Perception studies

• Perception is defined as a belief or opinion, often held by many people and based on how things seem 
• perceptions are subjective and variable
• Two people who see the same event may well have a different perception of that event.
• It may be influenced by:

  • Age 
  • Gender
  • Past experiences
  • Education
  • Family upbringing
  • Personality
  • Cultural background
  • mood
• equipment needed:

  • base maps
  • camera
  • sketching materials
  • prepared survey sheets
  • resources to draw mental maps.