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Development of a Gaze-Contingent Display Framework Designed for Perceptual and Oculomotor Research with Simulated Central Vision Loss

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Special issue on recent advances in perceptual learning.

Andrew R Delamater¹, Ciro Civile², I P L McLaren²

¹Department of Psychology, Brooklyn College, City University of New York.

Journal of Experimental Psychology. Animal Learning and Cognition

|February 1, 2021

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This special issue explores perceptual learning, highlighting recent discoveries and ongoing research questions. While progress has been made, further investigation into perceptual learning is needed.

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Area of Science:

Cognitive Psychology
Neuroscience
Perception

Background:

Perceptual learning is a fundamental cognitive process.
Understanding the mechanisms of perceptual learning is crucial for various fields.
Previous research has established basic phenomena but left many questions unanswered.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a collection of studies on perceptual learning.
To highlight recent advancements and discoveries in the field.
To identify areas requiring further research and investigation.

Main Methods:

This work is a collection of studies.
It is based on the Exeter workshop.
Methods vary across the included studies, reflecting diverse research approaches.

Main Results:

The collection showcases novel findings in perceptual learning research.
It demonstrates significant progress in understanding the basic phenomena.
It also underscores the complexity and remaining unknowns in the field.

Conclusions:

Perceptual learning remains a dynamic and fruitful area of scientific inquiry.
The presented studies offer valuable insights and inspire future research directions.
Continued exploration is essential for a comprehensive understanding of perceptual learning.