CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Begin to think symbolically and learn to use words and pictures to represent objects. Tend to be egocentric and struggle to see things from the perspective of others.

Detailed explanation-2: -2. The preoperational stage (2–7 years) During this stage, children build on object permanence and continue to develop abstract mental processes. This means they can think about things beyond the physical world, such as things that happened in the past.

Detailed explanation-3: -Preoperational Stage During this stage (toddler through age 7), young children are able to think about things symbolically. Their language use becomes more mature. They also develop memory and imagination, which allows them to understand the difference between past and future, and engage in make-believe.

Detailed explanation-4: -Children also begin to use language in the preoperational stage, but they cannot understand adult logic or mentally manipulate information. The term Operational refers to logical manipulation of information, so children at this stage are considered pre-operational.

Detailed explanation-5: -Jean Piaget’s work is important because it provides us with insights into cognitive processes during childhood. It helps teachers identify what needs to be taught and when. The following sections will explore some of the key ideas behind Piagetian theories.