Exploring Cognitive Development: The Child as Problem Solver
Exploring Cognitive Development: The Child as Problem Solver By Alison F. Garton(auth.)
2004 | 152 Pages | ISBN: 0631234578 | PDF | 1 MB
2004 | 152 Pages | ISBN: 0631234578 | PDF | 1 MB
This book uses the paradigm of the child as a problem solver to examine various theories of cognitive development.Provides balanced coverage of a broad range of contemporary theories. Focuses on collaborative tasks which are carried out with other children or adults. Asks whether social interaction is the key to improvement in problem solving skills, or whether it is the skills and abilities that the child brings to the task that are paramount. Draws on a wide range of research, including the author's own research into dyadic problem solving. Content: Chapter 1 Introduction (pages 1–14): Chapter 2 Theoretical Overview (pages 15–43): Chapter 3 Strategy Use and Learning in Problem Solving (pages 44–68): Chapter 4 Social Problem Solving (pages 69–95): Chapter 5 What the Child Brings to the Task (pages 96–119): Chapter 6 Summary, Review and Implications (pages 120–128):