Unit 1: Criticism towards Piaget's Theory Flashcards
1
Q
Lev Vygotsky’s Theory of Cognitive Development opposed of Piaget’s Theory, how?
A
Vygotsky’s theory of cognitive development emphasises more upon the role of social learning and instruction rather than Piaget’s Theory, which emphasises upon the importance of discovery learning.
2
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The role of social learning and instruction, which Vygotsky believed in, is aided by what?
A
Cognitive development is significantly aided by social interaction, especially by adults. eg. Hinting a child to do something to complete it.
3
Q
What is one bold point which overlaps Piaget’s theory of cognitive development?
A
The stages he’d identified weren’t clear if the changes were distinct but instead gradual. eg. Children can pass conservation of number but still fail volume.
