Perception.

Question 1

Perception

Answer 1

Perception is a mental process which the brain gives meaning to the information it is receiving via the senses.

Question 2

Stimulus features that affect perception:

Answer 2

Familiarity of stimulus - when a performer becomes familiar with a stimulus perception levels are likely to increase - Expectation

Speed: The speed of the stimulus can affect a performer’s perception - Short and long term responses. E.g speed of a football coming towards the goalkeeper.

Loudness - The stronger the visual display or louder the sound, the more likely a performer is to respond quickly. Focus and attention. E.g sound of a buzzer in swimming race start

Question 3

Individual factors that impact perception:

Answer 3

Attention level - This involves focusing certain stimuli at the expense of others.

Arousal level - When perception levels are heightened, this is likely to impact on arousal ( state of preparedness of the body for action) e.g fighting an opponent in boxing, if arousal level is too low, you won’t win.

Attention capacity - This can be learned for specific sports that include certain stimuli on which the performer should concentrate - Shift in focus or perception