PERCEPTIION QUESTIONS
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Describe and evaluate Gregory’s top-down (indirect) theory of perception. 9 + 16
Discuss Gibson’s bottom-up/direst theory of perception. 9 + 16
Discuss research into the development of perceptual abilities. 9 + 16
a) Outline the development of perceptual abilities 9
b) Evaluate findings in prosopagnosia
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Outline and evaluate infant studies of the development of perceptual abilities. 9 + 16
Outline and evaluate cross-cultural studies of the development of perceptual abilities.
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Discuss the nature-nurture debate in relation to perceptual development. 9 + 16
Describe and evaluate Bruce and Young’s theory of face recognition. 9 + 16
Discuss visual agnosias, including what they tell us about Bruce and Young’s model of
face recognition. 9 + 16
Jan 10 Discuss the nature-nurture debate in relation to explanations of perceptual
development.
(25 marks)
Jun 10 a) Outline two theories of perceptual organisation.
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b) Evaluate one of the theories of perceptual organisation outlined in your answer to a) 16
Jan 11 Discuss the development of perceptual abilities. Include examples from infant and
cross-cultural studies in your answer. 9 + 16
June 11 Describe and evaluate Bruce and Young’s theory of face recognition. 9 + 16
A01 marks
For 8-9 marks
Your knowledge and understanding of theories and studies is accurate with a good level of
detail.
You have selected a range of relevant material to answer the question. You have balanced
breadth with depth and included some material in detail and other in less detail. Your essay is
well organised and well structured.
A02/3 marks
For 13-16 marks
Your commentary demonstrates analysis, evaluation and application which reflects a very
good understanding of the topic. Your essay is well focused on the question and has a clear
line of argument. You have elaborated and explained your critical points well and used
relevant issues, debates or approaches to comment on the material.
Your ideas are expressed clearly and fluently and you have used psychological language
effectively.