As a comparative and cognitive psychologist, Dr. Chapman's research compares the cognitive abilities and behavior of humans and animals. Her specialized research area is in the field of comparative motor planning, which investigates the extent to which adults, children, and nonhuman animals plan their motor actions and behaviors in anticipation of a goal. She is particularly interested in research questions concerning the cognitive planning abilities that underlie object manipulation and tool-use behavior. She is also interested in research concerning teaching and learning in undergraduate psychology courses.
