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530 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 5 and 6 (JC48)

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Rethinking Perception and Mechanisms

This chapter critically examines the framing of questions surrounding perception rather than providing direct evidence for theories. It explores the resurgence of neo-mechanism in psychology, contrasting it with traditional views by emphasizing an ecological understanding of behavior. The discussion addresses historical flaws in cognitive psychology, advocating for a more integrated perspective that considers the interplay of various sensory modalities and the complexities of causation.

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