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Perception
infoWhy this? Perception extends students’ understanding of cognitive processing, introducing theories that challenge common-sense explanations (e.g. visual illusions, Gregory vs Gibson). It strengthens conceptual thinking and evaluative skills, particularly around the strengths and limitations of competing explanations.
scheduleWhy now? Having already studied Memory, students are now ready to compare and contrast different forms of cognitive processing. Perception builds on prior knowledge while increasing conceptual challenge. By this point in the year, students are better equipped to handle abstract explanations and structured evaluation required by higher-mark AQA questions.
neurologyYou need to know
- The difference between sensation and perception
- Visual cues and constancies – monocular and binocular depth cues
- Gibson's direct theory of perception – the influence of nature
- Visual illusions – examples and why we experience them
- Gregory's constructivist theory of perception – the influence of nurture
- Factors affecting perception – culture, motivation, emotion and expectation
rocket_launchYou must be able to
- Demonstrate knowledge of sensation vs perception, visual cues, and key theories of perception
- Apply theories of perception Gibson's and Gregory's theories to real-world examples and explain factors affecting perception
- Evaluate how culture, motivation, emotion, and expectation affect perception, using visual illusions as case studies
- Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of Gibson's and Gregory's theories in explaining perception
Revision Quiz
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