The difference between cognitive processing (internal mental model) and direct perception lies in how information is processed or attuned and used for decision-making in dynamic environments like sports.
Cognitive Processing (Internal Mental Model) This approach suggests that the brain constructs an internal representation of the world to guide decision-making. Athletes rely on memory, prediction, & internal computations to process information & anticipate future events. Key Characteristics:
Direct Perception Rooted in ecological psychology, direct perception suggests that the environment provides all necessary information for action without requiring internal representations. Athletes perceive affordances (opportunities for action) directly from the game environment. Key Characteristics:
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Cognitive Processing & Direct Perception Table by theuofstrength
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