Piaget's theory

Definition

Piaget's theory refers to the cognitive development theory proposed by Jean Piaget, which suggests that children progress through four stages of cognitive development: sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, and formal operational.

Related terms

Assimilation:

Assimilation is when individuals incorporate new information into their existing knowledge or schema.

Accommodation:

Accommodation occurs when individuals adjust their existing knowledge or schema to fit new information.

Equilibration: Equilibration refers to the process of achieving balance between assimilation and accommodation in order to adapt to new experiences.