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Sensory, Attentional and Perceptual Processes — Chapter Summary

CBSE · Class 11 · Psychology

Summary of Sensory, Attentional and Perceptual Processes for CBSE Class 11 Psychology. Part of the CBSE Class 11 Psychology syllabus.

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Overview

Human beings understand the world through sensation, attention, and perception. Seven sense organs collect ten varieties of stimuli from the external and internal world. Attention selects limited information from the many stimuli around us, and perception gives meaning to what is selected. These pro

Key Concepts

Sensation is the initial experience

Sensation is the initial experience of a stimulus through a sense organ. It is the basic process through which physical stimuli are detected and encod

Each sense organ is specialised

Each sense organ is specialised for a particular kind of information and is called a sense modality. Human beings have seven sense organs: eyes, ears,

Absolute threshold is the minimum value

Absolute threshold is the minimum value of a stimulus required to activate a sensory system. It is measured as the stimulus level detected on 50% of o

Difference threshold is the smallest change

Difference threshold is the smallest change in a stimulus that can be noticed as a difference in sensation on 50% of trials.

Attention is the process through

Attention is the process through which certain stimuli are selected from many others. It also includes alertness, concentration, and search.

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the nature of sensory processes and stimulus limits
  • Describe attention and its types
  • Understand selective attention, sustained attention, divided attention, and span of attention
  • Explain attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and its features
  • Describe perception and its processing approaches

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Sensory, Attentional and Perceptual Processes for CBSE Class 11 Psychology?
Key topics in Sensory, Attentional and Perceptual Processes include Knowing the World Through Senses, Attention: Selection and Focus, Theories of Selective Attention, Span of Attention and ADHD. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Sensory, Attentional and Perceptual Processes for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 100 practice questions on Sensory, Attentional and Perceptual Processes. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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