Unlike Concrete Operational Thinking, Which Seems to Be Achieved by Virtually

question 135

Essay

Unlike concrete operational thinking, which seems to be achieved by virtually all children and adults, formal operational thinking is not shown by all adults, and not consistently even by those who do show it. What are the reasons offered to explain this fact?

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Definitions:

Actual Behaviours

The observable actions or reactions of individuals or groups in response to their environment or stimuli.

Coaching

A form of training where an experienced employee offers performance advice to a less experienced co-worker.

On-The-Job Training

A form of training taking place in a normal working situation using the actual tools, equipment, documents, or materials that trainees will use when fully trained.

Performance Advice

Recommendations or guidance aimed at improving an individual's or group's work results.