Imagery and verbal processes - Hardcover

Paivio, Allan

 
9780030851735: Imagery and verbal processes

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Imagery and Verbal Processes by Allan Paivio explores the relationship between mental imagery and language in cognitive processes. Paivio introduces the dual-coding theory, which suggests that information is processed through two distinct systems: one for verbal information and another for visual imagery. He examines how these systems interact in memory, learning, and problem-solving, providing experimental evidence for the role of imagery in enhancing comprehension and recall. The book has significant implications for psychology, education, and artificial intelligence, offering insights into how verbal and non-verbal representations shape human cognition. It remains a foundational work in cognitive psychology and learning theory.

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