Whitings Info Processing Model

Question 1

What 5 things does his info processing model consist of?

Answer 1

• Input data from display
• Receptor systems
• Central mechanisms (perceptual, translatory, effector)
• Muscular systems
• Feedback data

Question 2

Describe the perceptual mechanism

Answer 2

• Interpreting stage
• A judgement is made regarding the incoming information received by the sense organs
• Perception involves the DCR process (detection/comparison/recognition)
• Selective attention occurs

Question 3

Describe the translatory mechanism

Answer 3

• Decision making stage
• Using information from the perceptual mechanism, a decision is made on what action should be taken, with the help of previous experiences stored in the memory
• The correct response is selected in the form of a motor programme and put into action

Question 4

Describe the effector mechanism

Answer 4

• Transfer stage
• Once the motor programme/plan of action is selected, this decision is put into action by sending impulses to the relevant working muscles to carry out the movement