Theorist and Their Theories
This theorist proposed a theory of cognitive development with four stages: sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, and formal operational.
Jean Piaget
Why is understanding ed psych and child/adolescent development important for educators?
Educational psychology is crucial for educators because it provides a foundation for understanding how students learn, develop, and grow.
What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
Intrinsic motivation is motivation that comes from within, while extrinsic motivation is motivation that comes from external rewards or pressures.
This cognitive milestone, developed during Piaget's sensorimotor stage, is the understanding that objects continue to exist even when they are out of sight.
Object Permance
This type of conditioning, developed by B.F. Skinner, involves modifying behavior through the use of consequences, either positive or negative.
Operant Conditioning
This psychologist proposed a hierarchical theory of human needs, suggesting that individuals must satisfy lower-level needs before moving on to higher-level needs, such as self-actualization.
Abraham Maslow
What is social development?
The long-term changes in relationships and interactions involving self, peers, and family.
What is classical conditioning?
Classical conditioning involves associating an involuntary response with a neutral stimulus
This stage is characterized by the ability to think abstractly, reason hypothetically, and engage in scientific reasoning. Think Piaget
Formal Operational Stage (11+ years)
What is the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset?
A fixed mindset believes that intelligence is fixed, while a growth mindset believes that intelligence can be developed.
This psychologist developed a theory of moral development, proposing that individuals progress through six stages of moral reasoning, from preconventional to postconventional.
Lawrence Kohlberg
What do you know about Middle Childhood Development that you will consider as an educator?
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In educational psychology, what is the fundamental difference between learning and development?
Learning is the acquisition of new knowledge or skills while development is the growth over time. This includes cognitive, physical, social....
Children in this stage are egocentric and struggle with conservation tasks.
Preoperational Stage (2-7 years)
Children in this stage begin to understand concrete logic and can perform mental operations on objects. Think Piaget
Concrete Operational Stage (7-11 years)
This psychologist proposed a theory of psychosocial development, emphasizing the importance of social interactions and relationships in shaping personality and identity throughout the lifespan.
Erik Erikson
What are some educational implications of Piaget's theory of cognitive development?
Tailor instruction to students' cognitive development stages and provide opportunities for hands-on experiences.
This term refers to a person's awareness of their own thought processes and their ability to monitor, regulate, and control their learning.
Metacognition
In Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, this stage during infancy is based on the quality of caregiving received.
Trust Vs Mistrust
In this stage of cognitive development, infants learn primarily through their senses and motor actions.
Sensorimotor Stage (0-2 years)
This theorist developed the ecological systems theory, emphasizing the interconnectedness of various environmental systems that influence child development.
Urie Bronfenbrenner
Open Ended thoughts on development
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This biological process, characterized by rapid physical changes, hormonal fluctuations, and sexual maturation, plays a significant role in adolescent development and identity formation.
Puberty
In Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, this stage involves developing a sense of self and belonging.
Identity versus Role Confusion
In Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, what is the psychosocial crisis faced by adolescents, during which they seek to establish a sense of self and belonging?
Identity vs. Role Confusion