmental psychology – infancy (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4022 Developmental psychology – childhood (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4023 Developmental psychology – adolescence (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4025 Cognition of handheld devices (3)
  
  HUDK 4029 Cognition and learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4035 Technology and human development (3)
  
  HUDK 4040 Social media and users (3 )
  
  HUDK 4050 Core methods in educational data mining (3)
  
  HUDK 4051 Learning analytics: Process and theory (3)
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 5030 Visual explanations (3)
  
  HUDK 5035 Psychology of media (3)
  
  HUDK 5036 Psychology of children’s television (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5120 Development of creativity: the case study method (3)
  
  HUDK 5197 Psychology of eLearning in business and industry (3)
  
  HUDK 5037 Psychology of children’s television (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  MSTU 4039 Video games in education (3)
  
  MSTU 5000 Possibility of virtual worlds (3)
  
  ORLD 4015 How adults learn (3)
  
  ORLJ 4005 Organizational psychology (3)
  
  Non-departmental Courses (minimum of 6 points):
  
  At least 2 Teachers College courses outside the Department selected in consultation with an advisor.
  
  Integrative Project: One of the following
  
  1. Research Literature Review
  2. Design (and perhaps Implementation) Project Paper
  3. Empirical Research Design Paper
  
  Program of Study
  
  At least 20 points must be earned in Teachers College courses. The remaining coursework, through Teachers College registration, may be completed in Teachers College or other graduate divisions of Columbia University, but no more than 12 points of graduate credit from other faculties of the University will be credited toward the minimum point requirement. Graduate level courses in the University are numbered from 4000 and above. For the MA degree, no transfer credit is granted for work completed at other universities.
  
  Satisfactory Progress
  
  Students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward the completion of degree requirements. If satisfactory progress is not maintained, a student may be dismissed from the program. Program faculty annually review each student’s progress. Where there are concerns about satisfactory progress, students will be informed by the program faculty. If a student is performing below expectations, remedial work within an appropriate timeline may be required. If satisfactory progress is not maintained, a student may be dismissed from the program.
Master of Education
- Educational Psychology: Cognitive, Behavioral, and Developmental Analysis
  Master of Education
  
  Points/Credits: 60
  
  Entry Terms: Summer, Fall
  
  Degree Requirements
  Degree Requirements
  
  Core Courses (9 points):
  
  Three courses selected from the following:
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4029 Human cognition and learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4080 Educational psychology (3)
  
  HUDK 5023 Cognitive development (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5125 Cross-Cultural psychology (3)
  
  Statistics/Research Design (12 points):
  
  HUDM 4120 Basic concepts in statistics (3)
  
  HUDM 4122 Probability and statistical inference (3)
  
  HUDM 5122 Applied regression analysis (3)
  
  HUDM 5123 Linear models and experimental design (3)
  
  Research Practicum (6 points):
  
  HUDK 5324 Research work practicum (3) by permission,
  
  HUD 6500 Proseminar in Human Development (1), and
  
  HUDK 5324 Research work practicum (2) by permission
  
  (The Integrative Project is done in conjunction with these courses)
  
  Specialized Courses (24-27 points):
  
  Selected in consultation with an advisor and focusing on one of the following areas of focus:
  
  Foundations of Cognition and Learning
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4027 Development of mathematical thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4050 Core methods in educational data mining (3)
  
  HUDK 4051 Learning analytics: process and theory (3)
  
  HUDK 4052 Data, Learning, and Society (3)
  
  HUDK 4054 Managing education data (3)
  
  HUDK 5020 Development of creativity (3)
  
  HUDK 5024 Language development (2-3)
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 5029 Personality development and socialization across the lifespan (3)
  
  HUDK 5030 Visual explanations (3)
  
  HUDM 5058 Choice and decision making (3)
  
  HBSK 5096 Psychology of memory (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5053 Feature engineering studio (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5120 Development of creativity: the case study method (3)
  
  HUDK 5125 Cross-cultural psychology (3)
  
  Applications
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4027 Development of mathematical thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4035 Technology and human development (3)
  
  HUDK 5024 Language development (3)
  
  HUDK 5035 Psychology of media (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5090 Psychology of language and reading (3)
  
  HUDK 5100 Supervised research and practice (1-6)
  
  HBSK 4074 Development of reading comprehension strategies and study skills (3)
  
  EDPS 4021 Sociology of education (3)
  
  HBSK 4074 Reading comprehension strategies and study skills (3)
  
  ORL 5522 Evaluation methods I (3)
  
  Intelligent Technologies:
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4021 Developmental psychology – infancy (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4022 Developmental psychology – childhood (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4023 Developmental psychology – adolescence (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4025 Cognition of handheld devices (3)
  
  HUDK 4029 Cognition and learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4035 Technology and human development (3)
  
  HUDK 4040 Social media and users (3 )
  
  HUDK 4050 Core methods in educational data mining (3)
  
  HUDK 4051 Learning analytics: Process and theory (3)
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 5030 Visual explanations (3)
  
  HUDK 5035 Psychology of media (3)
  
  HUDK 5036 Psychology of children’s television (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5120 Development of creativity: the case study method (3)
  
  HUDK 5197 Psychology of eLearning in business and industry (3)
  
  HUDK 5037 Psychology of children’s television (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  MSTU 4039 Video games in education (3)
  
  MSTU 5000 Possibility of virtual worlds (3)
  
  ORLD 4015 How adults learn (3)
  
  ORLJ 4005 Organizational psychology (3)
  
  Non-departmental Courses (minimum of 6 points):
  
  At least 2 Teachers College courses outside the Department selected in consultation with an advisor.
  
  Integrative Project:
  
  One of the following
  
  Empirical Research Paper
  
  Design (and perhaps Implementation) Project Paper
  
  Research Literature Review Paper
  
  Program of Study
  
  Thirty points must be completed under the auspices of Teachers College, including 18 points in Teachers College courses. A maximum of 30 points of graduate credit may be transferred from other accredited institutions. Candidates who have completed an M.A. or M.S. degree through Teachers College must register for a minimum of 45 points of the required 60 through Teachers College.
  
  Satisfactory Progress
  
  Students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward the completion of degree requirements. If satisfactory progress is not maintained, a student may be dismissed from the program. Program faculty annually review each student’s progress. Where there are concerns about satisfactory progress, students will be informed by the program faculty. If a student is performing below expectations, remedial work within an appropriate timeline may be required. If satisfactory progress is not maintained, a student may be dismissed from the program.
Doctor of Education
- Cognitive Science in Education
  Doctor of Education
  
  Points/Credits: 90
  
  Entry Terms: Fall
  
  Degree Requirements
  Degree Requirements
  
  Required Courses (9 points):
  
  HUDK 4029 Human cognition and learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4080 Educational psychology (3)
  
  HUDK 5023 Cognitive development (3)
  
  Statistics (12 points):
  
  Optional: HUDM 4120: Basic concepts in statistics (3) This course is not recommended for those who have taken undergraduate statistics.
  
  Required:
  
  HUDM 4122 Probability and statistical inference (3)
  
  HUDM 5122 Applied regression analysis (3)
  
  HUDM 5123 Linear models and experimental design (3)
  
  HUDM 6122 Multivariate analysis (3)
  
  Specialized Courses (minimum of 30 points):
  
  Selected in consultation with an advisor and focusing on one of the following areas:
  
  Foundations of Cognition and Learning
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4027 Development of mathematical thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4050 Core methods in educational data mining (3)
  
  HUDK 4051 Learning analytics: process and theory (3)
  
  HUDK 4052 Data, Learning, and Society (3)
  
  HUDK 4054 Managing education data (3)
  
  HUDK 5020 Development of creativity (3)
  
  HUDK 5024 Language development (2-3)
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 5029 Personality development and socialization across the lifespan (3)
  
  HUDK 5030 Visual explanations (3)
  
  HUDM 5058 Choice and decision making (3)
  
  HBSK 5096 Psychology of memory (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5053 Feature engineering studio (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5120 Development of creativity: the case study method (3)
  
  HUDK 5125 Cross-cultural psychology (3)
  
  Applications
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4027 Development of mathematical thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4035 Technology and human development (3)
  
  HUDK 5024 Language development (3)
  
  HUDK 5035 Psychology of media (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5090 Psychology of language and reading (3)
  
  HUDK 5100 Supervised research and practice (1-6)
  
  HBSK 4074 Development of reading comprehension strategies and study skills (3)
  
  EDPS 4021 Sociology of education (3)
  
  HBSK 4074 Reading comprehension strategies and study skills (3)
  
  ORL 5522 Evaluation methods I (3)
  
  Intelligent Technologies:
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4021 Developmental psychology – infancy (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4022 Developmental psychology – childhood (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4023 Developmental psychology – adolescence (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4025 Cognition of handheld devices (3)
  
  HUDK 4029 Cognition and learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4035 Technology and human development (3)
  
  HUDK 4040 Social media and users (3 )
  
  HUDK 4050 Core methods in educational data mining (3)
  
  HUDK 4051 Learning analytics: Process and theory (3)
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 5030 Visual explanations (3)
  
  HUDK 5035 Psychology of media (3)
  
  HUDK 5036 Psychology of children’s television (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5120 Development of creativity: the case study method (3)
  
  HUDK 5197 Psychology of eLearning in business and industry (3)
  
  HUDK 5037 Psychology of children’s television (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  MSTU 4039 Video games in education (3)
  
  MSTU 5000 Possibility of virtual worlds (3)
  
  ORLD 4015 How adults learn (3)
  
  ORLJ 4005 Organizational psychology (3)
  
  Research Apprenticeship (9 points):
  
  Three or more semesters in a research practicum:
  
  HUDK 6539 Research practicum in educational psychology, cognition, and learning (1-3), taken over multiple semesters for a total of 9 points. The first 3 point Research Practicum has to be taken in the Spring term of the first year. The student needs to submit a report of participation in a research study by the end of that Spring term.
  
  Flexible Course (3 points)
  
  In consultation with a faculty advisor the student can choose to take either another 3 points of Research Practicum (HUDK 6539) or another 3 points of Specialized Course.
  
  Special Seminars (minimum of 5 points):
  
  HUD 6500 Doctoral Proseminar (3 points), taken during the Fall term of the first year
  
  HUDK 7502 Dissertation seminar (1-3), taken two semesters for minimum of 1 pt each
  
  HUDK 8901 Dissertation Advisement (0), taken after registration inf HUDK 7502 or the approval of the dissertation proposal whichever comes first.
  
  Breadth/Foundation Courses (12 Points):
  
  One course (minimum of 3 points) in each of the 4 following areas:
  
  1. Biological Basis of Behavior:
  
  BBS 5068-5069 Brain and behavior I and II (combined for 3 points)
  
  BBSN 4000 Cognitive neuroscience
  
  BBSN 5033 Human clinical neuropsychology
  
  MSTC 5000 Neurocognitive models of information processing
  
  2. Cognitive Basis of Behavior:
  
  HBSK 5096 Psychology of memory
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking
  
  HUDK 5090 Psychology of language and reading
  
  3. Social Cultural Factors and Individual Differences:
  
  CCPX 5034 Child psychopathology
  
  HBSK 5031 Family as a context for child development
  
  HUDK 5029 Personality development and socialization across the lifespan
  
  HUDK 5040 Development and psychopathology: Atypical contexts and populations
  
  HUDK 5121 Personality development and socialization in childhood
  
  HUDK 5125 Cross-cultural psychology
  
  ORLJ 5017 Small group intervention: Theory and method
  
  ORLJ 5540 Pro-seminar in social and organizational psychology
  
  4. Measurement:
  
  HUDM 5059 Psychological measurement
  
  Please note: Courses used to fill Breadth/Foundation course requirements may not be used to fulfill requirements in another area.
  
  Non-departmental Courses (minimum of 8 points):
  
  At least three courses outside the department selected in consultation with an advisor.
  
  Additional Requirements:
  
  Two approved papers: an empirical study and an integrative research literature survey
  
  Successful performance on the Certification Examination
  
  Approved dissertation
  
  Transfer Credit:
  
  Relevant courses with earned grades of B or higher taken in other accredited graduate schools to a maximum of 45 points. For more information, please contact the Transfer Credit Coordinator in the Registrar's Office.
  
  Satisfactory Progress:
  
  Students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward the completion of degree requirements. If satisfactory progress is not maintained, a student may be dismissed from the program. Where there are concerns about satisfactory progress, students will be informed by the program faculty.
Doctor of Philosophy
- Cognitive Science in Education
  Doctor of Philosophy
  
  Points/Credits: 75
  
  Entry Terms: Fall
  
  Degree Requirements
  Degree Requirements
  
  Doctor of Philosophy-75 points
  
  Required Courses (9 points):
  
  HUDK 4029 Human cognition and learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4080 Educational psychology (3)
  
  HUDK 5023 Cognitive development (3)
  
  Statistics (12 points):
  
  Optional: HUDM 4120 Basic concepts in statistics (3) This course is not recommended for those who have taken undergraduate statistics.
  
  Required:
  
  HUDM 4122 Probability and statistical inference (3)
  
  HUDM 5122 Applied regression analysis (3)
  
  HUDM 5123 Linear models and experimental design (3)
  
  HUDM 6122 Multivariate analysis (3)
  
  Specialized Courses (minimum of 15 points): Selected in consultation with an advisor and focusing on one of the following areas of focus:
  
  Foundations of Cognition and Learning
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4027 Development of mathematical thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4050 Core methods in educational data mining (3)
  
  HUDK 4051 Learning analytics: process and theory (3)
  
  HUDK 4052 Data, Learning, and Society (3)
  
  HUDK 4054 Managing education data (3)
  
  HUDK 5020 Development of creativity (3)
  
  HUDK 5024 Language development (2-3)
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 5029 Personality development and socialization across the lifespan (3)
  
  HUDK 5030 Visual explanations (3)
  
  HUDM 5058 Choice and decision making (3)
  
  HBSK 5096 Psychology of memory (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5053 Feature engineering studio (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5120 Development of creativity: the case study method (3)
  
  HUDK 5125 Cross-cultural psychology (3)
  
  Applications
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4027 Development of mathematical thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4031 Data, testing, and meritocracy (3)
  
  HUDK 4035 Technology and human development (3)
  
  HUDK 5024 Language development (3)
  
  HUDK 5035 Psychology of media (3)
  
  HUDK 5042 Motivation in education (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5090 Psychology of language and reading (3)
  
  HUDK 5100 Supervised research and practice (1-6)
  
  HBSK 4074 Development of reading comprehension strategies and study skills (3)
  
  EDPS 4021 Sociology of education (3)
  
  HBSK 4074 Reading comprehension strategies and study skills (3)
  
  ORL 5522 Evaluation methods I (3)
  
  Intelligent Technologies:
  
  HUDK 4011 Networked and online learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 4021 Developmental psychology – infancy (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4022 Developmental psychology – childhood (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4023 Developmental psychology – adolescence (2-3)
  
  HUDK 4025 Cognition of handheld devices (3)
  
  HUDK 4029 Cognition and learning (3)
  
  HUDK 4035 Technology and human development (3)
  
  HUDK 4040 Social media and users (3 )
  
  HUDK 4050 Core methods in educational data mining (3)
  
  HUDK 4051 Learning analytics: Process and theory (3)
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking (3)
  
  HUDK 5030 Visual explanations (3)
  
  HUDK 5035 Psychology of media (3)
  
  HUDK 5036 Psychology of children’s television (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  HUDK 5120 Development of creativity: the case study method (3)
  
  HUDK 5197 Psychology of eLearning in business and industry (3)
  
  HUDK 5037 Psychology of children’s television (3)
  
  HUDK 5063 Cognitive development beyond childhood (3)
  
  MSTU 4039 Video games in education (3)
  
  MSTU 5000 Possibility of virtual worlds (3)
  
  ORLD 4015 How adults learn (3)
  
  ORLJ 4005 Organizational psychology (3)
  
  Research Apprenticeship (9 points):
  
  Three or more semesters in a research practicum:
  
  HUDK 6539 Research practicum in educational psychology, cognition, and learning (1-3), taken over multiple semesters for a total of 9 points. The first 3 point Research Practicum has to be taken in the spring term of the first year. The student needs to submit a report of participation in a research study by the end of that Spring term.
  
  Flexible Course (3 points)
  
  In consultation with a faculty advisor the student can choose to take either another 3 points of Research Practicum (HUDK 6539) or another 3 points of Specialized Course.
  
  Special Seminars (minimum of 5 points):
  
  HUD 6500 Doctoral Proseminar (3 points), taken during the Fall term of the first year
  
  HUDK 7502 Dissertation seminar (1-3), taken two semesters for minimum of 1 pt each
  
  HUDK 8901 Dissertation Advisement (0), taken after registration in HUDK 7502 or approval of the dissertation proposal whichever comes first and until registration for TI 8900
  
  TI 8900 PhD Dissertation defense
  
  Breadth/Foundation Courses (12 Points):
  
  One course (minimum of 3 points) in each of the 4 following areas:
  
  1. Biological Basis of Behavior:
  
  BBS 5068-5069 Brain and behavior I and II (combined for 3 points)
  
  BBSN 4000 Cognitive neuroscience
  
  BBSN 5033 Human clinical neuropsychology
  
  MSTC 5000 Neurocognitive models of information processing
  
  2. Cognitive Basis of Behavior:
  
  HBSK 5096 Psychology of memory
  
  HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking
  
  HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking
  
  HUDK 5090 Psychology of language and reading
  
  3. Social Cultural Factors and Individual Differences:
  
  CCPX 5034 Child psychopathology
  
  HBSK 5031 Family as a context for child development
  
  HUDK 5029 Personality development and socialization across the lifespan
  
  HUDK 5040 Development and psychopathology: atypical contexts and populations
  
  HUDK 5121 Personality development and socialization in childhood
  
  HUDK 5125 Cross-cultural psychology
  
  ORLJ 5017 Small group intervention: theory and method
  
  ORLJ 5540 Pro-seminar in social and organizational psychology
  
  4. Measurement:
  
  HUDM 5059 Psychological measurement (3)
  
  *Please note: Courses used to fill Breadth/Foundation course requirements may not be used to fulfill requirements in another area.
  
  Non-Departmental Courses (minimum of 8 points):
  
  At least three courses outside the Department and selected in consultation with an advisor.
  
  Additional Requirements:
  
  Two approved papers: an empirical study and an integrative research literature survey
  
  Successful performance on the Certification Examination
  
  Approved dissertation
  
  M.Phil. Degree:
  
  The M. Phil is an en passant degree awarded to those nearing the completion of the Ph.D. degree. The student contacts the Office of Doctoral Studies to file for the award of the degree.
  
  To receive the M. Phil., the student must satisfactorily complete the following requirements:
  
  File an approved "Program Plan of Study" with the Office of Doctoral Studies
  
  Complete at least six courses with evaluative grades under Teachers College registration
  
  Pass the Certification Examination
  
  Complete an approved empirical research paper
  
  Complete an approved theoretical research paper
  
  Complete all 75 points of coursework required for the degree.
  
  Please note: Students must submit a copy of their "Program Plan of Study" and both research papers to the Department of Human Development for record keeping purposes.
  
  Transfer Credit:
  
  Relevant graduate courses with earned grades of B or higher taken in other accredited graduate schools to a maximum of 30 points, or 45 points if completed in another Faculty of Columbia University, may be accepted toward the minimum point requirement for the Ph.D. degree. For more information, please contact the Transfer Credit Coordinator in the Registrar's Office.
  
  Satisfactory Progress:
  
  Students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward the completion of degree requirements. If satisfactory progress is not maintained, a student may be dismissed from the program. Where there are concerns about satisfactory progress, students will be informed by the program faculty.

Faculty

Faculty
- James E Corter Professor of Statistics and Education
- Karen Froud Associate Professor of Neuroscience and Education
- Peter Gordon Associate Professor of Neuroscience and Education
- Xiaodong D Lin Cleveland E. Dodge Professorship in Cognitive Studies
- Gary J Natriello Ruth L. Gottesman Professor in Educational Research
- Robert Stuart Siegler Jacob H. Schiff Foundations Professor of Psychology and Education
- Renzhe Yu Assistant Professor, Learning Analytics / Educational Data Mining
Emeriti
- John B Black Cleveland E. Dodge Professor Emeritus of Telecommunications & Ed.
- Deanna Kuhn Research Professor Emerita of Psychology and Education
- Barbara Tversky Professor Emerita of Psychology and Education
Lecturers
- Jie Gao Lecturer in Human Development

Courses

HUDK 4011 - Networked and Online Learning

The course explores the social dimensions of online learning. The course begins by reviewing the uniquely social dimensions of learning in general and then turns to an examination of the transition to the information age that has made online or networked learning possible. The course next covers how traditional social forms such as classrooms, schools, professions, and libraries have been represented in online learning venues followed by consideration of new and emerging social forms such as digital publishing, social networks and social media, adaptive learning technologies, and immersive and interactive environments. The course concludes by examining macro-level factors that shape the opportunities for online learning.
HUDK 4015 - Psychology of thinking

Examines cognitive psychology theories and research about various kinds of thinking, what each kind is best suited for, and problems people have with it. Also examines the best ways of learning from each kind of thinking. Critically examines the various thinking skills curricula that have been proposed.
HUDK 4027 - How Children Learn Math

The development of informal and formal mathematical thinking from infancy through childhood with implications for education.
HUDK 4029 - Human cognition and learning

Cognitive and information-processing approaches to attention, learning, language, memory, and reasoning.
HUDK 4035 - Technology and human development

Examines the use and design of various educational technologies (computer software, multimedia shareware, TV, World Wide Web sites, etc.) from the perspective of basic research and theory in human cognitive and social development. Provides a framework for reasoning about the most developmentally appropriate uses of technology for people at different ages.
HUDK 4080 - Educational psychology

Examines landmark issues in educational psychology, highlighting philosophical underpinnings and empirical evidence, tracing each issue from its roots to contemporary debates and evaluating current educational practice.
HUDK 4902 - Research and independent study

Permission required.
HUDK 5020 - The development of creativity

Major theories and contemporary research in creative work, emphasizing case studies of exceptional and historically influential individuals.
HUDK 5023 - Cognitive development

Theory and research on the development of cognitive processes across the lifespan.
HUDK 5025 - Spatial thinking

Analyzes research on how people learn, mentally represent, mentally transform, describe, and act on the spaces they encounter. Mental models of and transformations of space underlie the way people think about abstract domains, so thought about space has implications for thought in general. Implications for education and HCI are considered.
HUDK 5030 - Visual explanations

Surveys production and comprehension of visualizations ranging from ancient cave paintings and petroglyphs to diagrams, charts, graphs, comics, picture books, photographs, gesture, and film to extract and apply techniques for conveying objects, actions, forces relations, and emotions, meanings that are both inherently visible and non-visible. Implications for education, art, media, and HCI are drawn.
HUDK 5035 - Psychology of media

Covers psychological theories and research that relate to various media and what people learn directly and indirectly from them.
HUDK 5063 - Cognitive development beyond childhood

Examination of all aspects of cognitive functioning over the major portion of the life cycle that occurs beyond childhood, addressing both common patterns and individual and cultural variations. A particular focus will be critical examination of the research methods by which such knowledge is gained.
HUDK 5090 - Psychology of language and reading

Basic theories, empirical findings, and educational applications in the psychology of language and reading: the cognitive processes involved in the perception and production of oral and written language.
HUDK 5197 - The Psychology of E-learning in Business and Industry

This course will focus on the design of online learning experiences in workplace environments, from a perspective that looks to put academic research into practice. Real-world cases, including numerous demonstrations of real-life courses and systems, will be used to explore uses of online learning in the workplace for both training and “just-in-time” performance support purposes. This course will cover a variety of online learning methods, including simulations, games, mobile learning, social learning, uses of artificial intelligence, and learning in virtual reality environments. The methods and case studies will be examined with an eye toward relevant research in the areas of education, software usability, and cognitive psychology. Potential career paths for someone interested in the field of workplace e-learning will also be discussed. This course does not have a pre-requisite.
HUDK 5324 - Research Practicum

Students learn research skills by participating actively in an ongoing faculty research project.
HUDK 6523 - Seminar in cognitive development

Permission required. Advanced topics in research and theory in cognitive development.
HUDK 6539 - Research practicum in educational psychology, cognition, and learning

Permission required. Limited to doctoral candidates in psychology.
HUDK 6902 - Advanced research and independent study

Permission required.
HUDK 7502 - Dissertation seminar

Permission required. Development of doctoral dissertation and presentation of plans for approval. Registration limited to two terms.
HUDK 8901 - Dissertation Advisement - Human Cognition/Learning

Individual advisement on doctoral dissertation. Fee to equal 3 points at current tuition rate for each term. See catalog section on Continuous Registration for Ed.D./Ph.D. degrees.

Cognitive Science in Education | Human Development