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Cognitive Development Milestones

Cognitive development refers to the processes through which individuals acquire, organize, and utilize knowledge throughout their lifespan, particularly during childhood. Key milestones include the emergence of language, problem-solving skills, and the ability to think abstractly, typically occurring in stages as outlined by theorists such as Jean Piaget.

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Cognitive development is a vital aspect of a child's growth, encompassing how they think, learn, and understand the world around them. It progresses through various stages, as outlined by theorists like Jean Piaget, who identified key milestones that indicate typical cognitive growth. Understanding ...

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Cognitive Development
The process of growth in thinking, problem-solving, and understanding.

Example: Children show cognitive development as they learn to solve puzzles.

Milestones
Key stages in development that indicate typical growth.

Example: Saying first words is a language milestone.

Piaget's Stages
A theory outlining stages of cognitive development proposed by Jean Piaget.

Example: The concrete operational stage occurs around ages 7-11.

Sensorimotor Stage
The first stage of Piaget's theory, from birth to 2 years.

Example: Infants learn through sensory experiences and motor actions.

Preoperational Stage
The second stage, from ages 2 to 7, characterized by symbolic thinking.

Example: Children use words and images to represent objects.

Concrete Operational Stage
The third stage, from ages 7 to 11, where logical thinking develops.

Example: Children can perform operations on concrete objects.

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