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Author : Richard S. Marken
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-04
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781108485586
This book describes psychological research methods that treat the behavior of living organisms as purposeful rather than mechanical.
Author : William Treval Powers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1992-01-01
Category : Control theory
ISBN : 0962415421
Author : William T. Powers
Publisher : Living Control Systems Publ
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-17
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781938090127
These introductions and readings provide a comprehensive range of information for the study of Perceptual Control Theory—papers, books, book reviews, resources on-line, demos and tutorial programs for your computer. Perceptual Control Theory, PCT, results from one man's curiosity, expertise, creativity and determination. The articles, books, and tutorial programs introduced in this volume would not have been written, certainly not this way, if it were not for William T. (Bill) Powers's seminal insight and tireless efforts across more that sixty years. The PCT explanation for what behavior is, how it works and what it accomplishes is well documented. It lays a foundation for a new natural science and can handle behavioral phenomena within a single testable concept of how living systems work. You can demonstrate it yourself with functioning computer simulations. Whether you are interested in improving education, resolving chronic psychological stress, understanding what is going on with an inconsolable baby, understanding the basis for our universal sense of justice, getting a different take on what emotions are, resolving conflict in general, becoming a better parent, manager, sales person, friend or lover, you will find fascinating insight when you review these readings and study this new explanatory concept with care.
Author : William Treval Powers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 096471213X
Selected papers of William T. Powers: 22 articles and papers published here for the first time. This second in the Living Control Systems series underscores the potential of control theory to revolutionize the life sciences, in particular psychology... where, indeed, the theory found its most responsive audience. Powers makes the case for testable models in the tradition of scientific integrity, as the means for developing a genuine science of living control systems. Also included, selected published works on Living Control Systems, 1989-1991.
Author : Warren Mansell
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 682 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2020-05-16
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780128189498
Interdisciplinary Handbook of Perceptual Control Theory Volume II: Living in the Loop brings together the latest research, theory, and applications from W. T. Powers’ Perceptual Control Theory (PCT) that proposes that the behavior of a living organism lies in the control of perceived aspects of both itself and its environment. Sections cover theory, the application of PCT to a broad range of disciplines, why perceptual control is fundamental to understanding human nature, a new way to do research on brain processes and behavior, how the role of natural selection in behavior can be demystified, how engineers can emulate human purposeful behavior in robots, and much more. Each chapter includes an author biography to set the context of their work within the development of PCT. Presents case studies that show how PCT can be applied in different disciplines Illustrates the Test for the Controlled Variable (TCV) and the construction of functional models as fruitful alternatives to mainstream experimental design when studying behavior Shows how theory illuminates structure and functions in brain anatomy Compares and contrasts PCT with other contemporary, interdisciplinary theories
Author : William T Powers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-14
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9798218324193
Making Sense of Behavior is the long-anticipated work on Perceptual Control Theory (PCT) by the originator written for the general reader in nontechnical language. From the author: "This is a book about human nature, as we try to guess about it by watching human behavior. It's about a particular theory that seems to fit a great deal of what we see people doing and a great deal of our own private experience. A lot of people think that this is a pretty good theory. But my object in this book is not to persuade you that the theory is right, either by itself or by comparison with other theories. My main objective is to tell you what the theory is and why it has been constructed as it is. I will tell you of the observations that I have thought needed an explanation, and of how this theory appears to explain them. You can decide for yourself whether the theory and the observations go together, and are important."
Author : William T. Powers,Philip J. Runkel
Publisher : Living Control Systems Publ
Page : 606 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780974015514
Correspondence between William T. Powers, originator of Perceptual Control Theory, PCT, and Philip J. Runkel, professor of psychology and education at the University of Oregon. 500 pages of original letters show how Phil Runkel reevaluated everything he knew about psychology. This focused correspondence deals with the science (or lack thereof) and (inappropriate) methods used in psychology while introducing a new approach to a new natural science of psychology. Enclosures that go with the letters are available on the web.
Author : Warren Mansell,Eva de Hullu,Vyv Huddy,Tom Scholte
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2023-03-14
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780323998413
Given the fundamental challenges to society in this era, a radical rewrite of how we approach science and culture is necessary. This handbook applies Perceptual Control Theory (PCT) to achieve a much needed convergence across the physical, life and social sciences, the humanities and arts. In doing so it addresses challenges such as mental illness, dementia, cancer care, toxic masculinity and societal oppression. It also reveals how PCT can be applied to practical issues such as understanding healthcare service implementation and human-machine interaction, as well as deeper questions such as consciousness and imagination. This second volume of the successful interdisciplinary handbook offers rich examples of how the unifying perceptual control framework can provide a viable alternative to existing theories and methodologies for a timely paradigm shift. Examines the relationship between our perceptions, consciousness, and imagination Provides computational and mathematical models for physiological systems, such as human movement, human-machine interaction, and psychological processes such as recovery from mental health problems Presents health as control which leads to game-changing suggestions in designing interventions for health behavior, cancer support, care for dementia, and mental health services Helps readers comprehend goals of teachers and students in education from a PCT perspective to show how educative interactions could be less coercive and foster flourishing The value of PCT is demonstrated in understanding cultural memes and social challenges such as toxic masculinity
Author : Leonard Ernest Bayliss
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1966
Category : Biological control systems
ISBN : LCCN:66009600
Author : Rao V. Dukkipati
Publisher : Alpha Science Int'l Ltd.
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 184265179X
Discusses in a concise but through manner fundamental statement of the theory, principles and methods for the analysis and design of control systems and their applications to real life practical control systems problems. This book includes concepts and review of classical matrix analysis, Laplace transforms, modeling of mechanical, and electrical.
Author : Ernest O. Doebelin
Publisher : ernest otto doebelin
Page : 596 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1985-06-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0471088153
Designed for graduate and upper-level undergraduate engineering students, this is an introduction to control systems, their functions, and their current role in engineering design. Organized from a design rather than an analysis viewpoint, it shows students how to carry out practical engineering design on all types of control systems. Covers basic analysis, operating and design techniques as well as hardware/software implementation. Includes case studies.
Author : William T. Powers
Publisher : Living Control Systems Publishing
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2016-05-17
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1938090136
This volume is an expanded, updated and rearranged version of Perceptual Control Theory: Science & Applications - A Book of Readings, which is no longer in print. These introductions and readings provide a comprehensive range of information for the study of Perceptual Control Theory papers, books, book reviews, resources on-line, demos and tutorial programs for your computer. Perceptual Control Theory, PCT, results from one man's curiosity, expertise, creativity and determination. The articles, books, and tutorial programs introduced in this volume would not have been written, certainly not this way, if it were not for William T. (Bill) Powers's seminal insight and tireless efforts across more that sixty years. The PCT explanation for what behavior is, how it works and what it accomplishes is well documented. It lays a foundation for a new natural science and can handle behavioral phenomena within a single testable concept of how living systems work. You can demonstrate it yourself with functioning computer simulations. Whether you are interested in improving education, resolving chronic psychological stress, understanding what is going on with an inconsolable baby, understanding the basis for our universal sense of justice, getting a different take on what emotions are, resolving conflict in general, becoming a better parent, manager, sales person, friend or lover, you will find fascinating insight when you review these readings and study this new explanatory concept with care."
Author : A. Y. Lerner
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781468417043
The development of science consists not only of deepening and widening the already established scientific disciplines but also depends on the emergence of new ones. The emergence and development of new sciences is influenced primarily by two factors: isolation and generalisation. Isolation of scientific disciplines is due to the discovery of new objects of investigation and the emergence of specific scientific trends. This leads to the study of a relatively narrow class of objects which are characterised by their specific approach to both the formulation and the solution of problems. Examples of this type of specific scientific diSciplines include, for instance, chemistry of high molecular compounds and the theory of electrical machines, which are both devoted to the study of a relatively narrow field. In addition there are the more general scientific disciplines, whose characteristics are that they are created for the purpose of studying such natural phenomena as occur in a very wide class of objects. Disciplines of this type are, for instance, the theory of dimensions and the theory of similarity, the theory of dynamic systems and thermodynamics. The very general, as opposed to the very specific, sciences tend by their nature to be more theoretical and depend much more on the language, mathematical or otherwise, used to describe them.
Author : Monique Boekaerts,Paul R Pintrich,Moshe Zeidner
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 814 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2005-07-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780080575490
The Handbook of Self-Regulation represents state-of-the-art coverage of the latest theory, research, and developments in applications of self-regulation research. Chapters are of interest to psychologists interested in the development and operation of self-regulation as well as applications to health, organizational, clinical, and educational psychology.This book pulls together theory, research, and applications in the self-regulation domain and provides broad coverage of conceptual, methodological, and treatment issues. In view of the burgeoning interest and massive research on various aspects of self-regulation, the time seems ripe for this Handbook, aimed at reflecting the current state of the field. The goal is to provide researchers, students, and clinicians in the field with substantial state-of-the-art overviews, reviews, and reflections on the conceptual and methodological issues and complexities particular to self-regulation research. Coverage of state-of-the-art in self-regulation research from different perspectives Application of self-regulation research to health, clinical, organizational, and educational psychology Brings together in one volume research on self-regulation in different subdisciplines Most comprehensive and penetrating compendium of information on self-regulation from multi-disciplinary perspectives
Author : Warren Mansell,David E. Linden,Veena Kumari,Liam Mason
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 107 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-15
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9782889710515