Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development Has Been Criticized on the Basis

question 51

Multiple Choice

Piaget's theory of cognitive development has been criticized on the basis of

• A)the fact that Piaget equated cognitive development with scientific-logical thinking
• B)formal operational thinking (stage 4) is much less common than Piaget suggested
• C)children seem to acquire cognitive skills at the ages that Piaget believed
• D)Piaget's definition of cognitive development generalizes well to other cultures

Recognize the effects of global climate change beyond rising sea levels.

Describe the major effects of deforestation on ecosystems and the environment.

Understand the environmental impact of extracting and using nonrenewable resources for electronics.

Advocate the importance of protecting biodiversity and the role of conservation efforts at a community level.

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Definitions:

Biofeedback

A technique that teaches individuals to control physiological functions by providing real-time feedback on biological data.

Comparative Psychology

The scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of non-human animals, often in comparison to humans, to understand evolutionary and developmental principles.

Behavioral Genetics

The field of study that examines the role of genetic and environmental influences on behaviors.

Single-Factor Explanations

The attribution of a phenomenon or behavior to a single cause, ignoring the potential complexity and multiplicity of contributing factors.