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9.7: Conclusion

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    • Todd LaMarr
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    Conclusion to Theories Cognitive Development

    This section presented four theories of cognitive development. The two main cognitive theories of Piaget and Vygotsky were explained, compared and applied to the care and education of infants and toddlers. Both of these theories continue to be highly influential in leading discussions of cognitive development in young children. The theories of core knowledge and information processing were also discussed and related to the theories of Piaget and Vygotsky. Despite the strengths and limitations of each theory, what is clear is that recent research has revealed that infants and toddlers know more about the world than was once thought, and it is through their active engagement with the world and quality interactions with others that is most important for ongoing cognitive development.

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