Module 3: Chapters 6 & 7 - Piagetian Approach on Infant Intelligence

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What kind of evidence would challenge the assumption of innate object permanence according to the text?

Objects suddenly appearing

Objects making noise

Objects suddenly disappearing (correct)

Objects changing shape

What does the evidence from non-human animals and anatomical specializations in humans suggest?

Cognitive functions are not common across species

Concepts are not programmed through evolutionary pressure

Certain concepts might be innate (correct)

There is no commonality of cortical structures across humans

Which concept has been speculated to be innate from certain observations?

Empiricism

Object permanence

Social knowledge

Numerical cognition (correct)

What is suggested by some studies regarding object persistence at birth?

It develops over time Signup and view all the answers

According to Piaget's view mentioned in the text, how does the ability to imitate develop?

Imitation develops slowly over time Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about infants' perception of occluded objects and the development of functional object concepts?

Perception of occlusion is essential for object concept development Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Stage 3 in the development process?

Developing deferred circular reactions Signup and view all the answers

What is habituation and dishabituation considered an indication of?

Brain integrity and cognitive competence Signup and view all the answers

What do the speed of habituation and recovery of attention to a novel stimulus measure?

Speed and amount of information processing Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Stage 4 in the development process?

Means-end behaviour Signup and view all the answers

What is the average correlation between habituation scores in infants and later IQ?

0.37 Signup and view all the answers

What error is commonly associated with Stage 4 in the development process?

A-not-B error Signup and view all the answers

What type of reactions are characteristic of Stage 5 in the development process?

Tertiary circular reactions Signup and view all the answers

According to earlier scientific claims, what path does mental development in infancy generally follow?

A genetically predetermined, species-typical growth path Signup and view all the answers

What does newer research suggest about the effects of early experiences on infant development?

Deprivation affects many areas of development beyond cognitive development Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of secondary circular reactions in the development process?

They are coordinated and intentional Signup and view all the answers

How are Piagetan tasks like object permanence incorporated into testing according to the text?

They can be incorporated into tests like the Bayley Scales Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'interrupted prehension' in the development process?

It is a key feature of Stage 3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Piagetian approach in explaining objectification?

To differentiate self and external objects in terms of time and space Signup and view all the answers

What is a major cognitive achievement that occurs during the sensorimotor period according to Piaget?

Objectification Signup and view all the answers

How does objectification primarily occur in infants based on Piaget's theory?

Through the development of schemes Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of sensorimotor intelligence involves the modification of reflexes in infants?

Stage 1 Signup and view all the answers

What type of error provides strong support for Piaget's sensorimotor stages?

A-not-B error Signup and view all the answers

Why do some scholars question if cognitive development is heavily reliant on motor experience in infants?

They are concerned about neglecting the role of perceptual development in cognition Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of cognitive development involves the recognition of memory?

Stage 1 & 2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a primary circular reaction?

A scheme that is repeated because it is interesting and helps the infant learn about the world Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a secondary circular reaction?

Shaking a rattle in order to hear the sound Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of secondary circular reactions?

To produce a desired outcome or affect the environment Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of cognitive development involves the organization of schemes?

Stage 3: Secondary Circular Reactions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a reflexive behaviour that can be modified?

Actions of eyes Signup and view all the answers