Lesson Objective

Students will explain how the brain organizes and interprets sensory information.

How does the brain organize sensory input?

Why do optical illusions occur?

How do expectations influence perception?

How do culture and experience affect perception?

AP Psychology Unit 2

Science Practice 1: Concept Application

CCSS.RH.11-12.7

CCSS.WHST.11-12.2

C3: D2.Psy.6.9-12

Students analyze perceptual processes through illusions, experiments, and case studies to understand how individuals construct reality. (DOK 3)

Visual demonstrations

Guided observation sheets

Partner analysis

Scaffolded readings

Think-aloud modeling

  • Illusion analysis

  • Reflection response

  • Exit ticket

  • Quiz