Great ref for visual thinking and using images in the design, thinking and learning process

This is from P. Jacksons research into curriculum design. Imagery provides;
Rich alternatives to constraints imposed by language Displays relationships and dynamics that are difficult to perceive by other means
Easy to manipulate logically or intuitively
More likely to engage affective and motivational systems than language only
The search for structure and pattern is easier

Shepard, R N [1978] externalisations of mental images and the art of creation. In B S Randhowa & W E Coffnand [eds] Visual learning thinking and communication p133, 189 New York Press

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