Vicente Raja
Post-doctoral researcher at the MINT Lab, a research fellow at University of Murcia (Spain) and external affiliate faculty of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy at Western University (Canada). He is an author of Ecological Psychology.
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Feb 9, 2025 • 43min
Why Every Teacher Should Know About Ecological Psychology! A Conversation with Miguel Segundo-Ortin and Vicente Raja
In this engaging discussion, Miguel Segundo-Ortin and Vicente Raja, both postdoctoral researchers from the University of Murcia, delve into ecological psychology and its transformative potential for education. They argue that traditional learning environments often constrict exploration, while ecological psychology encourages sensory-rich interactions with surroundings. The duo highlights the intertwined nature of perception and action, the importance of agency in learning, and the need for educators to embrace the complexities of human experience, drawing from the legacies of psychological pioneers like Eleanor Gibson.
Jul 17, 2025 • 1h 7min
#1124 Miguel Segundo Ortín & Vicente Raja: Ecological Psychology
Miguel Segundo Ortín, a philosophy researcher at Universidad de Murcia, and Vicente Raja, a post-doctoral researcher at the same institution, dive into ecological psychology. They discuss the relationship between perception and action, emphasizing how environments influence cognitive processes. The duo explores affordances, explaining how we perceive interaction opportunities without complex thought. They also touch on the link between ecological psychology and neurosciences, advocating for ecologically valid experiments, and reflect on the community's role in advancing this innovative field.
