Piaget Believed That Each Child

question 68

Multiple Choice

Piaget believed that each child:

• A) passively soaks up information about the world.
• B) actively tries to make sense of his or her environment.
• C) progresses through a series of eight stages of psychosocial development.
• D) is biologically programmed to learn any language.

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Definitions:

Uncertainty

The state of having limited knowledge where it is impossible to exactly describe existing states, future outcomes, or the likelihood of events.

Growth Mindset

A belief or approach that abilities and intelligence can be developed with effort, learning, and persistence.

Fixed Mindset

A belief that one's abilities, intelligence, and talents are fixed traits and cannot be significantly developed.

Angela Lee Duckworth

A psychologist known for her research on grit and perseverance, suggesting that passion and resilience are key factors in personal and professional success beyond IQ and talent.