AP Psychology Unit 2 PowerPoint Bundle | Cognition

Designed for AP Psychology teachers seeking rigorous, classroom-ready instruction aligned to the AP Psychology Course and Exam Description (CED).

AP Psychology Unit 2 PowerPoint Bundle

Cognition

This comprehensive PowerPoint presentation covers all major concepts and learning objectives from Unit 2 of the AP Psychology Course and Exam Description (CED). The resource is designed to support daily instruction, student engagement, and AP exam preparation.

Includes

• Comprehensive Unit 2 PowerPoint presentation

• Sensation and perception concepts

• Attention and consciousness

• Memory systems and processes

• Thinking and problem-solving

• Language development and use

• AP Psychology vocabulary support

• Visual explanations and examples

• Classroom-ready lecture format

• Review and reinforcement opportunities

Topics Covered

2.1 Introduction to Cognition

2.2 Sensation

2.3 Perception

2.4 Consciousness and Attention

2.5 Memory

2.6 Encoding, Storage, and Retrieval

2.7 Forgetting and Memory Construction

2.8 Thinking and Problem Solving

2.9 Judgment and Decision-Making

2.10 Language and Cognition

Key Concepts

• Sensation vs. Perception

• Bottom-Up Processing

• Top-Down Processing

• Selective Attention

• Circadian Rhythms

• Working Memory

• Long-Term Memory

• Encoding

• Retrieval

• Forgetting

• Heuristics

• Algorithms

• Cognitive Biases

• Language Acquisition

• Problem Solving

Best For

• AP Psychology teachers

• Daily classroom instruction

• AP review and reinforcement

• New AP Psychology instructors

• Homeschool and independent learning

• Semester review and exam preparation

Highlights

• Digital Download: Microsoft PowerPoint

• Grades: 9th–12th, Adult Education, Higher Education

• Subjects: Psychology, Social Science, Cognitive Science

• AP Psychology CED Aligned

Why Frisson Learning Systems?

Frisson Learning Systems resources are designed around cognitive science, retrieval practice, emotional engagement, and structured reinforcement to support long-term retention and academic success.

Developed by professionals with backgrounds in psychology, social work, education, and student support services, these resources are designed to help students move beyond memorization and develop a deeper understanding of psychological science.

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