What are some of the major strengths and criticisms of Piaget’s theory of cognitive development?
What will be an ideal response?
A good answer would include the following key points:
1 . Much research has been conducted to demonstrate the basic foundation that children learn about the world by acting on objects in their environment.
2 . The broad outlines established by Piaget of the cognitive accomplishments that occur during infancy are generally accurate.
3 . There are questions about the stage conception, including the suggestion that cognitive development occurs in waves versus stages.
4 . Some researchers suggest that sensation and perception should be considered to play a role in cognitive development.
5 . There is considerable questioning about Piaget’s assertion that object permanence is achieved at about the age of 1 . Other age ranges have been proposed.
6 . Piaget’s work describes children of Western countries better than those of non-Western countries.
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