Eleanor J. Gibson

Eleanor J. Gibson was an influential psychologist known for her research on how infants and animals learn to perceive their environment. She developed the concept of "visual perception," showing that some aspects of perception are innate, while others are learned through experience. Gibson's most famous work involved the "visual cliff" experiment, demonstrating that infants can perceive depth and avoid falling, highlighting early spatial awareness. Her contributions have deepened our understanding of perception and learning, emphasizing that perception is an active process where individuals interpret sensory information to navigate the world effectively.