PSYC 201 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience, Lev Vygotsky, Jean Piaget
19 Jan 2017
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Development- the pattern of biological, cognitive, and socioemotional changes that begins at conception and continues through the lifespan. There are specific standards of development and need to check it out if something is not correct. Changes in the child"s relationships with other people. Processes are intertwined (and interdependent)- child"s smile responds to parents touch depends on Biological process (physical nature of touch and response) Socioemotional process (smile reflects positive feeling; connects us with others) Explores links between development, cognitive processes, and the brain. Examines connections between socioemotional processes, development, and the brain. Activities includes- language development, symbolic thought, sensorimotor coordination and social learning. Early childhood: end of infancy ------ 5 years old (preschool age) Children become more self- sufficient, develop school readiness skills, and spend time with peers. Middle and late childhood: 6 to 11 years old (elementary school years) Children master fundamental skills (reading, writing, and mathematics) Meeting new friends and new types of people.
