architectural programming

determination of the performance requirements of buildings and other physical facilities prior to construction. Key considerations include the behavior expected to occur or not to occur in the space, user groups with special needs, and any trade-offs in the behavioral consequences of various design decisions. See also behavior mapping; postoccupancy evaluation.

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January 30th 2025

symbolic learning theory

a theory that attempts to explain how imagery works in performance enhancement. It suggests that imagery develops and enhances a coding system that creates a mental blueprint of what has to be done to complete an action.