A students' guide to Piaget, (The Commonwealth and international library. Psychology division)
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The Problems To Be Solved -- The Basic Concepts Of Piaget's Psychology -- The Sensorimotor Phase And Pre-operational Thinking -- Operational Thinking -- A Brief Summary Of Developmental Periods In Piaget's Psychology -- Piaget's Solutions To The Problems Of Mathematical Epistemology -- More About Genetic Epistemology -- Piaget's Contributions To Education -- Language And Cognitive Development -- Some Points Of Criticism. By D. G. Boyle. Bibliography: P. 148-150.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the core theoretical framework of Jean Piaget’s developmental psychology and its implications for cognitive growth and education. D. G. Boyle, an academic in the field of psychology, synthesizes Piaget’s complex theories into a structured guide for students. The book utilizes a systematic approach to break down genetic epistemology, cognitive stages, and the practical application of these concepts within educational settings.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed analysis of the sensorimotor, pre-operational, and operational phases of development
- Examination of Piaget’s contributions to mathematical epistemology and language acquisition
- A comprehensive summary of developmental periods
- A bibliography for further research
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide an exhaustive biography of Jean Piaget
- It does not cover post-Piagetian developments in cognitive psychology
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and students frequently cite this work as a foundational, accessible entry point for understanding Piagetian theory. The prose is noted for its academic clarity and its ability to distill dense epistemological concepts into a manageable format for undergraduates.
Page Count:
156
Publication Date:
1969-01-01
Publisher:
Elsevier
ISBN-10:
0080064078
ISBN-13:
9780080064079
Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Writing Guides
Reference
Education