Describe Two Mechanisms for Causing Uniparental Disomy, and Explain How

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Essay

Describe two mechanisms for causing uniparental disomy, and explain how this chromosomal defect is involved in Prader- Willi syndrome and Angelman syndrome.

Grasp the implications of relearning and memory retrieval in early language acquisition.

Understand the concept of cognitive scaffolding and its importance in child development.

Comprehend the stages of cognitive development as proposed by Piaget, including key characteristics and capabilities of each stage.

Identify and explain the development of theory of mind in young children.

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Definitions:

Cowan (2010)

Refers to research or findings by cognitive psychologist Nelson Cowan regarding cognitive development, specifically focusing on the theory of working memory.

Acoustic Encoding

A cognitive process that allows information to be remembered as a sequence of sounds.

Sensory Encoding

The process by which sensory information is converted into a form that the brain’s nervous system can understand and process.

Semantic Encoding

The process of converting information into a meaningful context, allowing for better retention and recall.