gregorys theory

Question 1

gregorys constructivists theory in 1 sentence

Answer 1

We use past experiences to make sense of the world

Question 2

contrasts with gibsons theory

Answer 2

Proposes that sensation and perception are NOT the same

Question 3

perception as construction

Answer 3

Brain uses incoming info and info from what we already know to form a hypothesis / guess

Question 4

inference

Answer 4

Brain fills in the gaps to create a conclusion about what is being seen

Question 5

visual cues

Answer 5

Visual illusions occur because of incorrect conclusions from visual cues

Question 6

past experience - the role of nurture

Answer 6

Perception is learned from experience
The more we interact the more sophisticated our perception

Question 7

evaluation

Answer 7

Support from research in different cultures – people interpret visual cues differently (Hudson’s study) showing experience affects perception

Visual illusions – Gregory’s research used 2D illusions which are artificial, so theory may not apply to real world

How does perception get going? – babies have some perceptual abilities (Fantz) so perception can be just the result of upbringing