Homework: Cognitive Development Table
As an educator, you will need to understand how students learn. This component of instructional planning is important because it provides a foundation and purpose for learning. Seminal theorists, or theorists who have significantly influenced the understanding of cognitive processes, is where you can start to grasp how students learn. Piaget and Vygotsky are only two of many developmental theorists who have dramatically influenced our understanding of student learning.
For this homework, use the "Cognitive Development Table" to review the developmental phases of elementary students identified by Piaget and Vygotsky, including the following:
a. A brief definition of the cognitive development phase
b. A real-world example of the cognitive development concept that could be observed in an elementary classroom.
c. A developmentally appropriate learning activity for the cognitive development concept that could be applied in your classroom.
In a 250 to 500 word reflection, address the following:
a. Describe how the theories relate to elementary students' development and readiness for learning.
b. Explain why it is important for educators to consider the cognitive development concepts when planning for instruction.
c. Explain how developmentally appropriate learning activities support memory, learning, and knowledge acquisition in elementary students.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.