Cognitive Development Theory Overview
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Which of the following theories is associated with Freud?

  • Psychoanalytic Theory (correct)
  • Humanistic Theory
  • Behavioral Theory
  • Cognitive Development Theory

    • Piaget's theory focuses on emotional development.

    False

    What is the primary focus of Freud's theory?

    Unconscious motivations and childhood experiences

    Piaget is best known for his theory of __________ development.

    <p>cognitive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the theorist to their primary area of study:

    <p>Freud = Psychoanalysis Piaget = Cognitive Development Erikson = Psychosocial Development Skinner = Behaviorism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term assimilation refer to in cognitive development?

    <p>Fitting a new experience into an existing schema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Assimilation involves creating entirely new cognitive structures.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main process described by the term assimilation?

    <p>Fitting a new experience into an existing cognitive structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Assimilation is a process that helps individuals fit new experiences into their existing _____ structures.

    <p>cognitive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following cognitive concepts to their definitions:

    <p>Assimilation = Fitting new experiences into existing schemas Accommodation = Adjusting or creating schemas based on new experiences Schema = A mental structure that organizes knowledge Cognition = The process of acquiring knowledge and understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with the Cognitive Theory of Development?

    <p>Jean Piaget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Cognitive Theory of Development is focused on the emotional growth of children.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What visual element represents the focus of the slide on Cognitive Theory of Development?

    <p>A graphic of a child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cognitive Theory of Development is attributed to __________.

    <p>Jean Piaget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms related to the Cognitive Theory of Development:

    <p>Assimilation = Integrating new information into existing schemas Accommodation = Modifying schemas based on new information Schemas = Mental frameworks for understanding the world Developmental Stages = Phases of cognitive growth identified by Piaget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many bears did the siblings add to their collection?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Riel believes there are more stuffed animals than bears.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many types of stuffed animals did the siblings add?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Tria, Enzo, and Riel added __ stuffed animals in total.

    <p>13</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the siblings to their ages:

    <p>Tria = 10 Enzo = 8 Riel = 4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'schema' refer to in cognitive development?

    <p>Cognitive structures for organizing the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Schemas are only related to emotional responses in cognitive development.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are schemas used for in cognitive development?

    <p>Organizing and adapting to the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cognitive development, a schema helps individuals adapt to and organize their _____

    <p>environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Schema = Cognitive structure for organizing experiences Cognitive Development = The process of growth in thinking abilities Adaptation = Adjusting to new information Environment = The surroundings and context in which a person lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'accommodation' refer to in cognitive development?

    <p>The process of creating a new schema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of accommodation is about modifying existing schemas.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What animal is depicted in the presentation slide?

    <p>goat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A presentation slide displays an animal that has a bell around its neck, which is a ______.

    <p>goat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the animal names with their typical sounds:

    <p>Goat = Baa Dog = Bark Cat = Meow Cow = Moo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the process of achieving a balance between assimilation and accommodation?

    <p>Equilibration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cognitive disequilibrium occurs when there is no discrepancy between what is perceived and what is understood.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two key concepts involved in the process of equilibration?

    <p>Assimilation and accommodation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The act of integrating new experiences into existing schemas is referred to as __________.

    <p>assimilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the sensorimotor stage?

    <p>Cognitive development through senses and muscle movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Object permanence is the understanding that objects do not exist when they cannot be seen.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the cognitive concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Assimilation = Integrating new information into existing schemas Accommodation = Adjusting existing schemas to fit new information Equilibration = Balance between assimilation and accommodation Cognitive Disequilibrium = Discrepancy between perceived and understood information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which stage does a child begin to develop object permanence?

    <p>Sensorimotor stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sensorimotor stage occurs from _____ to _____.

    <p>birth, infancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the activity with its developmental focus in the sensorimotor stage:

    <p>Grasping reflex = Initial reflexive response Sucking = Basic sensory exploration Reaching = Organizing movement and activity Playing with objects = Learning about the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT associated with the Pre-Operational Stage of cognitive development?

    <p>Deductive reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Children in the Pre-Operational Stage can accurately perform reverse operations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the age range for children in the Pre-Operational Stage?

    <p>Two to seven years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Children in the Pre-Operational Stage have a tendency to attribute human-like traits to _____ objects.

    <p>inanimate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characteristics of the Pre-Operational Stage with their definitions:

    <p>Irreversibility = Inability to reverse a thought or action Animism = Attributing human traits to inanimate objects Transductive reasoning = Reasoning that lacks inductive or deductive logic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key characteristic of the Pre-Operational Stage in cognitive development?

    <p>The ability to make mental representations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Centration refers to a child's ability to focus on multiple aspects of an object or event simultaneously.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define egocentrism in the context of cognitive development.

    <p>Egocentrism is the tendency of a child to view the world from their own perspective and assume that others share the same point of view.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Pre-Operational Stage, children show the ability for __________ function, which allows them to represent objects and events.

    <p>symbolic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Symbolic function = Ability to represent objects and events Egocentrism = Tendency to see the world only from one's own perspective Centration = Focus on one aspect of an object while ignoring others Pre-Operational Stage = Cognitive stage covering ages two to seven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cognitive Development Theory

    • Assimilation: incorporating new experiences into existing cognitive structures (schemas).
    • Accommodation: creating new schemas to adapt to new experiences.
    • Equilibration: balancing assimilation and accommodation.
    • Schema: mental structures used to organize and adapt to the surrounding environment.
    • Cognitive Disequilibrium: a mismatch between what is perceived and understood.

    Stages of Cognitive Development

    Stage 1: Sensorimotor Stage (Birth to Infancy)

    • Child responds initially through reflexes (grasping, sucking, reaching).
    • Focus on senses and muscle movements.
    • Object permanence: understanding that things still exist even when they aren't visible.

    Stage 2: Pre-Operational Stage (2-7 Years Old)

    • Children can create mental representations and pretend.
    • Able to use symbols, such as numbers and words.
    • Key Concepts:
      • Symbolic function: ability to use symbols to represent objects and events
      • Egocentrism: Difficulty understanding others' perspectives.
      • Centration: focusing on only one aspect of a situation.
    • Characteristics:
      • Irreversibility: inability to mentally reverse actions
      • Animism: attributing human-like qualities to inanimate objects.
      • Transductive reasoning: drawing illogical connections between events.

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    Explore the key concepts of Cognitive Development Theory, including assimilation, accommodation, and the stages from Sensorimotor to Pre-Operational. Understand how children develop cognitive abilities through interaction with their environment and the importance of schemas in learning.

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