Psicología de la Percepción from Coursera

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¿Una “ventana” a la realidad?

En esta semana empezarás diferenciando los conceptos de sensación y percepción. Luego, explorarás los elementos principales del proceso perceptivo, desde su inicio hasta su resultado, y las tareas más frecuentes para investigar dicho proceso. Al hacerlo, revisarás algunas nociones neurocientíficas y psicológicas básicas. Finalmente, analizarás la pregunta de hasta qué punto lo que percibimos es un reflejo fiel de lo que nos rodea. ¿Percibimos el ambiente “tal como es”? De no ser así, ¿en qué se diferencia la percepción de una ilusión o una alucinación? Esto nos conducirá a reflexionar sobre la función de esta capacidad para nuestra especie.

El caso de la percepción visual

En esta semana explorarás la visión para recorrer, paso a paso, el proceso perceptivo presentado en el módulo 1. Empezarás conociendo características básicas del estímulo (la luz) y de la anatomía y función del sistema visual, desde el ojo hasta el cerebro. Luego, conocerás algunas claves y principios que la percepción utiliza para lograr ver la forma, profundidad y tamaño de los objetos a partir de los puntos de luz que llegan al ojo. También examinarás el fenómeno del color, partiendo del supuesto de que, aunque no lo parezca, los colores no están en las cosas, sino en quien percibe. Finalmente, verás ejemplos sobre cómo la modalidad visual influye y se ve influida por otras modalidades sensoriales, como la audición y el tacto.

Percepción y cognición

La percepción no se agota en procesar los datos que llegan del ambiente. Para dar sentido a esos datos, la percepción se vale del contexto y genera expectativas. En esta semana, verás investigaciones psicológicas que buscan poner a prueba esa afirmación. Empezarás revisando la influencia de los conocimientos previos sobre lo que percibimos, partiendo de estudios con adultos y con niños pequeños. Luego, explorarás el importante papel de la atención en la percepción. ¿Se puede percibir un estímulo al que no le estás prestando atención? ¿Existe la percepción por fuera de la atención y la experiencia consciente? Después, examinarás la influencia de los estados motivacionales sobre la percepción. ¿Vemos la pendiente de una colina más empinada cuando llevamos una pesada mochila que cuando no lo hacemos? ¿Vemos el arco de fútbol más grande si vamos ganando? En la lección 3 de este módulo te encontrarás con estudios que sugieren que, a veces, la percepción se alinea con nuestros intereses y necesidades. . Finalizaremos el curso presentando, en la lección 4, algunos ejemplos sobre cómo transferir los temas vistos a campos aplicados, como el tratamiento de personas con daño cerebral y el diseño de publicidades.

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Es un curso introductorio sobre la psicología de la sensación y la percepción, que explora desde lo básico hasta lo avanzado

Profundiza en la visión, llevando al estudiante paso a paso por el proceso perceptivo

Examina la influencia de la memoria, la atención y las expectativas en la percepción

Está dirigido a estudiantes de psicología y público general interesado en la comprensión de la percepción

Incluye videos, lecturas y actividades para facilitar la comprensión de los conceptos

Permite desarrollar la capacidad de reflexión y análisis de los fenómenos sensoperceptivos

Reviews summary

Highly informative perception course

This course on the Psychology of Perception has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from learners. Students have praised the course for its comprehensiveness, clarity, and engaging content. The course covers a wide range of topics related to perception, from the basics of sensation to more complex topics such as the role of memory and attention in perception. The course is well-organized and the materials are presented in a clear and concise manner. The instructor is knowledgeable and engaging, and the course is full of interesting examples and illustrations. Overall, this course is highly recommended for anyone interested in learning more about the Psychology of Perception.

Clear explanations of complex topics

"EXCELENTE, EL PROFESOR ES DE LOS MEJORES, BIEN EXPLICADO, AMENO. EN VERDAD LO DISFRUTE MUCHO."

Interesting examples and illustrations

"Excelente presentación y diseño de los temas, muy digerible y práctico para entenderlo ante situaciones del día a día"

Covers all aspects of perception

"El conosimiento que me queda de este curso es muy amplio, y pienso llevarlo para compartirlo y aplicarlo dentro de la pedagogia infantil"

Covers a wide range of topics

"excelente curso muy didactico y practico manejo de los conceptos principales de la sensacion percepcion y muy bien explicados."

Some students found the course to be too text-heavy

"Es un curso interesante porque te da una perspectiva más amplia sobre lo que es la percepción, lo que menos me gustó fue que el curso contiene demasiadas lecturas a diferencia de otros cursos que he tomado y que se centran en vídeos más fáciles de completar, eso alentó mi proceso por el curso."

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Review basic physics principles

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By reviewing basic physics principles, students can refresh their knowledge and strengthen their understanding of the fundamental concepts that will be covered in this course.

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Read through your high school physics notes or textbook.
Go online and find some practice problems to solve.
Attend a review session offered by your school or university.

Review illumination and photometry

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Review basic principles of vision physiology to prepare for discussing more complex visual phenomena later in the course.

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Read textbook chapters on illumination and photometry
Review lecture notes or online resources on these topics
Solve practice problems related to illumination and photometry

Complete online tutorials on perception

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By completing online tutorials on perception, students can gain a deeper understanding of the theories and concepts covered in this course.

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Find reputable online resources that offer tutorials on perception.
Set aside dedicated time to complete the tutorials.
Take notes and ask questions as needed.

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Identify different types of illusions

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Practice recognizing and categorizing different types of illusions to improve understanding of how the visual system can be fooled.

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Visit websites or use apps that present various optical illusions
Analyze the illusions and try to explain how they work
Classify the illusions into different categories, such as geometrical, cognitive, or physiological

Practice identifying different types of illusions

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By practicing identifying different types of illusions, students can develop a better understanding of how the mind processes and interprets sensory information.

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Find a list of common optical illusions.
Examine each illusion carefully and try to identify how it works.
Discuss your findings with a classmate or instructor.

Join a study group to discuss course material

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By joining a study group, students can engage with their peers, share their insights, and gain a deeper understanding of the course material.

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Form or join a study group with other students in the course.
Meet regularly to discuss the readings, lectures, and assignments.
Collaborate on projects and assignments.

Create a presentation on a topic related to perception

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By creating a presentation on a topic related to perception, students can demonstrate their understanding of the material and develop their communication skills.

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Choose a topic related to perception that interests you.
Research your topic and gather information from credible sources.
Organize your information into a logical and engaging presentation.
Practice your presentation and get feedback from peers or instructors.

Career center

Learners who complete Psicología de la Percepción will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Perception Researcher

As a Perception Researcher, you will be investigating the processes involved in perception, including how we see, hear, touch, taste, and smell. You will also study the factors that can influence perception, such as our expectations, beliefs, and emotions. This course can help prepare you for this kind of research by providing a solid grounding in the fundamentals of perception, including the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. If you want to build a foundation for a career as a Perception Researcher, this course is essential.

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Perceptual Psychologist

The Psychology of Perception is central to the field of Perceptual Psychology. This is an ideal foundation course for any Perceptual Psychologist. If you are interested in a career as a Perceptual Psychologist, this course will introduce you to the discipline, covering the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. It will also help you to understand how our senses work together to help us make sense of the world around us, which is essential knowledge for a successful Perceptual Psychologist.

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Vision Scientist

As a Vision Scientist, you will study the sense of sight and how it works. If this is your targeted field, this course can teach you about the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. This understanding can help you develop new treatments for vision problems. This course can help build a foundation for this career by introducing you to the key concepts in the Psychology of Perception. This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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Forensic Psychologist

Perception plays a crucial role in the field of Forensic Psychology. The testimony of eyewitnesses is often critical in criminal cases, and understanding the factors that can influence perception can help Forensic Psychologists assess the accuracy and reliability of such testimony. This course can provide you with a foundation in the Psychology of Perception, helping you understand how our senses work together to help us make sense of the world around us. You will also learn about the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. If you are interested in pursuing a career in Forensic Psychology, this course could be a great place to start.

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UI/UX Designer

UI/UX Designers create user interfaces for websites and apps. This course can provide foundational knowledge for this career by helping you understand how users perceive and interact with visual information. If you are interested in becoming a UI/UX Designer, this course will teach you about the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. It will also help you to understand how our senses work together to help us make sense of the world around us, which is critical knowledge for a successful UI/UX Designer.

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Product Designer

Product Designers need to understand the perceptual principles of their products to be successful. This course can help you learn about the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. If you are serious about Product Design, this course will teach you how our senses work together to help us make sense of the world around us, which is critical knowledge in this field.

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Cognitive Neuroscientist

This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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System Usability Researcher

System Usability Researchers evaluate the usability of products and systems. If this is your targeted field, this course can teach you about the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. This understanding can help you design products that are easier to use. This course can help build a foundation for this career by introducing you to the key concepts in the Psychology of Perception. This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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Cognitive Psychologist

The Psychology of Perception is a core topic in Cognitive Psychology. While not all Cognitive Psychologists focus on Perception, a strong foundation in this area is essential for those who do. If you want to pursue a career in Cognitive Psychology, this course may be useful to you as a starting point. It can help you learn how to differentiate between the terms 'sensation' and 'perception', identify the key methods used for studying perception, and better understand the ways in which perception is influenced by our memory, attention, and expectations. This knowledge will be useful in the field of Cognitive Psychology.

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Sensory Scientist

Sensory Scientists study the senses and how they work. If this is your targeted field, this course can teach you about the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. As a Sensory Scientist, this understanding can help you design products that are more appealing to consumers. This course can help build a foundation for this career by introducing you to the key concepts in the Psychology of Perception. This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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Behavior Scientist

This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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Web Designer

Web Designers create websites that are visually appealing and easy to use. This course can help you build a foundation for this career by introducing you to the key concepts in the Psychology of Perception. This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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Psychologist

As a Psychologist, you will study the mind and behavior of humans. This course can help build a foundation for this career by introducing you to the key concepts in the Psychology of Perception. This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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Teacher

As a teacher, you will need to be able to explain complex concepts to students at a variety of levels. Perception is a complex topic, but this course can help you build a strong foundation in the subject. This course can help build a foundation for this career by introducing you to the key concepts in the Psychology of Perception. This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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Occupational Psychologist

A strong foundational knowledge of Psychology of Perception can be very helpful for an Occupational Psychologist. If this is your targeted field, this course can help you learn about the latest advances in neuroscience and how they relate to psychological theories of perception. This course can help you understand how our senses work together to help us make sense of the world around us. This course may be useful to you as a starting point, as it will introduce you to the key concepts of this field.

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