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List 4 functions (intention/benefits/goals) of positive theory:
List 4 functions (intention/benefits/goals) of positive theory:
- Build machines to solve problems that existed
- To become value free (correct)
- To be un-biased (correct)
- To educate the individual (correct)
According to Nesbit (1996), design theory may gain legitimacy through persuasion.
According to Nesbit (1996), design theory may gain legitimacy through persuasion.
True (A)
Like normative theory, positive theory is also generally considered value free.
Like normative theory, positive theory is also generally considered value free.
False (B)
Normative theory could relate to design process (procedural).
Normative theory could relate to design process (procedural).
It is a design professionals' attitude towards the built environment are often related to their attitude towards people.
It is a design professionals' attitude towards the built environment are often related to their attitude towards people.
Define theory as presented during the first lecture (and as listed on the definition handout).
Define theory as presented during the first lecture (and as listed on the definition handout).
Which of the following is not related to Kruff's book A History of Architectural Theory?
Which of the following is not related to Kruff's book A History of Architectural Theory?
Define two types of research.
Define two types of research.
Evidence-based design research based design generally refers to which typology?
Evidence-based design research based design generally refers to which typology?
How is philosophy different from theory?
How is philosophy different from theory?
Using the following terms, outline the model of theory as presented in the class: (procedural, normative, natural/environment, positive, person/environment, substantive)
Using the following terms, outline the model of theory as presented in the class: (procedural, normative, natural/environment, positive, person/environment, substantive)
Design praxis could be different than design practice and that it includes both theory and practice.
Design praxis could be different than design practice and that it includes both theory and practice.
List three of the seven habits of mind that dispose one towards theoretical thinking.
List three of the seven habits of mind that dispose one towards theoretical thinking.
According to the lecture, when did the development of environmental behavioral sciences and related human needs begin?
According to the lecture, when did the development of environmental behavioral sciences and related human needs begin?
Scientific method involves principles and procedures for the systematic pursuit of knowledge involving:
Scientific method involves principles and procedures for the systematic pursuit of knowledge involving:
Synthesis is related to deductive reasoning.
Synthesis is related to deductive reasoning.
According to the Paul and Elder reading, inert information is the basis for activated knowledge.
According to the Paul and Elder reading, inert information is the basis for activated knowledge.
According to Nesbitt (theorizing a new agenda for architecture),...
According to Nesbitt (theorizing a new agenda for architecture),...
The value of theory for environmental design is related to the power of prediction.
The value of theory for environmental design is related to the power of prediction.
Believe may be characterized as stronger than mere underground opinion but weaker than full knowledge.
Believe may be characterized as stronger than mere underground opinion but weaker than full knowledge.
Groat and Wang 2002 stated that middle range theories have a wide applicability across disciplines.
Groat and Wang 2002 stated that middle range theories have a wide applicability across disciplines.
We generally recognize the work of individual designers by the design concept they use.
We generally recognize the work of individual designers by the design concept they use.
According to Nesbitt, which of the following was/ were not a postmodern theoretical theme?
According to Nesbitt, which of the following was/ were not a postmodern theoretical theme?
Give an example of a conflict of interest related to their professional practice of interior design.
Give an example of a conflict of interest related to their professional practice of interior design.
Something according to Paul and Elder, list three types of implications in any situation
Something according to Paul and Elder, list three types of implications in any situation
In relation to Brunswick Probabilistic Functionalism, distal cues are subjective and proximal cues are objective.
In relation to Brunswick Probabilistic Functionalism, distal cues are subjective and proximal cues are objective.
Research indicates that most observers prefer ornate and single-purpose buildings.
Research indicates that most observers prefer ornate and single-purpose buildings.
Thank you for considering spatial cognition, social legibility is generally not related to culture.
Thank you for considering spatial cognition, social legibility is generally not related to culture.
List 3 of Kevin Lynch's five elements of setting that contribute to legibility.
List 3 of Kevin Lynch's five elements of setting that contribute to legibility.
Jack Nassar's abstract relevant properties include which of the following?
Jack Nassar's abstract relevant properties include which of the following?
Phenomenologists reduce the distinction between the setting and the perceiver.
Phenomenologists reduce the distinction between the setting and the perceiver.
Proper signage is a solution to way finding.
Proper signage is a solution to way finding.
Spatial cognition primarily relates to the manner in which we process, store, and recall information.
Spatial cognition primarily relates to the manner in which we process, store, and recall information.
Need to cancel for signage and meaning in the environment are related to four distinct processes, which of the following was not mentioned in the Gifford textbook?
Need to cancel for signage and meaning in the environment are related to four distinct processes, which of the following was not mentioned in the Gifford textbook?
How does Gibson's concept of affordances differ from Brunswick's probabilistic functionalism?
How does Gibson's concept of affordances differ from Brunswick's probabilistic functionalism?
Berlin's collective properties include the following except:
Berlin's collective properties include the following except:
Give an example of Herbert Left's exercise - a way of enhancing our awareness of the environment.
Give an example of Herbert Left's exercise - a way of enhancing our awareness of the environment.
According to research, people generally prefer square rooms rather than rectangular rooms even though square rooms are often perceived to be smaller.
According to research, people generally prefer square rooms rather than rectangular rooms even though square rooms are often perceived to be smaller.
James Russell and Maribel Bean’s model of emotional response references pleasure and arousal in developing a pattern of emotions.
James Russell and Maribel Bean’s model of emotional response references pleasure and arousal in developing a pattern of emotions.
Explain the difference between environmental appraisals and environmental assessments.
Explain the difference between environmental appraisals and environmental assessments.
The Weber-Fechner Law relates to:
The Weber-Fechner Law relates to:
Stephen and Rachel Kaplan's preference framework include the following except?
Stephen and Rachel Kaplan's preference framework include the following except?
Research methods: what is a potential problem with self-report methods?
Research methods: what is a potential problem with self-report methods?
According to Kaplan's Preference Framework, which of the following is an inaccurate statement?
According to Kaplan's Preference Framework, which of the following is an inaccurate statement?
Generally and increase Helson's adaptation level theory relates to levels of environmental simulation.
Generally and increase Helson's adaptation level theory relates to levels of environmental simulation.
According to Jack Nassar, an exciting building will show...
According to Jack Nassar, an exciting building will show...
In general, our Kaplan's preference framework, combined categories of order and complexity and legibility and mystery, different?
In general, our Kaplan's preference framework, combined categories of order and complexity and legibility and mystery, different?
Integral theory person and environment are part of one inclusive entity. This refers to which of the following?
Integral theory person and environment are part of one inclusive entity. This refers to which of the following?
A key to critical thinking is to question and doubt.
A key to critical thinking is to question and doubt.
The value of theory is for interior design is related to its power of prediction.
The value of theory is for interior design is related to its power of prediction.
Territoriality, how is marking a territory different than personalization of a territory?
Territoriality, how is marking a territory different than personalization of a territory?
With reference to territoriality, the name for a type of defense that is used at the edge of interactional territories and consists of a ritual engaged by hosts and visitors is referred to as...
With reference to territoriality, the name for a type of defense that is used at the edge of interactional territories and consists of a ritual engaged by hosts and visitors is referred to as...
Social boundaries generally those with more internal locus of control engage in more environmentally responsible behaviors and are more likely to be political activists.
Social boundaries generally those with more internal locus of control engage in more environmentally responsible behaviors and are more likely to be political activists.
According to the Gifford text, an idea would not be considered a type of territory.
According to the Gifford text, an idea would not be considered a type of territory.
Social pedal settings discourage social interaction.
Social pedal settings discourage social interaction.
Defensive individuals participate more in a circular setting configuration.
Defensive individuals participate more in a circular setting configuration.
Personal space is influenced by a person's self-construal and personality.
Personal space is influenced by a person's self-construal and personality.
Why would individuals with more internal locus of control engage in more environmentally responsible behaviors compared to external locus of control?
Why would individuals with more internal locus of control engage in more environmentally responsible behaviors compared to external locus of control?
An old rule of thumb says that when 60% of seats in the room are taken some new arrivals will leave rather than take a seat.
An old rule of thumb says that when 60% of seats in the room are taken some new arrivals will leave rather than take a seat.
By the age of 12 children use personal space approximately the way adults do.
By the age of 12 children use personal space approximately the way adults do.
Class lecture listed 7 characteristics that would lead to successful action research process, which of the following would generally not be considered a characteristic?
Class lecture listed 7 characteristics that would lead to successful action research process, which of the following would generally not be considered a characteristic?
Intelligence is generally not considered a factor in how much space a person marks off for their territory.
Intelligence is generally not considered a factor in how much space a person marks off for their territory.
There is proof that territoriality perception and behavior is inherited.
There is proof that territoriality perception and behavior is inherited.
According to your class lecture notes, list 3 functions and territories.
According to your class lecture notes, list 3 functions and territories.
The more design can provide primary territories for every person, the better.
The more design can provide primary territories for every person, the better.
Why would Kurt Lewin's field theory foreign hall be important for an interior designer?
Why would Kurt Lewin's field theory foreign hall be important for an interior designer?
In the summary of chapter 5, at the very least designers should offer people in relation to furniture arrangements...
In the summary of chapter 5, at the very least designers should offer people in relation to furniture arrangements...
Type A personalities tend to claim smaller personal space.
Type A personalities tend to claim smaller personal space.
Personal space individuals generally choose larger distances between people indoors and outdoors.
Personal space individuals generally choose larger distances between people indoors and outdoors.
Flashcards
Positive Theory Function
Positive Theory Function
Educate individuals, build problem-solving machines, and aim for value-free and unbiased perspectives in design theories.
Design Theory Legitimacy
Design Theory Legitimacy
Design theory can gain acceptance through persuasion, following the approach of design researchers.
Positive Theory Value-Free
Positive Theory Value-Free
Positive theory is not generally considered value-free, compared to normative theories.
Normative Theory and Design Process
Normative Theory and Design Process
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Design Professional Attitudes
Design Professional Attitudes
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Definition of Theory
Definition of Theory
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Kruff's Book Focus
Kruff's Book Focus
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Research Types
Research Types
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Evidence-Based Design
Evidence-Based Design
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Philosophy vs. Theory
Philosophy vs. Theory
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Theory Model (Components)
Theory Model (Components)
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Design Praxis vs. Practice
Design Praxis vs. Practice
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Theoretical Thinking Habits
Theoretical Thinking Habits
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Environmental Behavioral Sciences Start
Environmental Behavioral Sciences Start
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Scientific Method Steps
Scientific Method Steps
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Synthesis and Deductive Reasoning
Synthesis and Deductive Reasoning
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Inert and Activated Knowledge
Inert and Activated Knowledge
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Theory and Architectural Aspirations
Theory and Architectural Aspirations
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Belief Strength
Belief Strength
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Middle-Range Theories
Middle-Range Theories
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Designer Recognition
Designer Recognition
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Study Notes
Positive Theory Functions
- To educate individuals
- To create machines to solve existing problems
- To become value-free
- To be unbiased
Design Theory Legitimacy
- According to Nesbit (1996), design theory can gain legitimacy through persuasion.
Normative Theory and Value-Free
- Positive theory, like normative theory, is not generally considered value-free.
Design Process and Procedural Theory
- Normative theory can relate to the design process (procedural).
Professional Attitudes and Built Environment
- Design professionals' attitudes towards the built environment are often linked to their attitudes towards people.
Theory Definition
- Theory, as defined in lecture and handout, is a rigorous and creative structuring of ideas, showcasing a tentative, purposeful, and systematic understanding of phenomena.
Kruff's Book on Architectural Theory
- Architectural theory is not related to a systematic study of social response.
Types of Research
- Two types of research include gathering information and creating new knowledge (a systematic process).
Evidence-Based Design Research
- Evidence-based design research generally refers to healthcare.
Philosophy vs. Theory
- Philosophy delves deeply into a subject, potentially presenting numerous ideas, whereas a theory is an idea which can be proven or disproven.
Theory Model
- The theory model as presented includes: procedural, normative, natural/environment, positive, person/environment, and substantive.
Design Praxis vs. Design Practice
- Design praxis encompasses both theory and practice, potentially differing from design practice.
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