Lewandowsky Stephan, Farrell Simon. Computational modeling in cognition

SAGE Publications, Inc, 2011. — 376 p.An accessible introduction to the principles of computational and mathematical modeling in psychology and cognitive scienceThis practical and readable work provides students and researchers, who are new to cognitive modeling, with the background and core knowledge they need to interpret published reports, and develop and apply models of their own. The book is structured to help readers understand the logic of individual component techniques and their relationships to each other.Key Features:The book's practical approach shows readers how model construction, parameter estimation, and model selection are carried out in real world settings.
An easy-to-follow, step-by-step presentation moves from the basic concepts of modeling to modeling issues and applications.
The logic of models and the types of arguments that can be made from them is a primary focus.
Programming examples from MatLAB are used to illustrate core concepts.
The book comes with a complete set of programs in the "R" language which are available on the supporting website (www.cogsciwa.com).
A focus on readability makes mathematics and programming less daunting for beginners.
An author-supported website provides many sample programs mentioned in the book and other tools such as Lewandowsky et al. WMC Battery for MatLAB. Supporting programs also available in R code by September 2011 at www.cogsciwa.com.