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The rhythm of learning: Theta oscillations as an index of active learning in infancy
Author(s) -
Katarina Begus,
Elizabeth Bonawitz
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
developmental cognitive neuroscience
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.662
H-Index - 64
eISSN - 1878-9307
pISSN - 1878-9293
DOI - 10.1016/j.dcn.2020.100810
Subject(s) - psychology , rhythm , cognitive psychology , theta rhythm , index (typography) , neuroscience , electroencephalography , developmental psychology , philosophy , computer science , aesthetics , world wide web
Highlights • A novel, cutting-edge measure for studying active learning in infancy is introduced: theta oscillations.• Theta rhythms are linked to expectation of information, memory, and reward processing, making it an ideal candidate for studying active learning.• Existing evidence and potential applications of theta oscillations in research on infant active learning are discussed.

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