This activity for university students, with associated lecture slides, illustrates a simple example of how to use phylogenetic comparative methods to test hypotheses about the evolution of cognition and behavior.
Target Audience: Professors and teachers working with university students
This module includes the following materials:
- Activity for students [PDF]
- Answer key for instructors [PDF]
- Slides for instructors [PPT]
- Background reading for activity [PDF]
Relevant Publication: MacLean, E. L. et al (2012) How does cognition evolve? Phylogenetic comparative psychology. Animal Cognition, 15: 223–238.
Funding Support for Module: NSF #1944881 to Alexandra Rosati
