stages of cognitive development Flashcards
1
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what age range is the sensori-motor stage
A
0-2 years
2
Q
what age range is the pre-operational stage
A
2-7 years
3
Q
what age range is the concrete operational stage
A
7-11 years
4
Q
what age range is the formal operational stage
A
12+
5
Q
what happens in the sensori-motor stage
A
- the baby learns what they can see (sensory) and do (motor)
- object permanence is developed at 8 months
6
Q
what happens in the pre-operational stage
A
- toddlers can start to walk and use language, but thinking isnt logical yet
- egocentric and no understanding of conservation
7
Q
what happens in the concrete operational stage
A
- children begin to think logically and solve problems
8
Q
what happens in the formal operational stage
A
- children can apply logic in an abstract way to solve problems
