Estudio Del Desarrollo Cognoscitivo Flashcards
What is the focus of cognitive development in children aged 0 to 3 years?
The focus is on understanding how children acquire knowledge and develop cognitive abilities during their early years.
True or False: Cognitive development in infancy is only influenced by genetics.
False
Fill in the blank: The theory proposed by __________ emphasizes the role of social interaction in cognitive development.
Vygotsky
What is Piaget’s first stage of cognitive development called?
Sensorimotor stage
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key characteristic of the sensorimotor stage? A) Abstract thinking B) Object permanence C) Language acquisition
B) Object permanence
Short Answer: Name one method used to assess cognitive development in infants.
Habituation or looking-time measures
What role does play have in cognitive development during early childhood?
Play facilitates exploration, problem-solving, and social interaction, which are essential for cognitive growth.
True or False: Cognitive development is a linear process.
False
What is the term for the ability to understand that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen?
Object permanence
Multiple Choice: Which theorist is associated with the concept of scaffolding in cognitive development? A) Freud B) Vygotsky C) Erikson
B) Vygotsky
Fill in the blank: According to Piaget, children learn through __________ and __________.
assimilation and accommodation
Short Answer: What is the significance of routines in cognitive development for children aged 0 to 3?
Routines provide a sense of security and predictability, aiding cognitive processing and learning.
What cognitive skill is primarily developed through imitation in infants?
Social learning and understanding of others’ actions
True or False: Emotional development is separate from cognitive development in early childhood.
False
What is the importance of language exposure in cognitive development during the first three years?
Language exposure enhances verbal skills, cognitive processing, and social interaction.
Multiple Choice: Which cognitive ability begins to emerge during the sensorimotor stage? A) Logical reasoning B) Symbolic thought C) Moral reasoning
B) Symbolic thought
Fill in the blank: The process of __________ involves adjusting one’s cognitive schema to incorporate new information.
accommodation
Short Answer: Describe one way caregivers can support cognitive development in infants.
By engaging in interactive play and providing stimulating environments.
What is the term for the cognitive ability to focus on one aspect of a situation while ignoring others, often seen in early childhood?
Centration
True or False: Cognitive development is solely dependent on individual experiences.
False
