Piaget’s Cognitive Theory of Development

Estimated time: 27 Minutes

Overview

This Exploration provides an informative overview of Piaget’s four stages of cognitive development in children.

Outcomes

• Define child development, including the three domains of child development.
• Compare historical and recent theoretical perspectives on child development.
• Discuss research designs for studying child development, noting strengths and limitations of each.

References

Films on Demand. (2011). Piaget’s developmental theory: An overview [Video file]. Davidson films (original copyright 1989). http://fod.infobase.com.ccco.idm.oclc.org/p_ViewVideo.aspx?xtid=44904&tScript=0