Perceiving the Affordances of Others - Lecture 435

Explore the fascinating topic of perceiving affordances for others in this 23-minute video lecture by Rob Gray. Delve into the intriguing questions of how well humans can perceive action opportunities available to others, what information is used in this process, and whether we can perceive nested affordances - being sensitive to both another person's current action capabilities and impending changes in their abilities. Examine the implications of this research for coaching and athletic performance. Discover key studies on choosing throwable objects for others, continuous processes in perceiving and remembering affordances, and the role of essential kinematic information and athletic experience in affordance perception. Gain insights from an information-based approach to action understanding. Access additional resources, including related articles, the speaker's research page, and podcast information to further expand your knowledge on this captivating subject in perception and action research.

435 – Perceiving the Affordances of Others