control–display ratio

in ergonomics, the ratio between the distance that a control or input device (e.g., a computer mouse) is moved by the operator and the consequent distance that the object it controls (e.g., the cursor) is moved on the display (e.g., the computer screen).

Browse dictionary by letter

a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z

Psychology term of the day

February 14th 2025

educational sport psychology

a specialty focused on the use of psychological methods to improve performance in sport. Educational sport psychologists assist participants in sport to optimize performance enhancement through, for example, use of imagery and attentional focus. Education and training may also be informed by sport science, physical education, or kinesiology. Compare clinical sport psychology.