Neo-Piagetian Theories of Cognitive Development: Implications and Applications for Education (International Library of Psychology) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0415054710 ISBN 13: 9780415054713

Publisher: Routledge, 1992

Synopsis

Piagetian theory was once considered able to describe the structure of development of human thought. As a result, it generated an enthusiasm that it could direct education to develop new teaching methods, particularly in science and mathematics. However, disillusionment with Piagetian theory came rather quickly because many of its structural and developmental assumptions appeared incongruent with empirical evidence. In recent years several neo-Piagetian theories have been proposed which try to preserve the strengths of Piaget's theory, while eliminating its weaknesses. At the same time several other models have been advanced originating from different epistemological traditions, such as cognitive/differential psychology or socio-historical approaches. "Neo-Piagetian Theories of Cognitive Development" is unique in representing most of these theories and traditions. Specifically, the authors focus their work on the educational implications of their research. The chapters are organized in three parts: the first part presents a general model of cognitive development and discusses its implications for different aspects of education; the second part is devoted to learning and cognitive analysis.

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About the Author

Andreas Demetriou is Professor of Developmental Psychology at the Aristolian University of Thessaloniki; Michael Shayer is Lecturer in Psychology at King's College, University of London; Anastasia Efklides is Professor of Psychology at the Aristolian University of Thessaloniki.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415054710
• ISBN 13: 9780415054713
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 272
• Editor: Demetriou Andreas, Etc., Shayer Michael