Practice Cognitive Development (3.5.2) - Chapter 3: Lifespan Development
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Question 1 Easy

What is cognitive development?

💡 Hint: Think about how we learn and grow in thinking skills.

Question 2 Easy

What is the first stage of Piaget's cognitive development?

💡 Hint: This stage occurs from birth to about 2 years.

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Question 1

Which stage do children begin to think logically about concrete events?

Sensorimotor
Preoperational
Concrete Operational
Formal Operational

💡 Hint: This occurs after the preoperational stage.

Question 2

True or False: The Zone of Proximal Development emphasizes learning without support.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how learners need assistance to succeed.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a classroom scenario where students are engaging in both independent and collaborative tasks. Discuss how Piaget's and Vygotsky's theories could be applied to enhance learning.

💡 Hint: Think about strategies that facilitate both independent and group learning.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a lesson plan for a mixed-age classroom that incorporates principles from both Piaget and Vygotsky. Describe goals, activities, and assessments.

💡 Hint: Consider how each group learns and what activities promote understanding.

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