Your Paper title should be on : animal cognitive abilities are inextricably linked to, and shaped by, the ecological niche it has evolved in. ‘Discuss with reference to relevant literature
The paper should:
1) Present a clear understanding of the importance of a species ecological niche, evolutionary ancestry and survival pre-requisites in explaining that species cognitive abilities.
2) Compare and contrast basic cognitive abilities (e.g. memory and perception) in human and non-human animals.
3) Display an understanding of learning theories (e.g. classical and operant conditioning) and how they might explain seemingly complex behaviors in animals.
4) Analyze instances of more advanced animal problem solving and primate communication without resort to anthropomorphism, teleology, or unnecessary complexity.
The paper should also:
1. Incorporate some relevant material
2. Provide a structured and evidenced-base answer to the question
3. Accurately reference all sources of information
4. Critical evaluation of research and theory
5. Evidence of appropriate further reading
