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example of top down processing psychology: Dual-process Theories in Social Psychology Shelly Chaiken, Yaacov Trope, 1999-02-19 This informative volume presents the first comprehensive review of research and theory on dual-process models of social information processing. These models distinguish between qualitatively different modes of information processing in making decisions and solving problems (e.g., associative versus rule-based, controlled versus uncontrolled, and affective versus cognitive modes). Leading contributors review the basic assumptions of these approaches and review the ways they have been applied and tested in such areas as attitudes, stereotyping, person perception, memory, and judgment. Also examined are the relationships between different sets of processing modes, the factors that determine their utilization, and how they work in combination to affect responses to social information. |
example of top down processing psychology: Handbook of Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience Irving B. Weiner, Randy J. Nelson, Sheri Mizumori, 2012-10-16 Psychology is of interest to academics from many fields, as well as to the thousands of academic and clinical psychologists and general public who can't help but be interested in learning more about why humans think and behave as they do. This award-winning twelve-volume reference covers every aspect of the ever-fascinating discipline of psychology and represents the most current knowledge in the field. This ten-year revision now covers discoveries based in neuroscience, clinical psychology's new interest in evidence-based practice and mindfulness, and new findings in social, developmental, and forensic psychology. |
example of top down processing psychology: Illustrating Concepts and Phenomena in Psychology E. Leslie Cameron, Douglas A. Bernstein, 2022-08-29 This compendium of examples of psychological concepts and phenomena is designed to make it easier for both novice and experienced teachers of psychology at all levels to bring new and/or particularly illuminating examples to their lectures and other presentations. Psychology instructors know that vivid examples bring concepts to life for students, making psychology both more accessible and interesting. Having a good supply of such examples can be particularly important when, as often happens, students fail to immediately grasp particular points, especially those that are complex or difficult. Generating compelling examples can be challenging, particularly when teaching a course, such as Introductory Psychology, in which much of the material is outside one’s main area of expertise, when teaching a course for the first time, or when teaching a course that is entirely outside one’s main area of expertise. This compendium will serve as a one-stop reference that presents a topic-organized body of compelling examples that instructors can explore as they prepare their teaching materials. The examples they will find range from simple illustrations (e.g., muting an obnoxious commercial as an example of negative reinforcement), to videos (e.g., of a patient with prosopagnosia), to brief stories (e.g., about how confirmation bias led a man to dismantle a kitchen because he assumed that an electrical stove’s whining clock was a trapped kitten), to short summaries of research that illustrate a concept or phenomenon. Beyond their value for enhancing the quality and interest level of classroom lectures, the examples in this book can help teachers find ideas for engaging multiple-choice exam and quiz items. They can also serve as stimuli for writing assignments and small group discussions in which students are asked to come up with additional examples of the concept or phenomenon, or link them to other concepts or phenomena. |
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example of top down processing psychology: Psychological Science Catherine A. Sanderson, Karen R. Huffman, 2023-04-11 Psychological Science: The Curious Mind, by award-winning authors and professors Catherine A. Sanderson and Karen Huffman, introduces 21st-century, digital-native students to the fascinating field of psychology. This new program emphasizes the importance of developing scientific literacy and an understanding of research and research methods. The program uses an inviting why-focused framework that taps into students' natural curiosity, incorporating active learning and real-life application to engage students. Psychological Science: The Curious Mind embraces the guidelines released by the American Psychological Association (APA)'s Introductory Psychology Initiative (IPI) in 2021. It provides an excellent framework for instructors who want to implement those guidelines in their Introductory Psychology courses, and it provides students with the content and motivation to achieve the course's ultimate outcome: an enduring, foundational understanding of psychological science. |
example of top down processing psychology: Cognitive Psychology and Its Implications John Robert Anderson, 1990-01-01 An updated, systematic introduction to the theoretical and experimental foundations of higher mental processes. The book constructs a coherent picture of human cognition, relating neural functions to mental processes, perception to abstraction, representation to meaning, and knowledge to skill. |
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example of top down processing psychology: Elsevier's Dictionary of Psychological Theories J.E. Roeckelein, 2006-01-19 In attempting to understand and explain various behaviour, events, and phenomena in their field, psychologists have developed and enunciated an enormous number of 'best guesses' or theories concerning the phenomenon in question. Such theories involve speculations and statements that range on a potency continuum from 'strong' to 'weak'. The term theory, itself, has been conceived of in various ways in the psychological literature. In the present dictionary, the strategy of lumping together all the various traditional descriptive labels regarding psychologists 'best guesses' under the single descriptive term theory has been adopted. The descriptive labels of principle, law, theory, model, paradigm, effect, hypothesis and doctrine are attached to many of the entries, and all such descriptive labels are subsumed under the umbrella term theory.The title of this dictionary emphasizes the term theory (implying both strong and weak best guesses) and is a way of indication, overall, the contents of this comprehensive dictionary in a parsimonious and felicitous fashion.The dictionary will contain approximately 2,000 terms covering the origination, development, and evolution of various psychological concepts, as well as the historical definition, analysis, and criticisms of psychological concepts. Terms and definitions are in English.*Contains over 2,000 terms covering the origination, development and evolution of various psychological concepts*Covers a wide span of theories, from auditory, cognitive tactile and visual to humor and imagery*An essential resource for psychologists needing a single-source quick reference |
example of top down processing psychology: EBOOK: Psychology 5e HOLT, 2023-02-09 The fifth edition of Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour continues to build on its strong biopsychosocial approach and balancing of classical and contemporary theory. The celebrated pedagogical design has been reinforced with additional pedagogical features and real world issues to offer an exciting and engaging introduction to the study of psychology. The fifth edition has been fully updated to reflect new developments in the field and the scientific approach brings together international research and practical application to encourage critical thinking about psychology and its impact on our societies and daily lives. Key features: •Brand New! The Bigger Picture takes a step back and reflects on how a subject can be interpreted from different angles. Replacing the Levels of Analysis feature, the Bigger Picture explores not only the biological, psychological and environmental levels, but also cultural and developmental aspects as well. •Brand New! Learning Goals and Review Questions encourage students to consider the core learnings of each chapter and critically assess their real world implications. •New and Updated! Psychology at Work interviews from Psychologists in the field are now included in every chapter. They provide a glimpse into their day-to-day work and the career path they have taken since completing a psychology degree. •Research Close Ups reflect new research and literature as well as updated critical thinking questions to encourage analysis and evaluation of the findings. •Current issues and hot topics such as, Covid-19, fake news, workplace psychology, social media, prosociality and critical perspectives of positive psychology prompt debates on the questions facing psychologists today. Nigel Holt is Head of Department of Psychology at Aberystwyth University, Wales Andy Bremner is Professor of Developmental Psychology and Head of Education at the University of Birmingham, UK Michael Vliek is an affiliate of the University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands and lectures at the University of Leiden, The Netherlands Ed Sutherland is an Associate Professor in Psychology and Director of Learning and Teaching at the University of Leeds, UK Michael W. Passer is an Associate Teaching Professor at the University of Washington, USA Ronald E. Smith is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of Washington, USA |
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example of top down processing psychology: Perceptual Organization Michael Kubovy, James R. Pomerantz, 2017-03-31 Originally published in 1981, perceptual organization had been synonymous with Gestalt psychology, and Gestalt psychology had fallen into disrepute. In the heyday of Behaviorism, the few cognitive psychologists of the time pursued Gestalt phenomena. But in 1981, Cognitive Psychology was married to Information Processing. (Some would say that it was a marriage of convenience.) After the wedding, Cognitive Psychology had come to look like a theoretically wrinkled Behaviorism; very few of the mainstream topics of Cognitive Psychology made explicit contact with Gestalt phenomena. In the background, Cognition's first love – Gestalt – was pining to regain favor. The cognitive psychologists' desire for a phenomenological and intellectual interaction with Gestalt psychology did not manifest itself in their publications, but it did surface often enough at the Psychonomic Society meeting in 1976 for them to remark upon it in one of their conversations. This book, then, is the product of the editors’ curiosity about the status of ideas at the time, first proposed by Gestalt psychologists. For two days in November 1977, they held an exhilarating symposium that was attended by some 20 people, not all of whom are represented in this volume. At the end of our symposium it was agreed that they would try, in contributions to this volume, to convey the speculative and metatheoretical ground of their research in addition to the solid data and carefully wrought theories that are the figure of their research. |
example of top down processing psychology: Teaching Psychology and the Socratic Method James J. Dillon, 2016-11-18 This book presents a lively and accessible way to use the ancient figure of Socrates to teach modern psychology that avoids the didactic lecture and sterile textbook. In the online age, is a living teacher even needed? What can college students learn face-to-face from a teacher they cannot learn anywhere else? The answer is what most teachers already seek to do: help students think critically, clearly define concepts, logically reason from premises to conclusions, engage in thoughtful and persuasive communication, and actively engage the franchise of democratic citizenship. But achieving these outcomes requires an intimate, interpersonal learning community. This book presents a plan for using the ancient figure of Socrates and his Method to realize humane learning outcomes in the context of psychology. |
example of top down processing psychology: Social Psychology Stainton Rogers, Wendy, 2011-06-01 This is an introductory social psychology textbook that acknowledges two very different approaches being taken to social psychology - experimental and critical. These conflicting approaches are brought together in a single, coherent text. |
example of top down processing psychology: Neuropsychology David Andrewes, 2013-05-13 This comprehensive textbook provides an up-to-date and accessible account of the theories that seek to explain the complex relationship between brain and behaviour. Drawing on the latest research findings from the disciplines of neuropsychology, neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience and cognitive neuropsychology, the author provides contemporary models of neuropsychological processes. The book provides a fresh perspective that takes into account the modern advances of functional neuroimaging and other new research techniques. The emphasis at all times is on bridging the gap between theory and practice - discussion of theoretical models is framed in a clinical context and the author makes frequent use of case studies to illustrate the clinical context. There is coverage of the neuropsychology of disorders associated with areas such as perception, attention, memory and language, emotion, and movement. A third-generation text, this book uniquely aims to integrate these different areas by describing the common influences of these functions. Following on from this there is information on the clinical management of patients in the area of recovery and rehabilitation. These last chapters focus on the author's own experience and illustrate the importance of a more systematic approach to intervention, which takes into account theoretical views of recovery from brain damage. Neuropsychology: From Theory to Practice is the first comprehensive textbook to cover research from all disciplines committed to understanding neuropsychology. It will provide a valuable resource for students, professionals and clinicians. |
example of top down processing psychology: Real World Psychology Catherine A. Sanderson, Karen R. Huffman, 2024-11-13 A comprehensive college-level introduction to the field of psychology. Real World Psychology: Applications of Psychological Science provides a well-balanced survey of the field, with emphasis on scientific thinking and practical applications of psychological science that can expand, enhance, and change students’ experience of the world around them. Every chapter engages students through illustrative examples and cases, thought-provoking questions, and real psychological research. Updated with recent research that underscores the importance and power of psychology in everyday life, the fourth edition of Real World Psychology invites curiosity in a Why-focused framework of special features. Why Scientific Thinking Matters develops scientific thinking skills through examination of a hot topic or common belief and the research supporting or disproving different perspectives, Why DEI Matters explores important topics in diversity, equity, and inclusion, highlighting current research and its applications in effecting a more equitable society, and Why Positive Psychology Matters demonstrates how psychological science helps identify the strengths and assets that contribute to health and a flourishing life. Throughout this edition, the authors pay careful and deliberate attention to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion to ensure the representation of multiple perspectives and experiences so that all readers can find respect and a sense of belonging. AN INTERACTIVE, MULTIMEDIA LEARNING EXPERIENCE This textbook includes access to an interactive, multimedia e-text. Icons throughout the print book signal corresponding digital content in the e-text. Videos and Animations Real World Psychology integrates abundant video content developed to complement the text and engage readers more deeply with the fascinating field of psychological science. Chapter Introduction Videos feature author Catherine Sanderson’s casual and lively introduction to the chapter that piques readers’ curiosity and gives practical, everyday context. Reading Companion Videos support every learning objective of every module in every chapter. These short videos serve as both a preview and a review of the most important concepts discussed in the reading. Topical Videos, often presented by Catherine Sanderson or Karen Huffman, use a documentary style to explore key topics in depth. In The Classroom Videos feature short segments of Catherine Sanderson lecturing in her own classroom or a moderated student discussion of selected chapter topics. Animations: A variety of animations illustrate difficult-to-learn concepts from a real-world, and sometimes humorous perspective. Interactive Figures, Charts & Tables: Appearing throughout the enhanced e-text, interactive figures, process diagrams, and other illustrations facilitate the study of complex concepts and processes and help students retain important information. Interactive Self-Scoring Quizzes: Self-Test questions in each Module’s Retrieval Practice and a Practice Quiz for each chapter provide immediate feedback, helping readers monitor their understanding and mastery of the material. |
example of top down processing psychology: The Psychology of Yoga : Unlocking the Secrets to Mental Wellness Santoshi, 2025-05-30 Introduction to the Book: Yoga and Mental Health In today’s fast-paced world, mental health has become a central aspect of human well-being. With the increasing complexities of modern life, the balance between body, mind, and spirit has become essential for maintaining overall health. This book, Yoga and Mental Health, serves as an insightful guide to understanding the profound connection between yoga practices and mental health. The relationship between psychology and yoga is explored in depth, offering students not only a theoretical understanding of mental health but also practical approaches derived from ancient yogic wisdom to promote emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Understanding Mental Health in Psychology The first chapter of this book focuses on the meaning, definition, and importance of mental health in psychology. It introduces the basic concepts and highlights the significance of mental health for psychological well-being. It further delves into the nature of human health in the context of modern psychology, helping students understand the intricate dynamics of mental health. The chapter also touches on the properties, characteristics, and factors that influence mental health, emphasizing the various aspects that shape our mental state. Additionally, the exploration of methods from yoga that integrate with psychological theories gives students a holistic view of mental health. The Interplay between Mind and Body Subsequent chapters address the concept of mind and its functions from both psychological and yogic perspectives. The book explores the nature of consciousness, the different levels of the mind—conscious, unconscious, and subconscious—and the coordination between mind and body. Students will gain an understanding of how mental states impact physical health, and vice versa. This understanding is pivotal in fostering the connection between psychological health and yoga practices that aim to balance and harmonize the body and mind. Mental Health, Personality, and Yoga The exploration of personality and mental diseases in the book focuses on classifications of mental health disorders and their treatments, with a specific emphasis on the yogic approach to healing. Yoga, as a tool for personality development, is discussed thoroughly in the context of various psychological theories. Understanding the psychological traits and characteristics of individuals and applying yoga to address abnormalities or disorders will enable students to appreciate the holistic and therapeutic aspects of yoga for mental health. Yoga’s Therapeutic Role As we dive deeper into the book, we focus on practical aspects of yoga, including prayer, controlling the mind through techniques like meditation, and addressing specific mental health issues such as headaches, blood pressure, insomnia, nervousness, and backaches. These topics showcase yoga's therapeutic potential, guiding students on how various practices can help manage mental stress and improve overall psychological well-being. Human Psyche and Psychology: A Broader Perspective In the chapters that follow, the book introduces students to the broader spectrum of human psyche, conflict, and frustration. It discusses how psychic forces influence human behavior and how mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, and substance abuse impact individuals. By exploring common mental health issues and learning yogic remedies, students will be equipped to understand and manage these challenges. Yoga Psychology and States of Consciousness The final chapters of the book explore the profound teachings of yogic texts regarding the nature of consciousness, the different states of being, and the role of yoga in shaping our mental and emotional experiences. By linking the yogic scriptures with psychological concepts such as motivation, emotions, intelligence, and memory, students will be introduced to the depth of yoga psychology. The techniques and insights derived from the yogic path provide invaluable tools for addressing mental health issues and enhancing the quality of life. How This Book Helps Students This book will help students better understand the intricate relationship between yoga and mental health by bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary psychological theories. It provides a comprehensive overview of mental health, from basic concepts to advanced topics, and offers practical tools and techniques rooted in yoga that can help alleviate psychological distress. By integrating both psychological principles and yoga practices, students will gain a well-rounded understanding of mental health and learn how to apply these teachings to improve their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Ultimately, this book empowers students to cultivate a balanced, harmonious life, fostering greater awareness and understanding of the transformative power of yoga in mental health. |
example of top down processing psychology: Psychology and Life Richard J Gerrig, Philip G Zimbardo, Andrew J Campbell, Steven R Cumming, Fiona J Wilkes, 2015-05-20 Bringing the science of psychology to life! The 2nd Australasian edition of Psychology and Life emphasises the science of psychology, with a special focus on applying that science to students’ everyday lives. As a result, the features of Psychology and Life support a central theme: psychology as a science, with a focus on applying that science to real life experiences. Australasian research, examples and statistics help make the theory even more relevant for today’s students. Psychology and Life 2e provides a rigorous, research-centred survey of the discipline while offering students special features and learning aids that will make the science of psychology relevant, spark their interest and excite their imaginations. |
example of top down processing psychology: Connectionist Psychology Rob Ellis, G.W. Humphreys, 2020-02-25 This textbook provides an introduction and review of connectionist models applied to psychological topics. Chapters include basic reviews of connectionist models, their properties and their attributes. The application of these models to the domains of perception, memory, attention, word processing, higher language processing, and cognitive neuropsychology is then reviewed. |
example of top down processing psychology: Learn Psychology Dr. Kenneth E Carter, Dr. Colleen M Seifert, 2012-03-23 Learn Psychology offers a comprehensive yet accessible presentation of psychology principles, research and theory. Each chapter is carefully structured to cover the topics and concepts of a standard introductory psychology course with associated learning objectives and assessments. Multiple influences are discussed at the end of each chapter wrapping up the chapter presentation. With Learn Psychology, students will find an engaging writing style supported by a pedagogical approach that invites critical analysis, all while building a deeper knowledge of psychology. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition. |
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example of top down processing psychology: Cognitive Psychology Sandie Taylor, Lance Workman, 2021-09-15 Cognitive Psychology: The Basics provides a compact introduction to the core topics in the field, discussing the science behind the everyday cognitive phenomena experienced by us all. The book considers laboratory and applied theory and research alongside technological developments to demonstrate how our understanding of the brain’s role in cognition is improving all the time. Alongside coverage of traditional topics in the field, including attention and perception; learning and memory; thinking, problem-solving and decision-making; and language, the book also discusses developments in interrelated areas, such as neuroscience and computational cognitive science. New perspectives, including the contribution of evolutionary psychology to our understanding of cognition are also considered before a thoughtful discussion of future research directions. Using real-world examples throughout, the authors explain in an accessible and student-friendly manner the role our human cognition plays in all aspects of our lives. It is an essential introductory text suitable for all students of Cognitive Psychology and related disciplines. It will also be an ideal read for any reader interested in the role of the brain in human behavior. |
example of top down processing psychology: Psychology Around Us Nancy Ogden, Michael Boyes, Evelyn Field, Ronald Comer, Elizabeth Gould, 2021-06-28 Psychology Around Us, Fourth Canadian Edition offers students a wealth of tools and content in a structured learning environment that is designed to draw students in and hold their interest in the subject. Psychology Around Us is available with WileyPLUS, giving instructors the freedom and flexibility to tailor curated content and easily customize their course with their own material. It provides today's digital students with a wide array of media content — videos, interactive graphics, animations, adaptive practice — integrated at the learning objective level to provide students with a clear and engaging path through the material. Psychology Around Us is filled with interesting research and abundant opportunities to apply concepts in a real-life context. Students will become energized by the material as they realize that Psychology is all around us. |
example of top down processing psychology: Principles of Cognitive Psychology Michael W. Eysenck, 2001 Thoroughly revised and updated, this work covers the fundamental topics in cognitive psychology such as perception, attention and pattern recognition, memory, language, problem solving and reasoning. |
example of top down processing psychology: Encyclopedia of Perception E. Bruce Goldstein, 2010 Because of the ease with which we perceive, many people see perception as something that just happens. However, even seemingly simple perceptual experiences involve complex underlying mechanisms, which are often hidden from our conscious experience. These mechanisms are being investigated by researchers and theorists in fields such as psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, computer science, and philosophy. A few examples of the questions posed by these investigations are, What do infants perceive? How does perception develop? What do perceptual disorders reveal about normal functioning? How can information from one sense, such as hearing, be affected by information from another sense, such as vision? How is the information from all of our senses combined to result in our perception of a coherent environment? What are some practical outcomes of basic research in perception? These are just a few of the questions this encyclopedia will consider, as it presents a comprehensive overview of the field of perception for students, researchers, and professionals in psychology, the cognitive sciences, neuroscience, and related medical disciplines such as neurology and ophthalmology. |
example of top down processing psychology: The future of psychology: Approaches to enhance therapeutic outcomes Peta Stapleton, Oliver Baumann, Dawson Church, 2023-01-30 |
example of top down processing psychology: Discovering the Brain National Academy of Sciences, Institute of Medicine, Sandra Ackerman, 1992-01-01 The brain ... There is no other part of the human anatomy that is so intriguing. How does it develop and function and why does it sometimes, tragically, degenerate? The answers are complex. In Discovering the Brain, science writer Sandra Ackerman cuts through the complexity to bring this vital topic to the public. The 1990s were declared the Decade of the Brain by former President Bush, and the neuroscience community responded with a host of new investigations and conferences. Discovering the Brain is based on the Institute of Medicine conference, Decade of the Brain: Frontiers in Neuroscience and Brain Research. Discovering the Brain is a field guide to the brainâ€an easy-to-read discussion of the brain's physical structure and where functions such as language and music appreciation lie. Ackerman examines: How electrical and chemical signals are conveyed in the brain. The mechanisms by which we see, hear, think, and pay attentionâ€and how a gut feeling actually originates in the brain. Learning and memory retention, including parallels to computer memory and what they might tell us about our own mental capacity. Development of the brain throughout the life span, with a look at the aging brain. Ackerman provides an enlightening chapter on the connection between the brain's physical condition and various mental disorders and notes what progress can realistically be made toward the prevention and treatment of stroke and other ailments. Finally, she explores the potential for major advances during the Decade of the Brain, with a look at medical imaging techniquesâ€what various technologies can and cannot tell usâ€and how the public and private sectors can contribute to continued advances in neuroscience. This highly readable volume will provide the public and policymakersâ€and many scientists as wellâ€with a helpful guide to understanding the many discoveries that are sure to be announced throughout the Decade of the Brain. |
example of top down processing psychology: Pitch Christopher J. Plack, Andrew J. Oxenham, Richard R. Fay, 2006-04-20 Although pitch has been considered an important area of auditory research since the birth of modern acoustics in the 19th century, some of the most significant developments in our understanding of this phenomenon have occurred comparatively recently. In auditory physiology, researchers are now identifying cells in the brainstem and cortex that may be involved in the derivation of pitch. In auditory psychophysics, dramatic developments over the last few years have changed our understanding of temporal pitch mechanisms, and of the roles of resolved and unresolved harmonics. Computational modeling has provided new insights into the biological algorithms that may underlie pitch perception. Modern brain imaging techniques have suggested possible cortical locations for pitch mechanisms. This timely volume brings together the more recent findings, while emphasizing their relation to the discoveries of the past. It brings together insights from several different methodological areas: physiology, psychophysics, comparative, imaging, etc., in addressing a single scientific problem. Pitch perception can be regarded as one of the main problems of hearing, and the multidisciplinary approach of the book provides a valuable reference source for graduate students and academics. |
example of top down processing psychology: The Cognitive Neuroscience of Working Memory Naoyuki Osaka, Robert H. Logie, Mark D'Esposito, 2007 It is only relatively recently that it has been possible to study the neural processes that might underlie working memory, leading to a proliferation of research in this domain. This volume brings together leading researchers from around the world to summarise current knowledge of this field. |
example of top down processing psychology: Perception as Bayesian Inference David C. Knill, Whitman Richards, 1996-09-13 Bayesian probability theory has emerged not only as a powerful tool for building computational theories of vision, but also as a general paradigm for studying human visual perception. This 1996 book provides an introduction to and critical analysis of the Bayesian paradigm. Leading researchers in computer vision and experimental vision science describe general theoretical frameworks for modelling vision, detailed applications to specific problems and implications for experimental studies of human perception. The book provides a dialogue between different perspectives both within chapters, which draw on insights from experimental and computational work, and between chapters, through commentaries written by the contributors on each others' work. Students and researchers in cognitive and visual science will find much to interest them in this thought-provoking collection. |
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