Development Flashcards
(22 cards)
What is the function of the Frontal Lobe?
Planning and controlling thoughts and behaviour
The Frontal Lobe is essential for higher cognitive functions.
What does the Temporal Lobe process?
Auditory information, essential for understanding spoken language
It also contributes to motor skills such as balance.
What is the role of the Parietal Lobe?
Contributes to movement control, balance, coordination, and processes visual information
Important for integrating sensory information.
What does the Cerebellum control?
Fine motor movements, balance, and coordination
It is crucial for motor skill development.
Who is Daniel Willingham?
A cognitive scientist studying thinking and brain activity
His theories focus on learning and memory.
What does Willingham’s Learning Theory suggest about factual knowledge?
Factual knowledge comes before skill development
Basic knowledge is necessary for mastering complex skills.
How does practice affect memory according to Willingham?
Repetition strengthens memory and learning
It builds long-term knowledge.
What is Automaticity?
Skills become effortless with enough practice
This allows working memory to focus on new learning.
What strategies does Willingham suggest for social development?
- Teach self-regulation and empathy
- Encourage perspective-taking
- Model appropriate social behaviour
These strategies help children behave appropriately in social situations.
What is the main focus of Piaget’s Theory of Cognitive Development?
Children think differently at different stages of development
This influences how teachers provide age-appropriate tasks.
What are the four stages of Piaget’s cognitive development?
- Sensorimotor
- Pre-operational
- Concrete Operational
- Formal Operational
Each stage has distinct characteristics and age ranges.
What is Equilibration in Piaget’s theory?
Balancing assimilation and accommodation for learning
It is crucial for cognitive development.
What is Kohlberg’s Pre-conventional morality?
Focuses on basic rules of reward and punishment
Children understand right and wrong based on consequences.
What characterizes Kohlberg’s Post-conventional morality?
Abstract thinking and consideration of ethical principles beyond societal rules
Individuals may prioritize justice over laws.
What are the strengths of Kohlberg’s stages of moral development?
- High application for understanding moral reasoning
- Supported by research evidence
His findings have been replicated, showing reliability.
What is a Fixed mindset?
Believing abilities do not change due to practice and effort
This contrasts with the belief in the growth mindset.
What does a Growth mindset entail?
Believing practice and effort can improve abilities
Encourages resilience and persistence in learning.
What are the three parts of the brain?
- Forebrain
- Midbrain
- Hindbrain
Each part has distinct functions and responsibilities.
What is the function of the Medulla?
Controls autonomic functions such as heart rate
It is part of the hindbrain.
What is the significance of early brain development?
Starts as a neural tube and specializes during the first 3-4 weeks of life
This initial development is crucial for all brain functions.
Fill in the blank: Willingham suggests that more knowledge leads to _______.
Easier learning
This emphasizes the importance of foundational knowledge.
True or False: Dweck’s mindset theory emphasizes praising ability over effort.
False
The theory promotes praising effort to encourage a growth mindset.
