Theory-into-practice: The transformation of biological precepts into mental concepts in recognizing visual images

Journal/Book: J Broadcast Electron Media. 1999; 43: 1771 N Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA. Broadcast Educ Assoc. 432-442.

Abstract: Comprehending and understanding visual images (particularly moving images) result from a series of complex biological (brain) and mental (mind) processes and activities. The two main academic disciplines that explain the functions performed by the organs of visual and auditory perception (eyes, ears, brain) are perceptual psychology and neurophysiology, whereas cognitive and behavioral psychologies are the main academic disciplines that explain the mental activities, processes, and functions of the mind. The transformation of biological precepts into mental concepts are presented as they relate to recognizing and understanding moving visual images. Specifically, this article (a) reviews the various biological and mental functions of the human brain as they relate to moving images, (b) discusses how visual precepts (codified visual bits) are transformed into visual concepts (holistic visual units), and (ci provides suggestions as to the construction of moving images, particularly televised images.

Note: Article Metallinos N, Concordia Univ, Dept Commun Studies, Montreal, PQ, CANADA

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