Cognitive Development and Sociocultural Theory Quiz

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What distinguishes domain-general abilities from domain-specific abilities?

Domain-general abilities are controlled by the mind-brain function, while domain-specific abilities are not.

Domain-general abilities are only related to memory, while domain-specific abilities are related to problem-solving.

Domain-general abilities are specific to one cognitive domain, while domain-specific abilities influence performance over a wide range of situations.

Domain-general abilities influence performance over a wide range of situations, while domain-specific abilities are specific to one cognitive domain. (correct)

According to Lev Vygotsky, how is development guided?

By genetic factors independent of culture or society.

By personal experiences without interactions with others.

By adults and collaboration with others within a cultural context. (correct)

By individual efforts without external influences.

Which of Vygotsky's levels of development focuses on changes over evolutionary time?

Phylogenetic (correct)

Microgenetic

Ontogenetic

Sociohistorical

What is the key difference between digital natives and digital immigrants?

Digital natives grew up in an age of digital technology, while digital immigrants adapted to technology later in life. Signup and view all the answers

What does the sociocultural perspective emphasize about development?

The cultural context determines how, where, and when interactions take place. Signup and view all the answers

What does infantile amnesia refer to?

The lack of memory for early life events. Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe the processes involved in regulating attention and determining what to do with information that is just gathered or retrieved from long-term memory?

Executive function Signup and view all the answers

How does knowledge base influence children's thinking, as per the text?

Knowledge base significantly affects how children think. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) according to the text?

The difference between a child's actual level of ability and the level they can achieve with guidance Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of adults in scaffolding within the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)?

To provide temporary support while gradually reducing it as the child advances Signup and view all the answers

How does Guided Participation, as described by Rogoff, differ from formal instruction?

Guided Participation involves adult-child interactions during various activities and communication Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of Legitimate Peripheral Participation imply about acquiring culturally appropriate behaviors?

Children observe and acquire culturally appropriate behaviors through peripheral involvement in adult activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the Visual Preference Paradigm used for in developmental studies?

To observe infants' responses to different visual stimuli and infer preferences Signup and view all the answers

How is Dishabituation different from Habituation?

Habituation involves response decrease while Dishabituation involves response increase with a new stimulus Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Domain-General and Domain-Specific Abilities

Domain-general abilities are general cognitive processes that are applicable across various domains, whereas domain-specific abilities are specific to a particular domain or task.

Vygotsky's Theory of Development

Development is guided by social interactions, language, and culture.
The phylogenetic level of development focuses on changes over evolutionary time.

Digital Natives and Digital Immigrants

Digital natives are individuals born in the digital age, who are naturally proficient in digital technologies, whereas digital immigrants are individuals who have adapted to digital technologies later in life.

Sociocultural Perspective

The sociocultural perspective emphasizes that development is shaped by cultural and social factors.

Memory Development

Infantile amnesia refers to the inability of adults to recall early childhood memories.

Information Processing

The term "executive function" describes the processes involved in regulating attention and determining what to do with information that is just gathered or retrieved from long-term memory.

Knowledge Base and Children's Thinking

Children's thinking is influenced by their existing knowledge base, which affects how they process new information.

Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)

The Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) is the range of knowledge that children can learn with guidance from a more knowledgeable other.

Role of Adults in Scaffolding

Adults play a crucial role in scaffolding by providing support, guidance, and feedback to help children learn within the ZPD.

Guided Participation vs. Formal Instruction

Guided participation, as described by Rogoff, involves collaborative learning, whereas formal instruction involves direct teaching.

Legitimate Peripheral Participation

Legitimate Peripheral Participation implies that acquiring culturally appropriate behaviors involves gradual, active participation in cultural practices.

Visual Preference Paradigm

The Visual Preference Paradigm is used to study infant perception and cognitive development.

Habituation and Dishabituation

Habituation is the process of becoming accustomed to a stimulus, whereas Dishabituation is the recovery of a response to a stimulus after habituation.

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Test your knowledge on cognitive development, domain-general abilities, domain-specific abilities, and Lev Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory. Learn about the impact of brain functions on memory and the idea of modularity in the brain.