Lab: Spatial Memory & Navigation Flashcards
1
Q
What is a allocentric space?
A
Observer independent: Same regardless of who the observer is
Identifiable environmental features: Visual landmarks
2
Q
What is an egocentric space?
A
Observer depended: focuses on observer
3
Q
Location-based spatial information uses…
A
fixed point references
4
Q
movement-based spatial information uses…
A
generated by own movements
5
Q
What is piloting (location-based)
A
using current positon estimated from distance and direction to landmarks
6
Q
What is beacon homing (location-based)
A
Travelling directly toward a fixed landmark
7
Q
What is movement-based information?
A
Uses of movement cues to create a cognitive map
