7-2 Final Project Milestone Three: Final Project Southern New Hampshire University Psy-319 Social Devel:Child/Adolescent 03:37:52 GMT -05:00 Abstract Child development is a fascinating area of study, and two prominent psychologists who specialized in this field are Vygotsky and Piaget. While ...
Child development is a fascinating area of study, and two prominent psychologists who
specialized in this field are Vygotsky and Piaget. While they had differing opinions on how a
child develops, they shared some similar ideas. However, one major difference between the two
is their views on the role that play has in a child's development. Play is an essential tool that
helps children learn critical skills such as reading, writing, and math. As such, understanding the
potential benefits of play can provide insight into how we can best support a child's
development.
The author's research recommends that children's toys and objects be used in child-based studies.
Both Vygotsky and Piaget made significant contributions to the field of psychology by
developing theories on how children develop cognitive skills. According to their studies,
symbolic play can help children acquire various skills.
Jean Piaget believed that development occurs in stages throughout life and that play plays a
crucial role in learning. He identified multiple stages of learning, including formal operational,
sensorimotor, and preoperational. In contrast, Vygotsky did not believe that learning aids
helped in a child's development.
Overall, understanding the cognitive development views of Vygotsky and Piaget is essential
in comprehending how children learn and grow. By recognizing the value of play in a child's
development, we can provide the necessary support to help them reach their full potential.
Introduction
Cognitive development is a significant concept in the field of child psychology, which studies
how children progress in different aspects of their cognitive abilities, including their capacity to
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