Cambridge IGCSE Psychology practice

Paper 1 structured question: Gibson’s direct theory of perception, including:

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Gibson’s direct theory of perception, including:

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Paper 1Approaches, Issues and Debates1 marks

Criticism of Gibson’s direct theory of perception.

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Critics argue that Gibson's direct theory of perception overlooks the influence of expectations and cultural factors on how we perceive the world.

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Define the term 'direct theory of perception'.
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Paper 1Approaches, Issues and Debates2 marks

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Critics argue that Gibson's direct theory of perception overlooks the influence of expectations and cultural factors on how we perceive the world.

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Explain two criticisms of Gibson’s direct theory of perception.
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