What Is an Advantage of the Information Processing Approach Compared

question 66

Multiple Choice

What is an advantage of the information processing approach compared to the approaches of Piaget and Vygotsky?

• A)The information processing approach relies on precise concepts that can be empirically tested,rather than the relatively vague concepts advanced by Piaget and Vygotsky.
• B)Piaget and Vygotsky insisted on controlled laboratory experiments to confirm their theoretical concepts,whereas the information processing approach embraces many forms of evidence.
• C)The information processing perspective takes a holistic view of cognition,rather than isolating specific aspects of cognitive processing,as Piaget or Vygotsky did.
• D)Piaget and Vygotsky placed too little emphasis on social and interpersonal aspects of development,whereas the information processing approach places the social context in a central role.

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