The Perception & Action Podcast

385 – A 10 Commandments for an Ecological Approach to Skill

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Jan 18, 2022
Exploring the 10 commandments for an ecological approach to skill acquisition research and coaching. Debunking claims that cherry-pick aspects of ecological psychology. Discussing the Helmholtzian view of perception and rejecting the need for mental models. Emphasizing the drawbacks of relying on internal mental processes in skill development. Exploring the role of education in attention, intention, and calibration in learning without knowledge stores and representation.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Interconnectedness of Major Principles in Ecological Psychology and the Importance of Understanding the Ecological Approach
02:18 • 3min
3
Helmholtzian View of Perception and Commandments
05:05 • 8min
4
The Importance of Avoiding Mental Representation and Embracing Exploration in Skill Development
13:14 • 2min
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Education in Attention, Intention, and Calibration in Ecosystemic Learning
15:03 • 3min